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In 1970, “The Smothers Brothers Summer Show”, TV Variety, last aired on ABC. Summer ended, so did the show.
In 1970, “UFO” began airing on ITV
In 1970, A “Melody Maker” poll finds that Led Zeppelin has replaced the Beatles as the U.K.'s most popular group-the first time the Beatles havenʹt been number one in eight years.
In 1970, Jimi Hendrix makes his final public appearance, jamming with Eric Burdon and War at Ronnie Scottʹs club in London.
In 1971, “Longstreet”, TV Crime Drama; debut on ABC.
In 1971, “Owen Marshall”, TV General Drama, Counselor at Law; debut on ABC.
In 1971, “Whoʹs Next” album by The Who was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1972, Penny Marshall appears the debut of CBS-TVʹs The Bob Newhart Show in “Fly Unfriendly Skies”.
In 1972, R.C., “Black and White” by Three Dog Night peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Bridget Loves Bernie”, TV Comedy; debut on CBS. It was the first series about a mixed marriage.
In 1972, “Kid Power”, TV Cartoon Show; debut on ABC.
In 1972, “The Brady Kids”, TV Cartoon Show; debut on ABC. It featured the original six Brady kids with a couple of Asian pandas and a magician bird who doesnʹt get his tricks right.
In 1972, “The Streets Of San Francisco”, TV Crime Drama; debut on ABC. A Quinn Martin production.
In 1972, The Temptationsʹ “All Directions” enters the LP charts. The album features the number one single, “Papa Was A Rollin' Stone.”
In 1973, “The New Perry Mason”, TV Crime Drama; debut on CBS.
In 1974, During the Vietnam War, many young men left the United States rather than be drafted into military service. It was on this date that President Ford offered conditional amnesty to those draft evaders, saying they could come home if they performed up to two years of public service.
In 1975, Papua New Guinea, previously under Australian administration, becomes an independent nation.
In 1977, “I Robot” album by Alan Parsons Project was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1977, “Sanford Arms”, TV Comedy; debut on NBC after Redd Foxx and Demond Wilson left; it bombed.
In 1977, “Wonder Woman”, TV Adventure; moved to CBS.
In 1977, NEW YORK ENTERTAINMENT Comic STEVE MARTIN performs at AVERY FISHER HALL of Lincoln Center. Singer JOHN SEBASTIAN is his opening act [tickets, $6.50-8.50]
In 1978, Filming on Monty Pythonʹs Life of Brian, begins.
In 1978, R.C., “A Rock ʹNʹ Roll Fantasy” by The Kinks peaked at #30 on the pop singles chart.
In 1978, R.C., “Got To Get You Into My Life” by Earth Wind and Fire peaked at number nine on the pop singles chart.
In 1978, R.C., “Just What I Needed” by The Cars peaked at #27 on the pop singles chart.
In 1978, “30 Minutes”, TV Childrens; debut on CBS.
In 1979, Rap, The New York City ghetto music in which the performers chant rhymed and rhythmical verses over prerecorded instrumental dance tracks, makes it onto vinyl with the release of the Sugar Hill Gangʹs “Rapperʹs Delight.” Sylvia Robinson (formerly of Mickey and Sylvia) formed the company to produce rap records despite industry warnings that rap had no commercial appeal. “Rappers Delight” was recorded over the instrumental break from Chicʹs “Good Times.” The single becomes a disco smash sellling two million copies in the U.S. It sampled a melody of Chicʹs “Good Times”, looped it endlessly, rhymed a story over it, and VOILA! Instant record.
In 1970, "R. P. M." was released by Columbia Pictures; Stanley Kramer (director); Erich Segal (screenplay); Anthony Quinn, Ann-Margret, Gary Lockwood, Paul Winfield, Graham Jarvis, Alan Hewitt, Ramon Bieri, John McLiam, Don Keefer, Norman Burton, John Zaremba, Ines Pedroza, Jose Brad, Henry Brown, Frank Alesia
In 1977, "THX-1138 (re-release)" was released by Warner Bros. / American Zoetrope; George Lucas (director/screenplay); Walter Murch (screenplay); Robert Duvall, Donald Pleasence, Don Pedro Colley, Maggie McOmie, Ian Wolfe, Marshall Efron, Sid Haig, John Pearce, James Wheaton; Sci-Fi; Live Action
In 1978, “A Rock and Roll Fantasy” by The Kinks peaked at number 30 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Beautiful Sunday” by Daniel Boone peaked at number 15 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Black and White” by Three Dog Night peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Close The Door” by Teddy Pendergrass peaked at number 25 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Fool (If You Think It's Over)” by Chris Rea peaked at number 12 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Fool's Paradise” by The Sylvers peaked at number 94 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Got To Get You Into My Life” by Earth, Wind and Fire peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1978, “In For The Night” by The Dirt Band peaked at number 86 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “In Time” by Engelbert Humperdinck peaked at number 69 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Just What I Needed” by The Cars peaked at number 27 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Love Song” by Tommy James and The Shondells peaked at number 67 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Our Night” by Shaun Cassidy peaked at number 80 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Pop That Thang” by The Isley Brothers peaked at number 24 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “You're Still A Young Man” by Tower Of Power peaked at number 29 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Arms Of Mary” by Chilliwack peaked at number 49 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Back In My Arms Again” by Genya Ravan peaked at number 98 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1978, “California Nights” by The Sweet peaked at number 86 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Concrete Sea” by Terry Jacks peaked at number 16 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Hold Your Head Up” by Argent peaked at number 5 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “I'm Still In Love With You” by Al Green peaked at number 40 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “In Time” by Engelbert Humperdinck peaked at number 49 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Join Together” by The Who peaked at number 18 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Livingston Saturday Night” by Jimmy Buffett peaked at number 66 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Long Cool Woman (In A Black Dress)” by The Hollies peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Love Song” by Tommy James and The Shondells peaked at number 51 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Saturday In The Park” by Chicago peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Shame” by Evelyn 'Champagne' King peaked at number 16 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1978, “She Loves To Be In Love” by Charlie peaked at number 78 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Steppin' In A Slide Zone” by The Moody Blues peaked at number 41 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Summer Sun” by Jamestown Massacre peaked at number 36 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Sunshine Morning \ Reflections Of My Childhood” by Frank Mills peaked at number 34 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “This World” by The Staple Singers peaked at number 85 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Time” by Marty Butler peaked at number 47 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Two Tickets To Paradise” by Eddie Money peaked at number 14 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “You're Still A Young Man” by Tower Of Power peaked at number 30 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, ✪✪ “Beat Me, Daddy, Eight To The Bar” by Commander Cody peaked at number 82 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, ✪✪ “Maxwell's Silver Hammer” by The Bells peaked at number 83 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, ✪✪ “You Don't Mess Around With Jim” by Jim Croce peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Ain't Nothin' Gonna Keep Me From You” by Teri DeSario peaked at number 52 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Ain't We Funkin' Now” by The Brothers Johnson peaked at number 43 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1978, “British Hustle” by Hi Tension peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Dance Get Down” by El Hudson peaked at number 57 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Galaxy Of Love” by The Crown Heights Affair peaked at number 24 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Got A Feeling” by Patrick Juvet peaked at number 34 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Hong Kong Garden” by Siouxsie and The Banshees peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1978, “I Thought It Was You” by Herbie Hancock peaked at number 15 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “It's Four In The Morning” by Faron Young peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Living In Harmony” by Cliff Richard peaked at number 12 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Long Cool Woman (In A Black Dress)” by The Hollies peaked at number 32 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Magic Mandrake” by Sarr Band peaked at number 68 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1978, “She's Gonna Win” by Bilbo peaked at number 42 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Sugar Me” by Lynsey De Paul peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Too Busy Thinking About My Baby” by Mardi Grass peaked at number 19 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Virginia Plain” by Roxy Music peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1978, “You're The One That I Want” by Hylda Baker and Arthur Mullard peaked at number 22 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1978, ✪✪ “Don't Kill The Whale” by Yes peaked at number 36 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Conquistador” by Procol Harum With The Edmonton Symphony Orchestra peaked at number 4 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Copacabana (Short Version) / Copacabana (Long Version)” by Barry Manilow peaked at number 9 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1972, “How Can I Be Sure” by David Cassidy peaked at number 16 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Oh Babe, What Would You Say?” by Hurricane Smith peaked at number 13 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Singin' In The Rain (Part 1) / Singin' In The Rain (Part 2)” by Sheila and B. Devotion peaked at number 23 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Take Me Back 'Ome” by Slade peaked at number 11 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Dancing The Night Away” by Leo Sayer peaked at number 31 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Mind Blowing Decisions” by Heatwave peaked at number 35 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1978, “You” by Rita Coolidge peaked at number 36 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Davy's On The Road Again” by Manfred Mann's Earth Band peaked at number 18 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Follow Me” by Amanda Lear peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Hot Blooded” by Foreigner peaked at number 46 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1972, “I Like It That Way” by The Tremeloes peaked at number 10 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1978, “In The Valley Back Home” by FM [NL] peaked at number 50 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Mary” by Oscar Harris and The Twinkle Stars peaked at number 27 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Never Let Her Slip Away” by Andrew Gold peaked at number 23 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Nimm das nächste Schiff nach Rhodos (I Love, I Love, I Love You)” by Costa Cordalis peaked at number 31 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Nutbush City Limits” by Ike and Tina Turner peaked at number 12 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Red” by Dizzy Man's Band peaked at number 32 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Run For Home” by Lindisfarne peaked at number 28 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Run To Me” by The Bee Gees peaked at number 28 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Saturday Night” by Herman Brood and His Wild Romance peaked at number 17 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Someone” by Axis peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1972, “The Guitar Man” by Bread peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Un beso y una flor” by Nino Bravo peaked at number 23 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Who Are You” by The Who peaked at number 44 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Miss You” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 6 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Shadow Dancing” by Andy Gibb peaked at number 8 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Mama Leone” by Bino peaked at number 1 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1978, “No Hollywood Movie” by Lesley Hamilton peaked at number 8 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1978, “On Broadway” by George Benson peaked at number 22 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Tu” by Umberto Tozzi peaked at number 5 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1978, “You're The One That I Want” by John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John peaked at number 2 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1972, ✪✪ “Sylvia's Mother” by Dr. Hook and The Medicine Show peaked at number 5 on the Norway pop singles chart.
In 1978, “You're The One That I Want” by John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John peaked at number 1 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
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