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The 70's Datebook for August 27

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In 1970, The Troubadour, in Los Angeles, California, was the venue of singer, Elton Johnʹs first concert appearance in America. And, on this night, a record company executive for UNI Records — a division of MCA Records — signed Elton to a recording contract.

In 1970, “Daniel Boone”, TV Adventure; last aired on NBC after six years.

In 1972, “The Jimmy Stewart Show”, TV Comedy; last aired on NBC.

In 1973, READING ABOUT WOLFMAN JACK: “TIME” reports on the popular deejay whose career was really booming with an appearance in “AMERICAN GRAFFITI,” his nationwide radio show (which had moved to New York) and announcing duties on TVʹs “MIDNIGHT SPECIAL.”

In 1975, “Mannix”, TV Crime Drama; last aired on CBS.

In 1977, Crystal Gayleʹs “Donʹt It Make My Brown Eyes Blue” topped the country singles charts. The single was from her “We Must Believe in Magic” album, the first platinum album for a female country singer. The single would also be a Top 40 smash as well.

In 1977, R.C., “Easy” by Commodores peaked at number four on the pop singles chart.

In 1977, R.C., “Float On” by Floaters peaked at number one on the United Kingdom pop singles chart; it was parodied by The Bloaters into “Bloat On”.

In 1977, R.C., “Give A Little Bit” by Supertramp peaked at #15 on the pop singles chart.

In 1977, R.C., “Just A Song Before I Go” by Crosby, Stills, and Nash peaked at number seven on the pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Star Wars Theme/Cantina Band”, by Meco entered the Top 40 chart.

In 1979, On One Life to Live, Brad raped Karen, but she couldnʹt report it, fearing that it would destroy Jenny if she found out.

In 1971, "Let's Scare Jessica to Death" was released by Paramount Pictures / The Jessica Company; John Hancock (director/screenplay); Lee Kalcheim (screenplay); Zohra Lampert, Barton Heyman, Kevin O'Connor, Gretchen Corbett, Alan Manson, Mariclare Costello; Drama, Horror, Mystery; Live Action

U.S. 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1977, “A Real Mother For Ya” by Johnny 'Guitar' Watson peaked at number 41 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Easy” by The Commodores peaked at number 4 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Give A Little Bit” by Supertramp peaked at number 15 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Hold Tight” by Vicki Sue Robinson peaked at number 67 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1977, “How Much Love” by Leo Sayer peaked at number 17 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Just A Song Before I Go” by Crosby, Stills And Nash peaked at number 7 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Let's Clean Up The Ghetto” by Billy Paul (Philadelphia International All Stars) peaked at number 91 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Little Darling (I Need You)” by The Doobie Brothers peaked at number 48 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Ma Baker” by Boney M. peaked at number 96 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Make It With You” by The Whispers peaked at number 94 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Nothing But A Breeze” by Jesse Winchester peaked at number 86 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1977, “O-H-I-O” by The Ohio Players peaked at number 45 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1977, “Lady (Put The Light On Me)” by Brownsville Station peaked at number 50 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Whatcha Gonna Do?” by Pablo Cruise peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1977, “You're My World” by Helen Reddy peaked at number 13 on the Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1977, “All I Think About Is You” by Nilsson peaked at number 43 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1977, “American Girl” by Tom Petty And The Heartbreakers peaked at number 40 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Float On” by The Floaters peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1977, “That's What Friends Are For” by Deniece Williams peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1977, ✪ “Ain't Gonna Bump No More (With No Big Fat Woman) / I Mess Up Everything I Get My Hands On” by Joe Tex peaked at number 2 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Angel In Your Arms / Just 'Cause I'm Guilty” by Hot peaked at number 27 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Don't Leave Me This Way / To Be Free To Be Who We Are” by Harold Melvin And The Blue Notes peaked at number 78 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1977, “I Wanna Get Next To You / Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is” by Rose Royce peaked at number 53 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Life In The Fast Lane / The Last Resort” by The Eagles peaked at number 96 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Rock Around The Clock / Shout (Parts 1 And 2)” by Col Joye / Johnny O'Keefe peaked at number 94 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Whodunit / Fool Of The Year” by Tavares peaked at number 32 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1977, “Give A Little Bit” by Supertramp peaked at number 14 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Hello Stranger” by Yvonne Elliman peaked at number 12 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1977, “I Just Want To Be Your Everything” by Andy Gibb peaked at number 2 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is” by Rose Royce peaked at number 22 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1977, “Als de klok van Arnemuiden” by De Havenzangers peaked at number 20 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Baby Don't Change Your Mind” by Gladys Knight And The Pips peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Devil's Gun” by C.J. And Co. peaked at number 17 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Keep It Comin' Love” by K.C. And The Sunshine Band peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Love Letters” by Frankie Miller peaked at number 11 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Marja” by The George Baker Selection peaked at number 9 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Take Me Back To The Old Transvaal” by Thembi peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1977, “We're All Alone” by The Walker Brothers peaked at number 22 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Sweden 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1977, “Dance, Bunny Honey, Dance” by Penny McLean peaked at number 17 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Devil's Gun” by C.J. And Co. peaked at number 19 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Yes Sir, I Can Boogie” by Baccara peaked at number 1 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

Norway 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1977, “Pretty Vacant” by Sex Pistols peaked at number 9 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1977, “So You Win Again” by Hot Chocolate peaked at number 6 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1977, “Hotel California” by The Eagles peaked at number 2 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

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