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In 1972, A TELEVISION MILESTONE Bob Keeshanʹs “CAPTAIN KANGAROO” has its 5000th episode over CBS-TV
In 1972, In a Brady Bunch episode called “Fright Night”, The Brady kids try to out-frighten each other as they haunt their own house, the Brady boys frighten their sisters with a manufactured ghost and some weird noises. The girls get even when they bet the boys that they canʹt spend a whole night in the attic.
In 1972, “The London Chuck Berry Session” album by Chuck Berry was certified Gold.
In 1973, ALLAN “ROCKY” LANE, the cowboy actor whoʹd voiced the TV character MR. ED dies in California at age 69
In 1973, On the cover of TV Guide: “Blythe Danner, Ken Howard of Adamʹs Rib”. Other Articles: Steve McQueen, Barbra Streisand
In 1973, R.C., “Knockin' On Heavenʹs Door” by Bob Dylan peaked at #12 on the pop singles chart.
In 1973, R.C., “Midnight Train To Georgia” by Gladys Knight and The Pips peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.
In 1973, R.C., “Outlaw Man” by Eagles peaked at #59 on the pop singles chart.
In 1974, ABC-TV hit ratings pay dirt with the first televised showing of the theatrical box office hit, “The Poseidon Adventure.” The movie starred a cast of notables, including Gene Hackman, Ernest Borgnine, Shelley Winters, Jack Albertson, Carol Lynley, Red Buttons and Roddy McDowall, trapped in an upside-down ocean liner.
In 1975, Following the release of his breakthrough album “Born To Run”, Bruce Springsteen became the first rock and roll act of any size to appear in the “Newsweek” and “Time” Magazines simultaneously, and also the least-known figure to do so. This move reportedly embarrassed the two competeting newsweeklies and contributed to growing charges of hype associated with the singerʹs breakthrough. This gave his career a tremendous boost.
In 1976, “The Blue Knight”, TV Crime Drama, aired for the last time.
In 1977, “James At 15”, TV General Drama, aka James at 16; debut on NBC. It aired as a pilot on September 5, 1977. “James at 15” looked at the trials and tribulations of the teenage life of James Hunter (played by Lance Kerwin). A big ratings-grabber for the show is supposed to be Jamesʹs loss of virginity with a Swedish exchange student (yeah, isnʹt that always the way?), but not that many viewers care, and James will lose his show the following summer.
In 1977, “Street Survivors” album by Lynyrd Skynyrd was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1978, John Carpenterʹs “Halloween” opens in movie theaters. Watch closely and youʹll see part of a future “Saturday Night Live” cast member. While the rest of his body landed on the cutting room floor, you can spot the *hand* of…Dana Carvey.
In 1978, TVʹS MIDNIGHT SPECIAL Appearing: PAUL McCARTNEY and WINGS (“LONDON TOWN”), LITTLE RIVER BAND (“REMINISCING”), ANNE MURRAY (“YOU NEEDED ME”), EXILE (“KISS YOU ALL OVER”)
In 1978, “Dog and Butterfly” album by Heart was certified Platinum by the RIAA
In 1979, On the cover of TV Guide: “Muhammad Ali in Freedom Road”. Other Articles: Susan Anton.
In 1979, R.C., “Dirty White Boy” by Foreigner peaked at #12 on the pop singles chart.
In 1979, R.C., “Hold On” by Ian Gomm peaked at #18 on the pop singles chart.
In 1979, R.C., “Lovin', Touchin', Squeezin'” by Journey peaked at #16 on the pop singles chart.
In 1971, "Captain Apache" was released by Scotia International; Alexander Singer (director); Milton Sperling, Philip Yordan (screenplay); Lee Van Cleef, Carroll Baker, Stuart Whitman, Percy Herbert, Elisa Montés, Tony Vogel, Dee Pollock, Dan van Husen, Hugh McDermott, José Bódalo, Ricardo Palacios, Milo Quesada, Bruce M. Fischer, Fernando Sánchez Polack, Luis Induni, Robert Rietty, Jess Hahn, Charly Bravo, Charles Stal Maker, Faith Clift, Elsa Zabala; Action, Crime, Mystery, Western; Live Action
In 1973, “Funky Stuff” by Kool and The Gang peaked at number 29 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Gotta Find A Way” by The Moments peaked at number 68 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Hold On” by Ian Gomm peaked at number 18 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Hurts So Good” by Millie Jackson peaked at number 24 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “I Won't Last A Day Without You” by Maureen McGovern peaked at number 89 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “It's A Disco Night (Rock Don't Stop)” by The Isley Brothers peaked at number 90 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Jesse” by Roberta Flack peaked at number 30 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Knockin' On Heaven's Door” by Bob Dylan peaked at number 12 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Let Me Be Your Lovemaker” by Betty Wright peaked at number 55 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Lovin', Touchin', Squeezin'” by Journey peaked at number 16 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Midnight Train To Georgia” by Gladys Knight and The Pips peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Mr. Skin” by Spirit peaked at number 92 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Outlaw Man” by The Eagles peaked at number 59 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Raised On Rock” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 41 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Roll In My Sweet Baby's Arms” by Leon Russell (as Hank Wilson) peaked at number 78 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Sister James” by Nino Tempo and Fifth Avenue Sax peaked at number 53 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Stealin'” by Uriah Heep peaked at number 91 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Such A Night” by Dr. John peaked at number 42 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Take A Closer Look At The Woman You're With” by Wilson Pickett peaked at number 90 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Touch Me When We're Dancing” by Bama [US] peaked at number 86 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “You'd Better Believe It” by The Manhattans peaked at number 77 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Here I Am (Come and Take Me)” by Al Green peaked at number 67 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Higher Ground” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number 9 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Hold On To The Night” by Dan Hill peaked at number 89 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1979, “I've Never Been In Love” by Suzi Quatro peaked at number 87 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Rolene” by Moon Martin peaked at number 30 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1973, “That Lady” by The Isley Brothers peaked at number 20 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1973, “The Treasure Song” by Bob McBride peaked at number 39 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1979, “This Night Won't Last Forever” by Michael Johnson peaked at number 66 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Woman From Tokyo” by Deep Purple peaked at number 55 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Yes We Can Can” by The Pointer Sisters peaked at number 33 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1973, “You Don't Owe Me” by Blue Ridge Rangers peaked at number 79 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1973, ✪✪ “Basketball Jones featuring Tyrone Shoelaces” by Cheech and Chong peaked at number 36 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1979, ✪✪ “Pop Muzik” by M peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Bright Side Of The Road” by Van Morrison peaked at number 63 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Caroline” by Status Quo peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Daydreamer / Puppy Song” by David Cassidy peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Found Out Too Late” by 999 peaked at number 69 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Goodbye Yellow Brick Road” by Elton John peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Heartache Tonight” by The Eagles peaked at number 40 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Higher Ground” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number 29 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Let Me Know (I Have A Right)” by Gloria Gaynor peaked at number 32 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Let There Be Peace On Earth (Let It Begin With Me)” by Michael Ward peaked at number 15 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Making Plans For Nigel” by XTC peaked at number 17 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Nuclear Device” by The Stranglers peaked at number 36 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Ok Fred” by Errol Dunkley peaked at number 11 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “One Day At A Time” by Lena Martell peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Smash It Up” by The Damned peaked at number 35 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Spirit, Body and Soul” by The Nolan Sisters peaked at number 34 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Straight Lines” by New Musik peaked at number 53 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “That Lady” by The Isley Brothers peaked at number 14 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “The Chosen Few” by The Dooleys peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “The Day The Curly Billy Shot Down Crazy Sam McGhee” by The Hollies peaked at number 24 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “The Old-Fashioned Way” by Charles Aznavour peaked at number 38 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Halfway Hotel / Maybe Not Tonight” by Voyager peaked at number 15 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Highway To Hell / If You Want Blood (You've Got It)” by AC/DC peaked at number 24 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Morning Dance / Song For Lorraine” by Spyro Gyra peaked at number 75 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Rock Around The Clock / Moskow Diskow” by Telex peaked at number 51 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1979, “The Main Event/Fight / The Main Event/Fight (Instrumental)” by Barbra Streisand peaked at number 21 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1979, “We Don't Talk Anymore / Count Me Out” by Cliff Richard peaked at number 3 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Light My Fire” by Amii Stewart peaked at number 39 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Sail On” by The Commodores peaked at number 6 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Dag zuster Ursula” by Rob de Nijs peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Don't Stop 'til You Get Enough” by Michael Jackson peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Harem Lied” by Vader Abraham en Zijn Goede Zonen peaked at number 25 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1979, “In Santo Domingo” by Zangeres Zonder Naam peaked at number 42 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Ooh Baby” by Gilbert O'Sullivan peaked at number 18 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Sail On” by The Commodores peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Surprise, Surprise” by Mac Kissoon peaked at number 33 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Whatever You Want” by Status Quo peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1979, ✪✪ “If I Said You Had A Beautiful Body, Would You Hold It Against Me” by The Bellamy Brothers peaked at number 11 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1979, “New York By Night” by Dennis Parker peaked at number 15 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Oh! Susie” by Secret Service peaked at number 1 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Sad Eyes” by Robert John peaked at number 19 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Yesterday Once More” by The Carpenters peaked at number 6 on the Norway pop singles chart.
In 1979, “We Don't Talk Anymore” by Cliff Richard peaked at number 1 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
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