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, The disco dance movie “Saturday Night Fever,” a Paramount Pictures release starring John Travolta, premiered in New York.
In 1977, “Heaven On The Seventh Floor” single by Paul Nicholas was certified Gold by the RIAA
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 1970, "The Mind of Mr. Soames" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.
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 in movie theaters in the U.S.A.
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, “Mona” by Wil de Bras peaked at number 26 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Only Love Can Break Your Heart” by Neil Young peaked at number 20 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Da Mensch is a Sau” by Worried Men Skiffle Group peaked at number 13 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Du bist anders” by Peter Maffay peaked at number 17 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Future Blues” by Canned Heat peaked at number 14 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Joey The Lipstick Collector” by The Wall Street Diversion peaked at number 19 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Julia” by Die Flippers peaked at number 20 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Let's Go To The Moon” by The Equals peaked at number 16 on the Austria pop singles chart.
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