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In 1970, Elton John made his first live appearance in the U.S. at the Troubador in Los Angeles, kicking off a 17 day tour and opening for singer David Ackles. The performance kicked off a brief tour and led to a recording contract with MCA.

In 1972, AT THE MOVIES “EVERYTHING YOU ALWAYS WANTED TO KNOW ABOUT SEX BUT AFRAID TO ASK” (Woody Allen); “SUPERFLY” (Ron OʹNeal); “KANSAS CITY BOMBER” (Raquel Welch)

In 1972, HOT NEW ALBUM “TOULOUSE STREET” from the DOOBIE BROTHERS includes “LISTEN TO THE MUSIC”

In 1972, “Blacula” starring William Marshall, the first major black horror film, opened at some movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 1973, R.C., “Brother Louie” by Stories peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Hec Ramsey”, TV Crime Drama; last aired on NBC. Due to low ratings, NBC said to “Hec” with it!

In 1976, Boston released their self-titled album. It became one of the best-selling albums of all time.

In 1976, Frankie Avalon and Annette Funicello premiere in a four-week variety series on CBS-TV

In 1976, “The Late Summer, Early Fall, Bert Convy Show”, TV Variety, debut on CBS.

In 1977, COVER OF ROLLING STONE The movie “STAR WARS”

In 1978, Jackson Browneʹs “Running on Empty” turns platinum. His fifth album is a cleverly constructed diary on the road that includes performances recorded on stage and even in hotel rooms.

In 1978, THE WHO RELEASE “WHO ARE YOU” Their newest album is officially released in America, a week after it came out in Britain.

In 1978, TVʹS MIDNIGHT SPECIAL: Host TODD RUNDGREN, plus WARREN ZEVON (“WEREWOLVES OF LONDON”), MEAT LOAF (“PARADISE BY THE DASHBOARD LIGHT”), TOM PETTY, EXILE

In 1978, “Bat Out Of Hell” album by Meat Loaf was certified Platinum by the RIAA (including “PARADISE BY THE DASHBOARD LIGHT” and “TWO OUT OF THREE AINʹT BAD”)

In 1978, “Donʹt Look Back” album by Boston was certified Gold and Platinum by the RIAA

In 1978, “Running On Empty” album by Jackson Browne was certified Platinum by the RIAA

In 1978, “Tabitha”, TV Comedy; last aired on ABC.

In 1979, Gary Numanʹs “Cars” is released.

In 1979, In a Hollywood Stars vs. the Media game played at Dodger Stadium, Robin Williams, the star of the hit television series, Mork and Mindy, a show in which he plays an alien, runs the bases backward. The comedian explains circling the bags clockwise is very common on the Planet Ork, his characterʹs home in the universe.

In 1979, On the cover of TV Guide: “Pro Football '79”. Other Articles: Saturday Night Live

In 1979, R.C., “Mama Canʹt Buy You Love” by Elton John peaked at number nine on the pop singles chart.

In 1979, R.C., “Morning Dance” by Spyro Gyra peaked at #24 on the pop singles chart.

In 1979, R.C., “My Sharona” by The Knack peaked at number one on the pop singles chart and stayed there for five weeks; it was parodied by “Weird Al” Yankovic into “My Bologna”, John Mammoserʹs “Nine Coronas”, and Steve Dahlʹs “Ayatollah”.

In 1979, R.C., “We Donʹt Talk Anymore” by Cliff Richard peaked at number one on the United Kingdom pop singles chart.

In 1979, “CBS Childrens Film Festival”, TV Childrens; last aired on CBS.

In 1979, “Hart to Hart” pilot aired on ABC. It would become a series on September 22, 1979.

In 1979, “Pop Muzik”, by M entered the Top 40 chart.

In 1979, “The Devil Went Down to Georgia” by the Charlie Daniels Band reached number one on the country chart.

In 1971, "A Gunfight" was released by Paramount Pictures / Joel Productions / Harvest Productions / Thoroughbred Productions; Lamont Johnson (director); Harold Jack Bloom (screenplay); Kirk Douglas, Johnny Cash, Jane Alexander, Karen Black, Keith Carradine, Dana Elcar, Raf Vallone, Eric Douglas, Robert J. Wilke, Paul Lambert; Romance, Western; Live Action

In 1972, "Blacula" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 1976, "Gator" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 1978, "Olly Olly Oxen Free" was released by Sanrio Communications / Rico Lion; Richard A. Colla (director); Eugene Poinc (screenplay); Katharine Hepburn, Joseph McBride, Kevin McKenzie, Dennis Dimster, Peter Kilman, Jayne Marie Mansfield; Family, Adventure; Live Action

In 1979, "Zombi 2" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

U.S. 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1973, ✪ “Brother Louie” by Stories peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1973, “Baby I've Been Missing You” by Independents peaked at number 41 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1973, “Bongo Rock” by The Incredible Bongo Band peaked at number 57 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1979, “Gone, Gone, Gone” by Bad Company peaked at number 56 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1979, “H.A.P.P.Y. Radio” by Edwin Starr peaked at number 79 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1973, “How Can I Tell Her” by Lobo peaked at number 22 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1973, “I Was Checkin' Out, She Was Checkin' In” by Don Covay peaked at number 29 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1979, “Just Another Night” by Ian Hunter peaked at number 68 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1979, “Lady Writer” by Dire Straits peaked at number 45 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1979, “Mama Can't Buy You Love” by Elton John peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1979, “Morning Dance” by Spyro Gyra peaked at number 24 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1979, “My Sharona” by The Knack peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1979, “Rock And Roll Dancin'” by Beckmeier Brothers peaked at number 53 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1973, “The Hurt” by Cat Stevens peaked at number 31 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1973, “The Long Way Home” by Neil Diamond peaked at number 91 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1979, “Theme From 'Rocky II'” by Maynard Ferguson peaked at number 82 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1979, “This Is Love” by Oak peaked at number 58 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1973, “Top Of The World” by Lynn Anderson peaked at number 74 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1979, “You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin'” by John Baldry (Long John Baldry) peaked at number 89 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1973, ✪ “Brother Louie” by Stories peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1979, “Born To Be Alive” by Patrick Hernandez peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1973, “Clouds” by David Gates peaked at number 55 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1973, “Dance A Little Step” by Mashmakhan peaked at number 35 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1973, “Darlin'” by Zylan peaked at number 93 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1979, “Do You Wanna Go Party” by K.C. And The Sunshine Band peaked at number 87 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1979, “Draggin' 'Em Down The Line” by Burton Cummings peaked at number 85 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1979, “First Time Around” by Skyy peaked at number 49 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1979, “Going Through The Motions” by Hot Chocolate peaked at number 63 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1973, “Highway Driving” by Alabama peaked at number 42 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1973, “If You Want Me To Stay” by Sly And The Family Stone peaked at number 34 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1979, “Let Go The Line” by Max Webster peaked at number 39 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1979, “Life In Tokyo” by Japan peaked at number 72 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1973, “Little Gandy Dancer / Gimme Your Money Please” by Bachman-Turner Overdrive peaked at number 45 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1973, “Love You Easy” by Greg Mittler peaked at number 68 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1973, “Minstrel Gypsy” by The Stampeders peaked at number 6 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1979, “Pilot” by Ian Thomas peaked at number 83 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1973, “Sittin' Waitin'” by Riverson peaked at number 76 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1979, “The Boys In The Bright White Sports Car” by Trooper peaked at number 25 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1979, “We All Need Love” by Troiano peaked at number 34 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1979, “When You're In Love With A Beautiful Woman” by Dr. Hook peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1973, “Young Love / A Million To One” by Donny Osmond peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1979, ✪ “Duke Of Earl” by Darts peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1973, “I'm Doin' Fine Now” by New York City peaked at number 20 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1979, “Is She Really Going Out With Him?” by Joe Jackson peaked at number 13 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1979, “Let's Dance” by Bombers peaked at number 58 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1979, “Morning Dance” by Spyro Gyra peaked at number 17 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1973, “Rising Sun” by Medicine Head peaked at number 11 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1973, “Rumors” by Hot Chocolate peaked at number 44 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1973, “Smarty Pants” by First Choice peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1979, “Sweet Little Rock And Roller” by Showaddywaddy peaked at number 15 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1979, “Switch” by Nancy Dee peaked at number 68 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1973, “Urban Guerilla” by Hawkwind peaked at number 39 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1979, “We Don't Talk Anymore” by Cliff Richard peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1973, “Young Love” by Donny Osmond peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1973, ✪ “Frankenstein / Undercover Man” by The Edgar Winter Group peaked at number 19 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1979, “(You Really) Rock Me / Got To Get Out” by Nick Gilder peaked at number 95 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1973, “Behind Closed Doors / A Sunday Kind Of Woman” by Charlie Rich peaked at number 18 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1973, “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy / Delta Dawn” by Bette Midler peaked at number 7 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1973, “Daddy's Home / Take Me In Your Arms (Rock Me for a Little While)” by Jermaine Jackson peaked at number 30 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1979, “Didn't Tell The Man / I Am The Man” by The Hitmen peaked at number 75 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1979, “Getting Closer / Spin It On” by Paul McCartney And Wings peaked at number 57 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1973, “I Am a Clown / Some Kind Of Summer” by David Cassidy peaked at number 28 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1979, “I Never Said I Love You / No Walls, No Ceilings, No Floors” by Orsa Lia peaked at number 63 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1979, “I Wanna Make It With You Tonight / I'm Gonna Get You (In The End)” by Monalisa And Terry Young peaked at number 35 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1979, “I'm Bored / African Man” by Iggy Pop peaked at number 68 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1979, “Is She Really Going Out With Him? / You Got The Fever” by Joe Jackson peaked at number 15 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1979, “Land Of Fortune / Innocent Bystanders” by Stars peaked at number 93 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1979, “Lonesome Loser / Another Runway” by Little River Band peaked at number 19 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1979, “One Way Ticket / Left Me In The Rain” by Eruption peaked at number 10 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1979, “Reunited / Easy As Pie” by Peaches And Herb peaked at number 8 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1979, “Ring My Bell / If I Could Feel That Old Feeling Again” by Anita Ward peaked at number 3 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1973, “Standing on The Inside / Let Daddy Know” by Neil Sedaka peaked at number 27 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1973, “Teddy Bear Song / (You Make Me Feel Like) Singing a Song” by Barbara Fairchild peaked at number 25 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1973, “The Indelible Shuffle / Ray's Boogie” by The Indelible Murtceps peaked at number 29 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1973, “The Jean Genie / Ziggy Stardust” by David Bowie peaked at number 23 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1973, “The Old-Fashioned Way / What Makes a Man” by Charles Aznavour peaked at number 44 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1979, “Theme from 'The Warriors'” by Barry DeVorzon peaked at number 89 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1979, “Ain't No Stoppin' Us Now” by McFadden And Whitehead peaked at number 30 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1979, “So This Is Love” by Bon Marche peaked at number 42 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1979, “Weekend” by Wet Willie peaked at number 43 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1979, “You Take My Breath Away” by Rex Smith peaked at number 27 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1973, ✪ “Roland The Roadie And Gertrude The Groupie” by Dr. Hook And The Medicine Show peaked at number 18 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1973, “Alright, Alright, Alright” by Mungo Jerry peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1979, “Bad Girls” by Donna Summer peaked at number 10 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1973, “Can You Do It” by Geordie peaked at number 25 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1979, “Chuck E.'s In Love” by Rickie Lee Jones peaked at number 24 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1973, “Du gehörst zu mir” by Christian Anders peaked at number 19 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1979, “Highway To Hell” by AC/DC peaked at number 17 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1979, “How Do You Mend A Broken Heart” by Guys And Dolls peaked at number 12 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1973, “Right Place, Wrong Time” by Dr. John peaked at number 24 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1973, “Rote Rosen” by Freddy Breck peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1979, “Voulez-Vous” by ABBA peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Sweden 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1979, ✪ “Disco Computer” by Transvolta peaked at number 15 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1979, “Bright Eyes” by Art Garfunkel peaked at number 3 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1979, “I Was Made For Lovin' You” by KISS peaked at number 19 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

Norway 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1973, “Born To Be With You” by Dave Edmunds peaked at number 7 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1979, “Bad Girls” by Donna Summer peaked at number 5 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1979, “Do To Me” by Smokie peaked at number 7 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1973, “Skweeze Me, Pleeze Me” by Slade peaked at number 4 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

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