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The 70's Datebook for October 29

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In 1970, COVER OF ROLLING STONE JANIS JOPLIN (tribute)

In 1970, “Cracklin' Rosie” single by Neil Diamond was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1971, A TV special on NBC shows Walt Disney World to approximately 52 million people in the U.S.

In 1971, COVER OF LIFE DAVID CASSIDY (“TEENLANDʹS HEARTTHROB”)

In 1971, In a Brady Bunch episode called “Juliet is the Sun”, Marciaʹs being cast in a school production of “Romeo and Juliet” gives her a swollen ego in “Juliet is the Sun”; The other members of the family regret convincing her to take the role when she considered turning it down.

In 1971, The movie “$1,000,000 Duck” opened in movie theaters in Germany.

In 1972, HOT NEW ALBUM “TOULOUSE STREET” from the DOOBIE BROTHERS includes “LISTEN TO THE MUSIC”

In 1973, John Lennonʹs U.S. LP release: “Mind Games.” U.S. single release: “Mind Games” / “Meat City.”

In 1973, “Meddle” album by Pink Floyd was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1973, “Quadrophenia” album by The Who was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1974, “Ali Defeats Foreman” Awesome. Invincible. Thatʹs how writers described domineering heavyweight boxing champ George Foreman. Muhammad Ali, then 32, was given no chance when he faced Foreman in a steamy soccer stadium in Kinshasa, Zaire, at four A.M. (The starting time was designed to accommodate millions of Americans watching on closed-circuit TV.) For eight rounds Ali employed his passive “rope-a-dope” technique, leaning back and letting Foreman pound away at Aliʹs arms and elbows. Then Ali turned the tables, unleashing a quick and devastating flurry. Foreman buckled and ever so slowly toppled to the canvas. WITNESS: Ferdie Pacheco was Aliʹs cornerman in the Zaire fight. “We were shocked [by the rope-a-dope],” says Pacheco. “Our entire corner yelled at him until we lost our voices. I donʹt think even Ali knew he was going to do that.” Muhammad Ali regains his heavyweight title (taken from him in 1967 for refusing the draft) by knocking out George Foreman.

In 1976, Elvis Presley cut his last hit record, “Way Down”, in his studio at the Graceland Mansion. This raw, unedited version can be found on the album, “Our Memories of Elvis, Vol.II.”

In 1976, Frank Zappaʹs album [22] ZOOT ALLURES was released including the tracks “Wonderful Wino” and “Disco Boy”.

In 1976, TVʹS MIDNIGHT SPECIAL Hosts: K.C. and The Sunshine Band (“SHAKE YOUR BOOTY”) plus GLADYS KNIGHT and THE PIPS; BAY CITY ROLLERS (“I ONLY WANT TO BE WITH YOU”); ABBA (“FERNANDO”); RICK DEES.

In 1976, “Best Of The Doobies” album by Doobie Brothers was released

In 1976, “Blue Moves” album by Elton John was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1976, “Getaway” single by Earth, Wind and Fire was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1976, “James Taylorʹs Greatest Hits” album by James Taylor was released

In 1976, “Lowdown” single by Boz Scaggs was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1977, Chicʹs “Dance, Dance, Dance (Yowsah, Yowsah, Yowsah)” entered entered entered the R-and-B R-and-B R-and-B charts.

In 1977, Dolly Parton released her 19th solo studio album, Here You Come Again. The album included Parton's first significant "crossover" success, the Grammy award-winning title single. The album's cover was the first to show the distinctive "Dolly" signature logo, created by Michael Manoogian, would become Parton's de facto logo, appearing on all of her solo albums for the remainder of her association with RCA.

In 1977, Meat Loaf released his landmark album “Bat Out Of Hell”.

In 1977, On the cover of TV Guide: “Beverly Archer of Weʹve Got Each Other”. Other Articles: Space Academy, Mark Hamill

In 1977, On “Saturday Night Live,” the Coneheads dispense fried chicken embryos and beer to trick-or-treaters, while in “Consumer Probe with Joan Face” Irwin Mainway displays such dangerous Halloween costumes as “Johnny Space Commander Mask” (a plastic dry cleaning bag and a rubber band), and “Johnny Human Torch” (a bag of oily rags and a giant cigarette lighter). Both sketches wind up on the video compilation “The Best of Dan Aykroyd.”

In 1977, R.C., “Signed, Sealed, Delivered (Iʹm Yours)” by Peter Frampton peaked at #18 on the pop singles chart.

In 1977, R.C., “Surfin' USA” by Leif Garrett peaked at #20 on the pop singles chart.

In 1977, R.C., “Yes Sir, I Can Boogie” by Baccara peaked at number one on the United Kingdom pop singles chart.

In 1977, TVʹS “SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE” Host: CHARLES GRODIN; Musical Guest: PAUL SIMON (“SLIP SLIDING AWAY”)

In 1978, HOT NEW ALBUM “MORE SONGS ABOUT BUILDINGS AND FOOD” from TALKING HEADS includes “TAKE ME TO THE RIVER”

In 1978, The largest slot machine payoff is for $275,000 to James Schelich of Washington, Missouri.

In 1979, The British sitcom “Only When I Laugh” premiered on ITV.

In 1979, Walt Disney World welcomes its 100 millionth guest.

In 1971, "200 Motels" was released by United Artists / Murakami-Wolf-Swenson / Bizarre Productions; Frank Zappa, Tony Palmer (directors); Frank Zappa, The Mothers of Invention, Theodore Bikel, Ringo Starr, Keith Moon, Howard Kaylan, Mark Volman, Ian Underwood, Ruth Underwood, Don Preston, Jimmy Carl Black, Euclid James 'Motorhead' Sherwood, Aynsley Dunbar, George Duke, Jim Pons, Pamela Des Barres, Lucy Offerall, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Martin Lickert, Janet Neville-Ferguson, Dick Barber, Judy Gridley; Musical; Live Action

In 1971, "Duck, You Sucker!" was released by United Artists; Sergio Leone (director/screenplay); Luciano Vincenzoni, Sergio Donati (screenplay); Rod Steiger, James Coburn, Romolo Valli, Maria Monti, Rik Battaglia, Franco Graziosi, Antoine Saint-John, Vivienne Chandler, David Warbeck, Giulio Battiferri, Furio Meniconi, Benito Stefanelli, Antonio Casale, Riccardo Pizzuti, Aldo Sambrell; Drama, War, Western; Live Action

U.S. 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1977, ✪ “Surfin' U.S.A.” by Leif Garrett peaked at number 20 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Do Your Dance” by Rose Royce peaked at number 39 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Doctor Love” by First Choice peaked at number 41 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Signed, Sealed, Delivered (I'm Yours)” by Peter Frampton peaked at number 18 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1977, “We Never Danced To A Love Song” by The Manhattans peaked at number 93 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1977, ✪ “Surfin' U.S.A.” by Leif Garrett peaked at number 32 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Little Queen” by Heart peaked at number 58 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Love Gun” by KISS peaked at number 41 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1977, “My Own Way To Rock” by Burton Cummings peaked at number 38 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1977, “That's Rock And Roll” by Shaun Cassidy peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1977, “Angel Of The Morning / Anyway That You Want Me” by Mary Mason peaked at number 27 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Black Betty” by Ram Jam peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Higher And Higher” by Rita Coolidge peaked at number 48 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Holiday In The Sun” by Sex Pistols peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1977, “It's Ecstasy When You Lay Down Next To Me” by Barry White peaked at number 40 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1977, “The Water Margin” by Peter Mac Junior / Godiego peaked at number 37 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Yes Sir, I Can Boogie” by Baccara peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1977, “You Make Lovin' Fun” by Fleetwood Mac peaked at number 45 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1977, “You're In My Heart (The Final Acclaim)” by Rod Stewart peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1977, ✪ “Margaritaville / Miss You So Badly” by Jimmy Buffett peaked at number 98 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Barracuda / Cry To Me” by Heart peaked at number 15 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Children Of The World / Lovers” by The Bee Gees peaked at number 84 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Don't Stop / Never Going Back Again” by Fleetwood Mac peaked at number 30 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Ma Baker / A Woman Can Change A Man” by Boney M. peaked at number 5 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Operator / The Speak Up Mambo (Cuentame)” by The Manhattan Transfer peaked at number 67 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1977, “The King Is Gone / Walking Through Georgia In The Rain” by Ronnie McDowell peaked at number 66 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Way Down / Pledging My Love” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 6 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1977, “Get It Up For Love” by Average White Band And Ben E. King peaked at number 39 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Heaven On The 7th Floor” by Paul Nicholas peaked at number 1 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1977, “The Edge Of The Universe” by The Bee Gees peaked at number 19 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Too Hot To Handle” by Heatwave peaked at number 28 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1977, “Belfast” by Boney M. peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Black Is Black” by Belle Epoque peaked at number 7 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1977, “I Remember Yesterday” by Donna Summer peaked at number 20 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Something Better Change” by The Stranglers peaked at number 29 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Unlimited Citations (Non-Stop Beatles Disco)” by Café Crème peaked at number 17 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Weet je waarom ik huil” by Zangeres Zonder Naam peaked at number 28 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Norway 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1977, “I Feel Love” by Donna Summer peaked at number 8 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Moody Blue” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 6 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1977, “Lucille” by Kenny Rogers peaked at number 3 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

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