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The 70's Datebook for August 29

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In 1970, R.C., “Overture From Tommy (A Rock Opera)” by Assembled Multitude peaked at #16 on the pop singles chart.

In 1970, R.C., “War” by Edwin Starr peaked at number one on the pop singles chart. War. Huh! What is it good for? Absolutely nothing.

In 1970, The Kinks released “Lola.” Weird Al parodied it with his Star Wars tribute “Yoda” in the 1980s.

In 1971, “The Red Skelton Show”, TV Variety; last aired on NBC.

In 1973, AT THE MOVIES “PAPER MOON” (Ryan and Tatum OʹNeal); “SCARECROW” (Gene Hackman, Al Pacino)

In 1975, TVʹS MIDNIGHT SPECIAL Appearing: JOHNNY RIVERS (“HELP ME RHONDA” and a medley of his 60s hits), JOSE FELICIANO, WAYLON JENNINGS, GEORGE McCRAE (“ROCK YOUR BABY”)

In 1976, Anissa Jones, who played Buffy on “FAMILY AFFAIR,” died after overdosing on Quaaludes and alcohol. She was 18.

In 1976, Jimmy Reed, the “Big Boss Man” of the blues, who was a major influence on Pete Townshend, the Rolling Stones and others, died in San Francisco. He was 50.

In 1977, “Sonny And Cher Show”, TV Variety, last aired on CBS again.

In 1975, "92 in the Shade" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 1978, "A Wedding" was released by 20th Century Fox / Lion's Gate Films, Inc.; Robert Altman (director/screenplay); John Considine, Allan F. Nicholls, Patricia Resnick (screenplay); Desi Arnaz Jr., Carol Burnett, Geraldine Chaplin, Howard Duff, Mia Farrow, Lillian Gish, Paul Dooley, Dennis Christopher, Peggy Ann Garner, Mark Deming, Tim Thomerson, Marta Heflin, Margaret Ladd, Nina Van Pallandt, Vittorio Gassman, Belita Moreno, Luigi "Gigi" Proietti, Virginia Vestoff, Dina Merrill, Pat McCormack, Ruth Nelson, Craig Richard Nelson, Jeff Perry, Viveca Lindfors, John Cromwell, Lauren Hutton, Allan F. Nicholls, John Considine, Dennis Franz, Pam Dawber, Gavan O'Herlihy, Robert Fortier, Bert Remsen, John Malkovich, Gary Sinise, Laurie Metcalf, Alan Wilder, George Wendt, Amy Stryker, Gerald Busby, Lesley Rogers, Mary Seibel, Ann Ryerson, Cedric Scott, Beverly Ross; Comedy, Drama; Live Action

U.S. 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1970, “(I Remember) Summer Morning” by Vanity Fare peaked at number 98 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “(If You Let Me Make Love To You Then) Why Can't I Touch You?” by Ronnie Dyson peaked at number 8 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Bring It On Home” by Lou Rawls peaked at number 96 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Hi-De-Ho” by Blood, Sweat And Tears peaked at number 14 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “I Want To Take You Higher” by Ike And Tina Turner peaked at number 34 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “I've Lost You” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 32 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Morning Much Better” by Ten Wheel Drive With Genya Ravan peaked at number 74 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Overture From Tommy (A Rock Opera)” by The Assembled Multitude peaked at number 16 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Sing A Song For Freedom” by Frijid Pink peaked at number 55 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Tell It All Brother” by Kenny Rogers And The First Edition peaked at number 17 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “War” by Edwin Starr peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1970, ✪ “Summertime Blues” by The Who peaked at number 8 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “(If You Let Me Make Love To You Then) Why Can't I Touch You?” by Ronnie Dyson peaked at number 9 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Crazy Jane” by Tom Northcott peaked at number 12 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “I Just Can't Help Believing” by B.J. Thomas peaked at number 18 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Rainbow” by Marmalade peaked at number 36 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Tell It All Brother” by Kenny Rogers And The First Edition peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1970, “25 or 6 To 4” by Chicago peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1970, “El Condor Pasa” by Simon And Garfunkel peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Lay Down (Candles In The Rain)” by Melanie And The Edwin Hawkins Singers peaked at number 2 on the Australian pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1970, “Are You Ready?” by Pacific Gas And Electric peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1970, “I'm Going Man I'm Going” by Blue Planet peaked at number 10 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Rainbow” by Marmalade peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Wij zijn de jongens” by Tony Bass peaked at number 22 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1970, ✪ “In The Summertime” by Mungo Jerry peaked at number 1 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

The 70's Datebook for August 29

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U.S. 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

Canada 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

U.K. 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

Australian 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

Netherlands 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

Switzerland 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

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