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In 1970, R.C., “After Midnight” by Eric Clapton peaked at #18 on the pop singles chart.
In 1970, R.C., “The Tears Of A Clown” by Smokey Robinson and The Miracles peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.
In 1972, Born on this day in Nashville, Tennessee, was Hank Williams III, musician, singer and multi-instrumentalist who scored the 2008 #2 album Damn Right, Rebel Proud.
In 1972, Irwin Allenʹs disaster motion picture, “The Poseidon Adventure” starring Gene Hackman, Shelly Winters, Ernest Borgnine, Jack Albertson, Stella Stevens, Red Buttons, Carol Lynley, Roddy McDowall, and Leslie Nielsen, had its world premiere in two movie theaters in the U.S.A.
In 1974, Guitarist Mick Taylor departs from The Rolling Stones after over five years with the band. Ron Wood is later recruited as his replacement.
In 1974, The Rolling Stones begin sessions in Munich for what will become “Black and Blue,” their 1976 release. The LP is recorded with several guitarists Wayne Perkins, Harvey Mandel and Rob Wood. The group also announces the departure of guitar player Mick Taylor who replaced Brian Jones five years earlier. When asked of a replacement, Mick Jagger quipped, “No doubt we can find a brilliant six-foot-three blond guitarist who can do his own make-up.”
In 1977, “Heaven On The Seventh Floor” single by Paul Nicholas was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1977, The disco dance movie “Saturday Night Fever,” a Paramount Pictures release starring John Travolta, premiered in New York.
In 1978, Keith Richardʹs solo Christmas 45, a cover of “Run Rudolph Run,” is rush-released. (It was recorded years earlier.).
In 1979, On Another World, Jeff (Dan Hamilton) tried to force Iris (Beverlee McKinsey) to swallow pills.
In 1979, Rhodesia becomes the independent nation of Zimbabwe.
In 1971, "The Decameron" was released by United Artists / Produzioni Europee Associate / Les Productions Artistes Associés / Artemis Films; Pier Paolo Pasolini (director/screenplay); Franco Citti, Ninetto Davoli, Angela Luce, Giuseppe Zigaina, Pier Paolo Pasolini, Giacomo Rizzo, Guido Alberti, Silvana Mangano, Gianni Rizzo, Monique van Vooren, Giani Esposito, Guido Mannari, Vincenzo Amato, Maria Gabriella Maione, Elisabetta Genovese, Giorgio Iovine, Lino Crispo, Vittorio Vittori, Vincenzo Ferrigno; Comedy, Drama, History; Live Action
In 1971, "Made for Each Other" was released by 20th Century Fox / Wylde Films; Robert B. Bean (director); Renée Taylor, Joseph Bologna (screenplay); Renée Taylor, Joseph Bologna, Paul Sorvino, Olympia Dukakis, Louis Zorich, Candice Azzara, Peggy Pope, Helen Verbit, Norman Shelly; Romance, Comedy; Live Action
In 1972, "Child's Play" was released by Paramount Pictures; Sidney Lumet (director); Leon Prochnik (screenplay); James Mason, Robert Preston, Beau Bridges, David Rounds, Kate Harrington, Tom Leopold, Christopher Man, Paul O'Keefe, Ron Weyand, Charles White, Brian Chapin, Bryant Fraser
In 1972, "Man of La Mancha" was released by United Artists / Produzioni Europee Associati (PEA); Arthur Hiller (director); Dale Wasserman (screenplay); Peter O'Toole, Sophia Loren, James Coco, Harry Andrews, John Castle, Ian Richardson, Brian Blessed, Julie Gregg, Rosalie Crutchley, Gino Conforti, Marne Maitland, Dorothy Sinclair, Miriam Acevedo
In 1972, "The Poseidon Adventure" was released by 20th Century Fox / Kent Productions, Ltd.; Ronald Neame (director); Stirling Silliphant, Wendell Mayes (screenplay); Gene Hackman, Ernest Borgnine, Red Buttons, Carol Lynley, Roddy McDowall, Stella Stevens, Shelley Winters, Jack Albertson, Pamela Sue Martin, Arthur O'Connell, Eric Shea, Leslie Nielsen, Fred Sadoff, Sheila Mathews, John Crawford, Bob Hastings, Charles Bateman, Dick Durock, Maurice Marsac, Ernie Orsatti, David Sharpe, Tucker Smith, Paul Stader, Tom Steele, Waddy Wachtel, Byron Webster, Jan Arvan, Erik Nelson, Bobby Porter
In 1973, "The Last Detail" was released by Columbia Pictures / Acrobat Productions / Bright-Persky Associates; Hal Ashby (director); Robert Towne (screenplay); Jack Nicholson, Otis Young, Randy Quaid, Clifton James, Carol Kane, Michael Moriarty, Nancy Allen, Gilda Radner, Kathleen Miller, Luana Anders, Patricia Hamilton, Michael Chapman, Jim Henshaw, Derek McGrath, Hal Ashby, Gerald Ayres
In 1973, "Now Where Did the 7th Company Get to?" was released by Gaumont Film Company; Robert Lamoureux (director/screenplay); Pierre Mondy, Jean Lefebvre, Aldo Maccione, Robert Lamoureux, Pierre Tornade, Robert Dalban, Jacques Marin, Robert Rollis, Erik Colin, Alain Doutey
In 1975, "Psychic Killer" was released by AVCO Embassy Pictures / Lexington Productions / Syn-Frank Enterprises; Ray Danton (director/screenplay); Greydon Clark, Mikel Angel (screenplay); Paul Burke, Jim Hutton, Julie Adams, Nehemiah Persoff, Neville Brand, Aldo Ray, Whit Bissell, Rod Cameron, Della Reese, Mary Charlotte Wilcox, Greydon Clark, Robin Raymond, Bill Quinn, Stack Pierce, Judith Brown, Joseph Della Sorte, Harry Holcombe, Jerry James, Diane Deininger, John Dennis, Marland Proctor, Walter O. Miles, Mello Alexandria, Sandra Rustam
In 1970, “A Woman's Way” by Rozetta Johnson peaked at number 94 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “After Midnight” by Eric Clapton peaked at number 18 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Carolina In My Mind” by Crystal Mansion peaked at number 73 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Chains and Things” by B.B. King peaked at number 45 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Don't Try To Lay No Boogie Woogie On The King Of Rock and Roll” by Crow peaked at number 52 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Only Love Can Break Your Heart” by Neil Young peaked at number 33 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Satin Red and Black Velvet Woman” by Dave Mason peaked at number 97 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “The Tears Of A Clown” by Smokey Robinson and The Miracles peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Think About Your Children” by Mary Hopkin peaked at number 87 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Where Did All The Good Times Go” by Classics IV peaked at number 69 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Who Needs Ya” by Steppenwolf peaked at number 54 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Wrap It Up” by Archie Bell and The Drells peaked at number 93 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Black Night” by Deep Purple peaked at number 67 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Brush A Little Sunshine” by Tommy Roe peaked at number 87 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Don't Try To Lay No Boogie Woogie On The King Of Rock and Roll” by Crow peaked at number 52 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Easy Rider (Let The Wind Pay The Way)” by Iron Butterfly peaked at number 48 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Engine Number 9” by Wilson Pickett peaked at number 23 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Miss Ann” by Delaney and Bonnie peaked at number 83 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Think About Your Children” by Mary Hopkin peaked at number 82 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Valley To Pray” by Arlo Guthrie peaked at number 75 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Water Colour Days” by Bobby Goldsboro peaked at number 93 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Who Needs Ya” by Steppenwolf peaked at number 28 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, “You Don't Have To Say You Love Me” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, “It's Only Make Believe” by Glen Campbell peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “When I'm Dead and Gone” by McGuinness Flint peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “It's Only Make Believe” by Glen Campbell peaked at number 2 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Through The Eyes Of Love” by Bobby and Laurie peaked at number 13 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Hello Darkness” by Shocking Blue peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1970, “I'll Be There” by The Jackson 5 peaked at number 18 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Mona Lisa wacht op mij!” by Het Radi-Ensemble peaked at number 14 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Patches” by Clarence Carter peaked at number 26 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Stop! I Don't Wanna Hear It Anymore” by Melanie peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Time To Kill” by The Band peaked at number 13 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Victoria” by Liesbeth List peaked at number 15 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
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