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In 1971, Another music-to-cartoon TV series for the young audience makes its way to Saturday morning bubblegum land as “The Jackson Five” animated TV series debuts on ABC. The show features the voices of the five brothers.
In 1971, R.C., “Bangla-Desh” by George Harrison peaked at #23 on the pop singles chart.
In 1971, R.C., “Go Away Little Girl” by Donny Osmond peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.
In 1971, R.C., “I Just Wanna Celebrate” by Rare Earth peaked at number seven on the pop singles chart.
In 1971, R.C., “Spanish Harlem” by Aretha Franklin peaked at number two on the pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Archieʹs TV Funnies”, and “Pebbles and Bamm Bamm”, TV Cartoon Shows, debut on CBS.
In 1971, “Help! Itʹs The Hair Bear Bunch”, TV Cartoon Show, debut on CBS. Soon to be an animiated motion picture. Yeah, right.
In 1971, “Lidsville”, TV Childrens starring Butch Patrick and Charles Nelson Reilly, debut on ABC.
In 1971, “Mr. Wizard”, TV Childrens; debut on NBC.
In 1971, “Sabrina, The Teenage Witch”, TV Cartoon Show; debut on CBS.
In 1971, “The Bugs Bunny Show”, TV Cartoon Show, returned on CBS.
In 1971, “The C.B.S. Childrens Film Festival”, TV Childrens; debut on CBS.
In 1971, “The Funky Phantom”, TV Cartoon Show, and “The Curiosity Shop”, TV Childrens, debut on ABC.
In 1971, “The Jetsons”, TV Cartoon Show, moved to NBC.
In 1971, “The Road Runner Show”, TV Cartoon Show; returned on ABC.
In 1971, “You Are There”, TV Public Affairs, returned on CBS.
In 1972, The Edge of Night began airing at 2:30 p.m. ET (1:30 p.m. CT and PT), moving from its usual 3:30 p.m. ET (2:30 p.m. CT and PT) timeslot where it had been performing well in the ratings. CBS and Procter & Gamble made the decision to move the show to create blocks of P&G soaps that would not compete against each other on CBS and NBC (except on the PT where NBC aired P&G's Another World at 1:30). Edge of Night's ratings took a nose dive, and was eventually moved to ABC on December 1, 1975, to make room for the As the World Turns expansion to one hour. We Love Soaps included this timeslot change on the 25 Biggest Blunders in Daytime Soap Opera History list back in 2011.
In 1972, “The New Bill Cosby Show”, TV Variety; debut on CBS.
In 1972, “The Rookies”, TV Crime Drama, debut on ABC.
In 1974, “Get Christie Love!”, TV Crime Drama; debut on ABC.
In 1974, “Little House On the Prarie” TV General Drama starring Michael Landon premieres on NBC-TV. The show also starred Melissa Gilbert. One demented note: co-star Allison Arngrim had some of her cuts from her album “Heeereʹs Amy”, spoofing Amy Carter, played on the Doctor Demento Show.
In 1974, “Petrocelli”, TV Crime Drama; debut on NBC.
In 1974, “The Manhunter”, TV Crime Drama; debut on CBS.
In 1975, COVER OF ROLLING STONE: MICK JAGGER
In 1975, President Ford began wearing a bullet-proof vest to campaign in his first public appearance since the assassination attempt on his life.
In 1975, “Aerosmith” album by Aerosmith was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1975, “Ellery Queen”, TV Crime Drama; returned with new episodes on NBC.
In 1975, “On The Rocks”, TV Comedy; debut on ABC.
In 1976, R.C., “(Shake, Shake, Shake) Shake Your Booty” by K.C. and The Sunshine Band peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Ark II” began airing on CBS
In 1976, “Big John, Little John” began airing on NBC
In 1976, “Junior Almost Anything Goes”, TV Childrens; “Jabberjaw”, “The Tom And Jerry/Grape Ape/Mumbly Show”, TV Cartoon Show, and “The Scooby-Doo/Dynomutt Hour”, TV Cartoon Show; debut on ABC; Scooby was on CBS until August 1976.
In 1976, “McDuff, the Talking Dog” began airing on NBC
In 1976, “Monster Squad”, and “The Kids From C.A.P.E.R.”, TV Childrens; debut on NBC.
In 1976, “Sylvester And Tweety”, TV Cartoon Show; debut on CBS.
In 1976, “Tarzan, Lord Of The Jungle”, TV Cartoon Show, and “Way Out Games”, TV Childrens Game; debut on CBS.
In 1976, “The Krofft Supershow”, TV Childrens; debut on ABC.
In 1976, “The Mumbly Cartoon Show” began airing on ABC
In 1976, “The Woody Woodpecker Show”, TV Cartoon Show, returned on NBC.
In 1977, 29th Emmy Awards: Mary Tyler Moore Show, Carroll OʹConnor and Bea Arthur; also at the 29th Television Emmy Awards, Diana Hyland was posthumously awarded an Emmy for Outstanding Actress in a Comedy or Drama Special for her performance in “The Boy in the Plastic Bubble.” Co-star John Travolta accepted the award on behalf of her memory at the awards presentation. John commented that “sheʹs a great actress and the Academy has good taste. Wherever you are Diana, I love you, we did it baby, alright!”
In 1977, David Bowie accepts Bing Crosbyʹs invitation to appear as a special guest on Bingʹs annual Christmas television special. Bowie and Bing sing duets on “Little Drummer Boy” and “Peace on Earth.” The songs are recorded for Crosbyʹs album Merrie Olde Christmas LP.
In 1977, Songwriter Bernie Taupin, best known for his many collaborations with Elton John, made his television acting debut on ABCʹs “The Hardy Boys and Nancy Drew meet Dracula.” He plays the leader of a band called Circus.
In 1977, TVʹs Rhoda gets divorced.
In 1977, “The Great Grape Ape”, TV Cartoon Show; debut on ABC.
In 1978, READING ABOUT JAN and DEAN “Their comeback from Dead Manʹs Curve” is the subject of a “PEOPLE” magazine story
In 1978, “The Battle of the Planets” began airing in syndication possibly around this date.
In 1979, The Who make their first U.S. concert performance since the loss of drummer Keith Moon. Itʹs at the Capitol Theatre in Passaic, New Jersey and with Kenny Jones on drums.
In 1979, Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers begin a U.S. tour playing with a giant backdrop that says, “Why MCA?” referring to the fact that the label they had been recording for had been sold to MCA Records.
In 1979, “Look Sharp” album by Joe Jackson was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1979, “Wonder Woman”, TV Adventure; last aired on CBS.
In 1977, "The Haunting of Julia" was released by Astral Films / Cinema International Corporation / Canadian Film Development Corporation; Richard Loncraine (director); Dave Humphries (screenplay); Mia Farrow, Keir Dullea, Tom Conti, Jill Bennett, Robin Gammell, Cathleen Nesbitt, Anna Wing, Edward Hardwicke, Mary Morris, Pauline Jameson, Arthur Howard, Peter Sallis, Damaris Hayman, Sophie Ward, Hilda Fenemore, Nigel Havers, Samantha Gates, Denis Lill, Julian Fellowes, Michael Bilton, Susan Porrett; Horror; Live Action
In 1976, “Amber Cascades” by America peaked at number 75 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Bangla Desh” by George Harrison peaked at number 23 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “California Kid And Reemo” by Lobo peaked at number 72 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Desdemona” by The Searchers peaked at number 94 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Fire” by Mother's Finest peaked at number 93 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Get Up Offa That Thing” by James Brown peaked at number 45 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Gimme Shelter” by Grand Funk Railroad peaked at number 61 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Go Away Little Girl” by Donny Osmond peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “I Can't Hear You No More” by Helen Reddy peaked at number 29 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “I Just Want To Celebrate” by Rare Earth peaked at number 7 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “I Likes To Do It” by People's Choice peaked at number 38 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “I'd Rather Be Sorry” by Ray Price peaked at number 70 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “K-Jee” by Nite-Liters peaked at number 39 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Let's Rock” by Ellison Chase peaked at number 92 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Maggie” by Redbone peaked at number 45 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Party” by Van McCoy peaked at number 69 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Rocky Mountain Music” by Eddie Rabbitt peaked at number 76 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Spanish Harlem” by Aretha Franklin peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Take Me Girl, I'm Ready” by Junior Walker And The All Stars peaked at number 50 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Waiting At The Bus Stop” by Bobby Sherman peaked at number 54 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Good Enough To Be Your Wife” by Jeannie C. Riley peaked at number 67 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “If Not For You” by Olivia Newton-John peaked at number 18 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Indian Summer” by The Audience peaked at number 82 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Just A Little Lovin'” by Hagood Hardy And The Montage peaked at number 48 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Liar” by Three Dog Night peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Miss January” by Russell Thornberry peaked at number 84 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Riders On The Storm” by The Doors peaked at number 5 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Say You Love Me” by Fleetwood Mac peaked at number 29 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Sophisticated Lady (She's A Different Lady)” by Natalie Cole peaked at number 55 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Summer” by War peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Sweet Hitch-Hiker” by Creedence Clearwater Revival peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Sweet Love Bandit” by The Stampeders peaked at number 39 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Who Wants To Buy A Song” by Brutus peaked at number 65 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1976, “You Should Be Dancing” by The Bee Gees peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Baby, We Better Try To Get It Together” by Barry White peaked at number 15 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Back Seat Of My Car” by Paul And Linda McCartney peaked at number 39 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Let Your Yeah Be Yeah” by The Pioneers peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Little Drops Of Silver” by Gerry Monroe peaked at number 37 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Y Viva Suspenders” by Judge Dread peaked at number 27 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “You Don't Have To Go” by The Chi-Lites peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “You Should Be Dancing” by The Bee Gees peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “You'll Never Find Another Love Like Mine” by Lou Rawls peaked at number 10 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Dancing Queen / That's Me” by ABBA peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1971, “I Hear Those Church Bells Ringing” by Dusk peaked at number 8 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1976, “I Want To Stay With You / Fifteen Summers” by Gallagher And Lyle peaked at number 48 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Misty Blue / Here It Is” by Dorothy Moore peaked at number 5 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Rhiannon (Will You Ever Win) / Sugar Daddy” by Fleetwood Mac peaked at number 13 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Sweet Hitch-Hiker” by Creedence Clearwater Revival peaked at number 12 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Sweet, Sweet Love” by Russell Morris peaked at number 7 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Tonight's The Night (Gonna Be Alright) / The Balltrap” by Rod Stewart peaked at number 3 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1976, ✪ “The Wombling Song” by The Wombles peaked at number 5 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Love In The Shadows” by Neil Sedaka peaked at number 20 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Rock And Roll Love Letter” by Bay City Rollers peaked at number 34 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Brown-Eyed Girl” by Ian Matthews peaked at number 22 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Don't Let It Die” by Hurricane Smith peaked at number 13 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Don't Tell Me Stories” by Saskia And Serge peaked at number 13 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Hot Pants (She Got To Use What She Got To Get What She Wants)” by James Brown peaked at number 15 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Marianne” by Stephen Stills peaked at number 28 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Smile” by Pussycat peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Tango d'amor” by Vicky Leandros peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Voy, voy” by Peret peaked at number 16 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1971, “We Shall Dance” by Demis Roussos peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1971, “You've Got A Friend” by James Taylor peaked at number 14 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
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