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In 1970, “In The Summertime” single by Mungo Jerry was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1970, “Mad Dogs and Englishmen” album by Joe Cocker was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1971, “The Bill Cosby Show”, TV Comedy; last aired on NBC.
In 1972, American super swimmer Mark Spitz wraps up the Olympic butterfly double with a world record 54.27 in the 100m in Munich, having already won the 200m in world record time 2:00.70.
In 1973, George Forman beat Roman in the first heavyweight championship fight in Japan.
In 1973, Famed Hollywood Director JOHN FORD, who specialized in classic westerns including “RIO GRANDE”, “THE MAN WHO SHOT LIBERTY VALENCE”, “HOW GREEN WAS MY VALLEY” and “SHE WORE A YELLOW RIBBON”, as well as “THE GRAPES OF WRATH” and “THE QUIET MAN” dies at age 78.
In 1973, “GOATʹS HEAD SOUP” IS RELEASED. Eagerly awaited new ROLLING STONES LP is released on this date, featuring “ANGIE” and “DOO DOO DOO DOO (HEARTBREAKER)”
In 1974, It was officially the end of the late 60's-early 70's teen era on overtime as “The Partridge Family” television show ended its run on ABC, leaving David Cassidy free to pursue a solo music career. “The Brady Bunch”, another teen-kid sitcom, last aired the day before.
In 1974, On the cover of TV Guide: “Telly Savalas of Kojak”. Other Articles: Henry Fonda, Evil Knievel
In 1974, “Earache My Eye Featuring Alice Bowie”, by Cheech and Chong entered the Top 40 chart.
In 1974, “Inch High, Private Eye”, TV Cartoon Show; last aired on NBC.
In 1974, “Josie and The Pussycats In Outer Space”, “The New Scooby-Doo Movies”, and “Sabrina, The Teenage Witch”, TV Cartoon Shows; last aired on CBS.
In 1974, “The Brady Kids”, and “Mission: Magic!”, TV Cartoon Shows, last aired on ABC.
In 1975, “Baileyʹs Comets”, TV Cartoon Show; last aired on CBS.
In 1975, “Goober and The Ghost Chasers”, TV Cartoon Show; last aired on ABC.
In 1975, “Korg:70,000 B.C.”, TV Childrens; last aired on ABC.
In 1975, “Lassieʹs Rescue Rangers”, TV Cartoon Show; last aired on ABC.
In 1975, “The Manhattan Transfer”, TV Variety; last aired on CBS.
In 1976, A judge found George Harrison guilty of “subconscious plagiarism” of the melody line of the 1963 Chiffonʹs hit “Heʹs So Fine” in writing “My Sweet Lord”. The judge said that the chorus to Harrisonʹs “My Sweet Lord” was identical to “Heʹs So Fine” and it eventually (appeals went on for about five years) cost the former Beatle over half a million dollars. In 1983, a ska song “Just Got Lucky” by JoBoxers sounds suspiciously patterened after “My Sweet Lord.”
In 1976, “Alice” began airing on CBS. The series is based on the 1974 film “Alice Doesnʹt Live Here Anymore.”
In 1977, "The War of the Worlds (re-release)" was released by Paramount Pictures; Byron Haskin (director); Barré Lyndon (screenplay); Gene Barry, Ann Robinson, Les Tremayne, Bob Cornthwaite, Sandro Giglio, Lewis Martin, Housely Stevenson Jr., Paul Frees, William Phipps, Vernon Rich, Henry Brandon, Jack Kruschen, Sir Cedric Hardwicke; Sci-Fi; Live Action
In 1977, "You Light Up My Life" was released by Columbia Pictures; Joseph Brooks (director/screenplay); Didi Conn, Joe Silver, Michael Zaslow, Melanie Mayron, Jerry Keller, Joseph Brooks, Ken Olfson, Stephen Nathan, Lisa Reeves, John Gowans, Simmy Bow, Bernice Nicholson, Ed Morgan, Amy Letterman, Marty Zagon, Martin Gish; Romance, Drama; Live Action
In 1979, "City on Fire" was released by AVCO Embassy Pictures / Astral Bellevue Pathé; Alvin Rakoff (director); Jack Hill, Dave Lewis, Céline La Frenière (screenplay); Barry Newman, Susan Clark, Shelley Winters, Leslie Nielsen, James Franciscus, Ava Gardner, Henry Fonda, Jonathan Welsh, Hilary Farr, Mavor Moore, Richard Donat, Donald Pilon, Cec Linder, Murray Cruchley, Anthony Sherwood, Nancy Beatty, Terry Haig, Ken James, Jefferson Mappin, Jérôme Tiberghien, Mel Ryane; Disaster, Action; Live Action
In 1974, “Most Likely You Go Your Way (I'll Go Mine)” by The Band With Bob Dylan peaked at number 66 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1974, “My Love” by Margie Joseph peaked at number 69 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Sugar Baby Love” by The Rubettes peaked at number 37 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Time For Livin'” by Sly and The Family Stone peaked at number 32 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Travelin' Prayer” by Billy Joel peaked at number 77 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1974, “You Can't Be A Beacon (If Your Light Don't Shine)” by Donna Fargo peaked at number 57 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1974, ✪✪ “Wombling Summer Party” by The Wombles peaked at number 55 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Don't Knock My Love” by Marvin Gaye With Diana Ross peaked at number 53 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Happiness Is Just Around The Bend” by Main Ingredient peaked at number 51 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “I Want You To Want Me” by Susan Jacks peaked at number 66 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Keep On Smilin'” by Wet Willie peaked at number 21 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Kung Fu” by Curtis Mayfield peaked at number 34 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Rings” by Lobo peaked at number 30 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Sure As I'm Sittin' Here” by Three Dog Night peaked at number 18 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “This Flight Tonight” by Nazareth peaked at number 27 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Throw A Penny” by The Bee Gees peaked at number 90 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Time For Livin'” by Sly and The Family Stone peaked at number 35 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, ✪✪ “Wildwood Weed” by Jim Stafford peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Honey, Honey” by Sweet Dreams peaked at number 10 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Love Me For A Reason” by The Osmonds peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Mr. Soft” by Cockney Rebel peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1974, “I Believe When I Fall In Love / Seldom Seen Sam” by Colleen Hewett peaked at number 51 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1974, “I Can't Stand The Rain / I've Been There Before” by Ann Peebles peaked at number 79 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1974, “I Won't Last A Day Without You / One Love” by The Carpenters peaked at number 63 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Rhinestone Cowboy / Sweet Ophelia” by Larry Weiss peaked at number 71 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Star Baby / Musiclone” by The Guess Who peaked at number 95 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Sundown / Too Late For Prayin'” by Gordon Lightfoot peaked at number 4 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1974, “The Band Plays Oom Pah Pah / Barley Rye” by Paul Gaffey peaked at number 93 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1974, “You and Me Against The World / Love Song For Jeffrey” by Helen Reddy peaked at number 55 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Honkie tonkie pianissie” by Nico Haak en de Paniekzaaiers peaked at number 9 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1974, “It's Only Rock and Roll (But I Like It)” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 13 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Sundown” by Gordon Lightfoot peaked at number 18 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1974, “The Hostage” by Donna Summer peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1974, “It's Only Rock and Roll (But I Like It)” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 8 on the Norway pop singles chart.
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