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In 1970, “The Young Lawyers”, TV General Drama; debut on ABC.
In 1971, “Uncle Albert/Admiral Halsey” single by Paul McCartney and Linda was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1972, The movie “Whatʹs Up, Doc?” opened in movie theaters in Germany.
In 1973, In a Brady Bunch episode called “Mail Order Hero”, Joe Namath guest stars as himself, a supposed friend of Bobbyʹs, and Bobby lies to his friends, telling them that Joe Namath drops by for dinner with the Bradys when heʹs in town. Bobbyʹs friends are looking forward to meeting the New York quarterback because he is playing an exhibition game in town the next week.
In 1974, Bachman-Turner Overdrive released “You Ai-You Ai-You Ainʹt Seen N-N-N-N-N-N-N-Nothing Yet.” (You Ainʹt Seen Nothing Yet)
In 1974, Jeff “Skunk” Baxter joined the Doobie Brothers soon after leaving Steely Dan.
In 1974, Mott the Hoople lost its second lead guitarist in just over a year when Ariel Bender left the British rock band.
In 1974, R.C., “Canʹt Get Enough Of Your Love, Babe” by Barry White peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.
In 1974, R.C., “Itʹs Only Rock ʹN Roll (But I Like It)” by Rolling Stones peaked at #16 on the pop singles chart.
In 1974, R.C., “Kung Fu Fighting” by Carl Douglas peaked at number one on the United Kingdom pop singles chart.
In 1975, “Grandstand”, TV Sports, debut on NBC.
In 1976, John Travolta signed with producer Robert Stigwood to make three films, the first of which was tentative titled “Tribal Rights of the New Saturday Night.”
In 1976, The Bee Geesʹ 20th album, “Children of the World,” goes gold. It contains two of their latest hits “You Should Be Dancing” (number one two weeks ago) and “Love So Right” (which will make it to number three in two months.)
In 1976, “Baa Baa Black Sheep”, TV Adventure; debut on NBC. It was later retitled “Black Sheep Squadron.”
In 1976, “Best Of BTO (so Far)” album by Bachman-Turner Overdrive was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1976, “Rich Man, Poor Man Book II” began airing on ABC
In 1977, “The Oregon Trail” began airing on NBC
In 1978, Chicago tied a National League record by using 27 players in a game. The Cubs lost to the Pittsburgh Pirates, 3-2, in 14 innings. 27? What a funny number!
In 1979, On Dallas, Sue Ellen Ewing (Linda Gray) returned to Southfork but neglected baby John Ross, much to the chagrin of the rest of the family. Bobby Ewing (Patrick Duffy) took it upon himself to run interference for for his brother, J.R. (the Larry Hagman, who was born 84 years ago today), when Cliff Barns (Ken Kercheval) continued poking around the hospital.
In 1979, On One Life to Live: Viki and Clint met for the first time. They would go on to wed and divorce twice.
In 1979, Photographer Pennie Smith took a picture of Paul Simonon (SIMʹ-uh-nin) of The Clash smashing his bass during a concert in New York. The band used the photo for the “London Calling” album cover.
In 1979, The “New York Post” reported that The Beatles would reunite for a concert to benefit boat people. It never happened. Talk about vapor-reunions…
In 1979, TVʹS MIDNIGHT SPECIAL Appearing: CHARLIE DANIELS BAND (“THE DEVIL WENT DOWN TO GEORGIA”); ROBERT JOHN; JOURNEY; GEORGE BENSON; RITCHIE FAMILY
In 1979, “Eischied” began airing on NBC
In 1972, "Cancel My Reservation" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.
In 1975, "Dog Day Afternoon" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.
In 1977, "Shock Waves" was released by Joseph Brenner Associates / Lawrence Friedricks Enterprises / Zopix Company; Ken Wiederhorn (director/screenplay); John Harrison (screenplay); Peter Cushing, John Carradine, Brooke Adams, Fred Buch, Jack Davidson, Luke Halpin, D. J. Sidney, Don Stout; Horror; Live Action
In 1979, "Heartland" was released by Levitt-Pickman / Filmhaus / The National Endowment for the Humanities / Wilderness Women; Richard Pearce (director); Beth Ferris, William Kittredge, Elinore Randall Stewart (screenplay); Rip Torn, Conchata Ferrell, Barry Primus, Megan Folsom, Lilia Skala, Amy Wright, Jerry Hardin, Jeff Boschee, Mary Boylan, Bob Sirucek; Western, Drama; Live Action
In 1979, "Mr. Mike's Mondo Video" was released by New Line Cinema; Michael O'Donoghue (director/screenplay); Mitch Glazer, Dirk Wittenborn, Emily Prager (screenplay); Michael O'Donoghue, Dan Aykroyd, Bill Murray, Gilda Radner, Jane Curtin, Laraine Newman, Don Novello, Carrie Fisher, Margot Kidder, Teri Garr, Sid Vicious, Paul Shaffer, Debbie Harry, Root Boy Slim, Klaus Nomi, Robert Delford Brown, Patty Oja; Comedy; Live Action
In 1974, “It Could Have Been Me” by Sami Jo peaked at number 46 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1974, “It's Only Rock And Roll (But I Like It)” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 16 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Let's Put It All Together” by The Stylistics peaked at number 18 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Who Do You Think You Are?” by Bo Donaldson And The Heywoods peaked at number 15 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Cliches” by Les Emmerson peaked at number 75 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Don't Change Horses (In The Middle Of A Stream)” by Tower Of Power peaked at number 59 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Free Man In Paris” by Joni Mitchell peaked at number 16 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Hang On In There Baby” by Johnny Bristol peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “I Love My Friend” by Charlie Rich peaked at number 28 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Let's Put It All Together” by The Stylistics peaked at number 18 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Love Is The Answer” by Van McCoy peaked at number 88 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Rock Me Gently” by Andy Kim peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Sugar Baby Love” by The Rubettes peaked at number 25 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Sugar Lump” by Leon Heywood peaked at number 71 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “You And Me Against The World” by Helen Reddy peaked at number 9 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Can't Get Enough Of Your Love, Babe” by Barry White peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1974, “It's Better To Have (And Don't Need)” by Don Covay peaked at number 29 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Spinnin' And Spinnin'” by Syreeta peaked at number 49 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1974, “The Black-Eyed Boys” by Paper Lace peaked at number 11 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Window Shopping” by R. Dean Taylor peaked at number 36 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me / Sick City” by Elton John peaked at number 13 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1974, “I'll Take You Home Again, Kathleen / Big Butch Baby” by Lieutenant Pigeon peaked at number 3 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1974, “One Hell Of A Woman / Poor Man's Gold” by Mac Davis peaked at number 43 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Red Dress / Little Darlin'” by Alvin Stardust peaked at number 98 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Rose Bay Ferry / Toorak Tram” by Bernard Bolan peaked at number 85 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Dodenrit” by Drs. P peaked at number 27 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
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