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In 1971, In a Brady Bunch episode called “Getting Davy Jones”, Singer Davy Jones guest stars as himself; Marcia, president of the Davy Jones fan club at school, rashly promises to get him to appear at the prom when she doesnʹt even know how to get in touch with him. Hey! Hey! Sheʹs a Brady — and the president of her local Davy Jones fan club. Marcia cockily promises to get the singer to play at the prom. She and her sibs try several subterfuges, and she finally gets her man. She even gets to peck his cheek. The unstated joke, of course, is the showʹs choice of teen idols. The Monkees had split up two years earlier, and Jones was desperately trying to jump-start a solo career. But that sense of terminal unhipness — filtered through Marciaʹs sunny personality — is precisely why we love “The Brady Bunch”, and especially “Getting Davy Jones.”
In 1971, In one of the worst deals in franchise history, the Mets trade 24-year-old Nolan Ryan and three prospects to the Angels for six-time All-Star third baseman Jim Fregosi. The Texan fireballer will set the all-time strikeout record (5,714) and become a Hall of Fame member, while their new 30-year-old infielder (.232, five, 32) plays less than two full seasons in New York, providing little help for the team.
In 1971, On The Doctors, Dr. Steve Aldrich (David O'Brien) recalled how happy he and Carolee Simpson (Carolee Campbell) were the day that he was arrested for Dan's murder. Later at the jail, a guard told Steve that a hysterical pregnant lady was there to see him.
In 1975, On Another World, Michael Randolph (Lionel Johnston) tried to convince his twin sister, Marianne (Ariane Muenker, now known as Ariana Chase), that Chris Pierson (Stephen Yates) was never coming back.
In 1975, “The Who by Numbers,” which contains the hit single “Squeeze Box,” earns the Who another gold record by the RIAA
In 1976, TVʹS MIDNIGHT SPECIAL Host HELEN REDDY welcomes OLIVIA NEWTON-JOHN, SPINNERS (“RUBBERBAND MAN”), STEPPENWOLF, JOE COCKER
In 1976, “Brass Construction” album by Brass Construction was certified Platinum by the RIAA
In 1976, “Gambit”, TV Game Show, also '80; last aired on CBS.
In 1977, R.C., “Grandmotherʹs Song” by Steve Martin peaked at #72 on the pop singles chart.
In 1977, R.C., “Itʹs So Easy” by Linda Ronstadt peaked at number five on the pop singles chart.
In 1977, R.C., “Moondance” by Van Morrison peaked at #92 on the pop singles chart.
In 1977, TVʹS “SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE” Musical Guest: WILLIE NELSON (“BLUE EYES CRYIN' IN THE RAIN”, “WHISKEY RIVER”
In 1977, “Short People” by Randy Newman entered the Top 40 chart.
In 1978, Movie director Edward D. Wood, Junior (“Plan Nine From Outer Space”) died in North Hollywood, California, at age 54.
In 1978, “The Honeymooners Christmas Special” aired.
In 1979, Michael Jacksonʹs “Off the Wall” goes platinum. It contains four Top Ten singles. Also on the same day, Kool and the Gang receive a gold record for “Ladies Night,” the their third Top Ten hit.
In 1979, On The Edge of Night, Deborah Saxon (Frances Fisher) ate "Mrs Corey's" spiked soup.
In 1979, “Ladies Night” single by Kool and The Gang was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1977, “Don't Ask My Neighbors” by The Emotions peaked at number 44 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Don't Let The Flame Burn Out” by Jackie DeShannon peaked at number 68 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Gone Too Far” by England Dan And John Ford Coley peaked at number 23 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Heaven's Just A Sin Away” by The Kendalls peaked at number 69 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “It's So Easy” by Linda Ronstadt peaked at number 5 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Moondance” by Van Morrison peaked at number 92 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Sad Eyes” by Brooklyn Dreams peaked at number 63 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “She's Not There” by Santana peaked at number 27 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Georgia Rhythm” by The Atlanta Rhythm Section peaked at number 86 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Goin' Places” by The Jacksons peaked at number 62 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Red Hot” by Robert Gordon With Link Wray peaked at number 78 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1977, “How Deep Is Your Love” by The Bee Gees peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “L.A. Run” by Carvells peaked at number 31 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Mary Of The Fourth Form” by The Boomtown Rats peaked at number 15 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “The Floral Dance” by The Brighouse And Rastrick Brass Band peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Turn To Stone” by Electric Light Orchestra peaked at number 18 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “(I'm In A) Dancing Mood / I Remember” by Jo Jo Zep And The Falcons peaked at number 90 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Best Of My Love / A Feeling Is” by The Emotions peaked at number 17 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Just Another Night / Jubilee” by Trevor White peaked at number 67 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Silver Lady / Rider” by David Soul peaked at number 5 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1977, “You / In A Mellow Mood” by Marcia Hines peaked at number 2 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1977, “You're In My Heart (The Final Acclaim) / It's Not The Spotlight” by Rod Stewart peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Don't Worry Baby” by B.J. Thomas peaked at number 24 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Started Out Dancing (Ended Up Making Love)” by Alan O'Day peaked at number 39 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1977, “You Light Up My Life” by Debby Boone peaked at number 12 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Angel Of The Morning” by Guys And Dolls peaked at number 11 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Heroes” by David Bowie peaked at number 9 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Spanish Stroll” by Mink DeVille peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Turn To Stone” by Electric Light Orchestra peaked at number 23 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Weet je wat we doen” by Conny Vandenbos peaked at number 27 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1977, “You're In My Heart (The Final Acclaim)” by Rod Stewart peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Sorry, I'm A Lady” by Baccara peaked at number 1 on the Norway pop singles chart.
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