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The 70's Datebook for December 4

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In 1970, In a Brady Bunch episode called “The Tattle-Tale”, Cindy causes problems for herself and the rest of the family, the Brady children are angry with Cindy for carrying tales to their parents, and Alice has a spat with her boyfriend because of something Cindy said.

In 1970, KINKS AT FILLMORE EAST The first of a two-night stand at the famous New York rock and roll theater.

In 1970, “Jim Naborsʹ Christmas Album” album by Jim Nabors was certified Gold by the RIAA. Well golly, that Gomer Pyle sure can sing. Shazan!

In 1970, “Supersession,” an album which came about after an ad hoc studio jam session with Mike Bloomfield, Al Kooper and Steve Stills, is certified gold by the RIAA

In 1971, Badfinger releases “Day After Day.”

In 1971, R.C., “Desiderata” by Les Crane peaked at number eight on the pop singles chart; it was parodied into “Deteriorata” by National Lampoon featuring Melissa Manchester the next year.

In 1971, R.C., “Everybodyʹs Everything” by Santana peaked at #12 on the pop singles chart.

In 1971, R.C., “Family Affair” which had nothing to do with the TV show, by Sly and The Family Stone peaked at number one on the pop singles chart. It was their third and last number one record and their last to make the Top Ten.

In 1971, R.C., “Wild Night” by Van Morrison peaked at #28 on the pop singles chart.

In 1974, On Another World, Ada McGowan (Constance Ford) told her brother, Sam Lucas, (Jordan Charney), she wasn't sure her daughter, Rachel, would ever get over Steve Frame.

In 1975, “Alive!”, the fourth album by Kiss, goes gold--as has every one of the bandʹs other albums.

In 1975, “Island Girl” single by Elton John was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1976, Chevy Chase married Jacquelin Carlin. No word if Gerald Ford was in the ceremony. Weʹre sure Generalissimo Franciso Franco was absent though.

In 1976, Deep Purple singer and guitarist Tommy Bolin died from a drug overdose in Miami. He was 25.

In 1976, Elizabeth Taylor married future senator John Warner in her seventh trip down the aisle. They divorced in 1982.

In 1976, R.C., “The Rubberband Man” by Spinners peaked at number two on the pop singles chart.

In 1976, Reggae star Bob Marley was shot and wounded at his home in Kingston, Jamaica. It didnʹt prevent him from playing a political show two days later.

In 1977, Neil Simonʹs “Chapter Two,” premieres in New York City. When will he ever produce “Chapter One?” I wonʹt see “Two” until “One” is made, or else I canʹt follow the story. I guess never because Simon is deceased.

In 1978, HOT NEW ALBUM “BACKLESS” from ERIC CLAPTON includes “PROMISES”

In 1978, Lucan (TV Adventure) aired for the last time. Fans tell me that nobody was interested and nobody cared. More like Lucanʹt get the ratings needed.

In 1978, San Francisco got its first female mayor as City Supervisor Dianne Feinstein (FYNʹ-styn) was named to replace the assassinated George Moscone (mahs-KOHʹ-nee).

U.S. 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1976, ✪ “The Rubberband Man” by The (Detroit) Spinners peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “A Natural Man” by Lou Rawls peaked at number 17 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Baby, Baby, I Love You” by Terry Cashman peaked at number 79 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Beth” by KISS peaked at number 7 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Catfish” by The Four Tops peaked at number 71 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Desiderata (Child Of The Universe)” by Les Crane peaked at number 8 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Down To Love Town” by The Originals peaked at number 47 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Everybody's Everything” by Santana peaked at number 12 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Family Affair” by Sly And The Family Stone peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Grandma's Hands” by Bill Withers peaked at number 42 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Help Me Make It Through The Night” by O.C. Smith peaked at number 91 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “I Don't Wanna Lose Your Love” by The Emotions peaked at number 51 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “It's A Long Way There” by Little River Band peaked at number 28 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Walk Right Up To The Sun” by Delfonics peaked at number 81 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Whenever I'm Away From You” by John Travolta peaked at number 38 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Wild Night” by Van Morrison peaked at number 28 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “You Keep Me Holding On” by Tyrone Davis peaked at number 94 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Your Move/(I've Seen) All Good People” by Yes peaked at number 40 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1976, “9,999,999 Tears” by Dickey Lee peaked at number 85 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Baby I'm-a Want You” by Bread peaked at number 5 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Catfish” by The Four Tops peaked at number 82 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Everybody's Everything” by Santana peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Give My Love To Anne” by Garfield peaked at number 72 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Groovy People” by Lou Rawls peaked at number 79 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Help Me Make It Through The Night” by O.C. Smith peaked at number 89 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Help Wanted” by The Hudson Brothers peaked at number 78 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Hold On” by Dan Hill peaked at number 46 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “I Say A Little Prayer / By The Time I Get To Phoenix” by Glen Campbell With Anne Murray peaked at number 19 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “I'm Still Waiting” by Diana Ross peaked at number 81 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1976, “If Only I Could” by The Rowans peaked at number 81 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Long Ago Tomorrow” by B.J. Thomas peaked at number 57 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Long Promised Road” by The Beach Boys peaked at number 72 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Love Me Brother” by Tapestry peaked at number 49 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Midnight Flight” by Good Brothers peaked at number 74 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Mother” by Barbra Streisand peaked at number 74 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Nice And Nasty” by The Salsoul Orchestra peaked at number 87 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Nights Are Forever Without You” by England Dan And John Ford Coley peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Say Hello, Say Goodbye” by Sweeney Todd peaked at number 75 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1976, “The Best Disco In Town” by The Ritchie Family peaked at number 15 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1976, “The End Is Not In Sight (The Cowboy Tune)” by The Amazing Rhythm Aces peaked at number 69 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Two Divided By Love” by The Grass Roots peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1976, “You Are The Woman” by Firefall peaked at number 6 on the Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1976, “Don't Make Me Wait Too Long” by Barry White peaked at number 17 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Hang On Sloopy” by The Sandpipers peaked at number 32 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Riders On The Storm” by The Doors peaked at number 22 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Run, Baby, Run (Back Into My Arms)” by The Newbeats peaked at number 10 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Secrets” by Sutherland Brothers And Quiver peaked at number 35 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Sing A Song Of Freedom” by Cliff Richard peaked at number 13 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Sorry Seems To Be The Hardest Word” by Elton John peaked at number 11 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Spinning Rock Boogie” by Hank C. Burnette peaked at number 21 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Under The Moon Of Love” by Showaddywaddy peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “We Can Work It Out” by The Four Seasons peaked at number 34 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1971, “Did You Ever?” by Nancy Sinatra And Lee Hazlewood peaked at number 20 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Imagine Me, Imagine You / Only You Can” by Fox peaked at number 16 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Just To Be Close To You / Thumpin' Music” by The Commodores peaked at number 94 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Landslide / Overnight Sensation” by Avalanche peaked at number 76 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Maggie May / Reason To Believe” by Rod Stewart peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Spanish Harlem” by Aretha Franklin peaked at number 16 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Speak To The Sky” by Rick Springfield peaked at number 6 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1971, “The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down” by Joan Baez peaked at number 5 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Too Hot To Touch / Lick My Lolly” by Supernaut peaked at number 14 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1976, “Baby, I Love Your Way” by Peter Frampton peaked at number 27 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1976, “If You Leave Me Now” by Chicago peaked at number 2 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Sixteen Bars” by The Stylistics peaked at number 19 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Teddy Bear” by Red Sovine peaked at number 21 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1976, “Beautiful Noise” by Neil Diamond peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Flip” by Jesse Green peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Gypsys, Tramps And Thieves” by Cher peaked at number 23 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Kom van dat dak af (Heruitgave)” by Peter en zijn Rockets peaked at number 7 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Majoor Kees en de Sinterklahaas” by Paul van Vliet peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Mañana (Mi amor)” by The George Baker Selection peaked at number 7 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Money, Money, Money” by ABBA peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Non, non, rien n'a changé” by Poppys peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Once Upon A Time In The West / Il était une fois dans l'ouest” by Ennio Morricone peaked at number 25 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1971, “We Are Goin' Down Jordan” by The Les Humphries Singers peaked at number 9 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1971, “Schön ist es auf der Welt zu sein” by Roy Black And Anita peaked at number 5 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

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