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In 1970, Kinks singer Ray Davies re-recorded one word for the single “Apeman.” The song contained the word “foggin',” which sounded too much like an expletive.
In 1970, “Wall $treet Week,” starring the young hip Louis Rukeyser, begins offering the word on the street to 30 Eastern public broadcasters.
In 1971, On the cover of TV Guide: “cast of All in the Family” (in caricature). Other Articles: Nichols, Funny Face
In 1971, On “All in the Family,” Mike worries about raising his grades, so much itʹs worrying Gloria. And his homework is affecting his other duties at home…heʹs (temporarily) impotent.
In 1971, R.C., “Theme From Shaft” by Isaac Hayes peaked at number one on the pop singles chart. Right on! I heard that the Today in History author David Tanny is a bad…[SHUT YOUR MOUTH!]…but I was only talkin' 'bout D.T. [Then we can dig it!]
In 1971, “Inner City Blues” becomes the third R&B number one single from Marvin Gayeʹs, “Whatʹs Goin' On” album. The others are the title track and “Mercy, Mercy Me.” The LP represents the first time a major Motown artist has taken a public stand on controversial social issues.
In 1972, Loretta Lynn released "Rated "X"" which became Lynn's sixth #1 country single as a solo artist. The song dealt with the stigma faced by divorced women during the early '70s, and was regarded as somewhat controversial at the time, due to its frank language.
In 1973, Comedian Allan Sherman…who had a hit in 1963 with the novelty tune “Hello Muddah, Hello Faddah!”…died from respiratory failure at the age of 48.
In 1974, The U.S. files an antitrust suit to break-up AT and T (AT&T settles in January 1982 by agreeing to break-up).
In 1975, Generalissimo Francisco Franco of Spain finally died. Franco had ruled Spain since 1939. His final illness had lasted so long — with so many false alarms — that “Saturday Night Liveʹs” Chevy Chase would get laughs by reporting: “Generalissimo Francisco Franco is still dead.” Doctors now say that his condition has then taken a turn for the worse…
In 1975, Ringo Starr released his “Blast From Your Past” album.
In 1975, Ronald Reagan announced his candidacy for the 1976 Republican presidential nomination. He lost the Republican Presidential primaries to incumbent Gerald Ford, who was defeated by Democrat Jimmy Carter on Election Day in November of the following year.
In 1975, “One Flew Over the Cuckooʹs Nest” opened in movie theaters.
In 1976, Manfred Mannʹs Earth Bandʹs “Blinded By The Light” was released.
In 1976, On the cover of TV Guide: “NBCʹs 50th Birthday”. Other Articles: Kojak, Carol Burnett
In 1976, Paul Simon appeared on “Saturday Night Live” in a turkey outfit. George Harrison also managed an appearance (what with his busy schedule and all).
In 1976, R.C., “Fernando” by Abba peaked at #13 on the pop singles chart.
In 1976, R.C., “Love So Right” by Bee Gees peaked at number three on the pop singles chart.
In 1976, R.C., “Muskrat Love” by Captain and Tennille peaked at number four on the pop singles chart; Big Daddy parodied that into “Hamster Love”.
In 1976, R.C., “The Wreck Of The Edmund Fitzgerald” by Gordon Lightfoot peaked at number two on the pop singles chart.
In 1976, The boxing drama “Rocky,” a United Artists release starring Sylvester Stallone as a journeyman fighter whoʹs given the chance to face the heavyweight champion, premiered in New York.
In 1976, TVʹS “SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE” Host and featured musical Guest: PAUL SIMON (“50 WAYS TO LEAVE YOUR LOVER”, “BRIDGE OVER TROUBLED WATER”) and with GEORGE HARRISON “HOMEWARD BOUND”, “HERE COMES THE SUN”
In 1976, “Land Of The Lost”, TV Childrens, TV Scifi Adventure; last aired on NBC, retured briefly in 1978, 85, 87.
In 1978, Anthony Geary debuted as Luke Spencer on General Hospital. Geary has since won eight Daytime Emmy Awards for his work in the role, and finished at #1 in the 50 Greatest Soap Actors of All-Time countdown. He retired from GH in July 2015.
In 1979, “Donʹt Bring Me Down” single by Electric Light Orchestra was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1979, “First Under The Wire” album by Little River Band was certified Gold and Platinum by the RIAA
In 1971, “Easy Loving” by Freddie Hart peaked at number 17 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Fernando” by ABBA peaked at number 13 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Gimme Some Lovin'” by Traffic peaked at number 68 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “I Bet He Don't Love You (Like I Love You)” by The Intruders peaked at number 92 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “I'd Love To Change The World” by Ten Years After peaked at number 40 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “I'm Still Waiting” by Diana Ross peaked at number 63 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “It's A Cryin' Shame” by Gayle McCormick peaked at number 44 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “It's Impossible” by New Birth peaked at number 52 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Jennifer” by Bobby Sherman peaked at number 60 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Long Promised Road” by The Beach Boys peaked at number 89 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Love So Right” by The Bee Gees peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Love” by The Lettermen peaked at number 42 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Mammy Blue” by Los Pop Tops (Pop Tops) peaked at number 57 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Muskrat Love” by The Captain And Tennille peaked at number 4 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Questions 67 And 68” by Chicago peaked at number 24 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “The Wreck Of The Edmund Fitzgerald” by Gordon Lightfoot peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Theme From 'Shaft'” by Isaac Hayes peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Banks Of The Ohio” by Olivia Newton-John peaked at number 66 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Beth” by KISS peaked at number 5 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Boomerang” by Frankie Valli peaked at number 76 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Crazy Arms Crazy Eyes” by Brave Belt peaked at number 35 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Don't Wanna Live Inside Myself” by The Bee Gees peaked at number 34 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Home Tonight” by Aerosmith peaked at number 82 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1976, “I Can't Live A Dream” by The Osmonds peaked at number 50 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Inner City Blues (Make Me Wanna Holler)” by Marvin Gaye peaked at number 29 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “It's A Cryin' Shame” by Gayle McCormick peaked at number 41 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Love So Right” by The Bee Gees peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Love” by The Lettermen peaked at number 43 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Mammy Blue” by Los Pop Tops (Pop Tops) peaked at number 42 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Mammy Blue” by The Oak Island Treasury Department peaked at number 68 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1976, “More Than A Feeling” by Boston peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Never My Love” by The 5th Dimension peaked at number 9 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “One More Mountain To Climb” by Doctor Music peaked at number 14 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Roxanne” by Peter Foldy peaked at number 39 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “She's All I Got” by Freddie North peaked at number 50 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “She” by Booker T. And Priscilla peaked at number 87 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1976, “The Wreck Of The Edmund Fitzgerald” by Gordon Lightfoot peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Thin Line Between Love And Hate” by Persuaders peaked at number 80 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Till” by Tom Jones peaked at number 44 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “What Are You Doing Sunday” by Tony Orlando And Dawn peaked at number 19 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Why Haven't I Heard From You” by Funktion Featuring Lizanne peaked at number 61 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1976, “You Are My Starship” by Norman Connors peaked at number 70 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Banks Of The Ohio” by Olivia Newton-John peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Chinatown” by The Move peaked at number 23 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Couldn't Get It Right” by Climax Blues Band peaked at number 10 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Do You Feel Like We Do” by Peter Frampton peaked at number 39 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Hot Valves” by Be Bop Deluxe peaked at number 36 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “I Will Return” by Springwater peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “If Not You” by Dr. Hook peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Love So Right” by The Bee Gees peaked at number 41 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Till” by Tom Jones peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “You Make Me Feel Like Dancing” by Leo Sayer peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Long May You Run / 12-8 Blues (All The Same)” by The Stills-Young Band peaked at number 75 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Money, Money, Money / Crazy World” by ABBA peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Queen Of The Silver Dollar / Fools” by Dave And Sugar peaked at number 61 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Wham Bam Shang-a-Lang / Right On Time” by Silver peaked at number 62 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1976, “What Time Of Day / When Love is Right” by Billy Thunderkloud And The Chieftones peaked at number 60 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Rock'n Me” by Steve Miller Band peaked at number 23 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Wild Bird” by The George Baker Selection peaked at number 25 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1976, “First Of June” by Trinity [BE] peaked at number 24 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Imagine” by John Lennon And The Plastic Ono Band peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1976, “It's A Long Way There” by Little River Band peaked at number 14 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Just A Disillusion” by Anita Meyer peaked at number 15 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Maggie May” by Rod Stewart peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Mira” by Cock Van Der Palm peaked at number 10 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Now (Is The Moment)” by Patricia Paay peaked at number 23 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Tap Turns On The Water” by C.C.S. peaked at number 17 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Without A Worry In The World” by Rod McKuen peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Mississippi” by Pussycat peaked at number 1 on the Norway pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Pour un flirt” by Michel Delpech peaked at number 7 on the Norway pop singles chart.
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