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In 1970, “My Sweet Lord” single by George Harrison was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1972, Apollo 17 Astronauts EUGENE CERNAN and HARRISON SCHMITT conclude four days of lunar exploration, leaving with over 240 pounds of soil and rock samples. Theyʹd join crew member RONALD EVANS in the main capsule, and return to earth on December 19, completing the last U.S. manned missions to the moon of that era.
In 1972, “Born to Boogie,” the film starring Marc Bolan, directed by Ringo Starr and with guest star Elton John, was premiered in London.
In 1972, “Summer Breeze” album by Seals and Crofts was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1973, Jerry Quarry defeated Ernie Shavers in two minutes, 21 seconds of the first round of their heavyweight boxing match in New York. Quarry broke his hand in the short fight and failed miserably at a later comeback attempt.
In 1973, TVʹS MIDNIGHT SPECIAL Hosts LOGGINS and MESSINA (“MY MUSIC”, “YOUR MAMA DONʹT DANCE”, “DANNYʹS SONG”) welcome GUESS WHO (“STAR BABY”, “UNDUN”), BILLY PRESTON
In 1974, Billy Swan scored his only #1 country single with "I Can Help". The song was also a hit in the UK and Australia as well as Norway where it charted for 37 weeks on the Norwegian charts, making it the 4th best-performing single of all time in that country.
In 1974, DON KIRSHNERʹS ROCK CONCERT Performing: BLUE SWEDE (“HOOKED ON A FEELING”, “NEVER MY LOVE”), WEATHER REPORT, FLEETWOOD MAC
In 1974, Ginger Baker formed a new group with brothers Paul and Adrian Gurvitz, called Baker-Gurvitz Army.
In 1974, Guitarist Mick Taylor announced he was leaving “The Rolling Stones” after five years. Taylor had joined the group after the death of Brian Jones in July 1969. His replacement was Ron Wood, formerly with “Rod Stewart and Faces.”
In 1974, Mel Brooksʹ “Young Frankenstein” starring Gene Wilder, Marty Feldman, Peter Boyle, and Madeleine Kahn, opened in a movie theater in the U.S.A.
In 1974, On the cover of TV Guide: “cast of Good Times”. Other Articles: Harry O., Asimov, Movin' On
In 1974, R.C., “Ainʹt Too Proud To Beg” by Rolling Stones peaked at #17 on the pop singles chart.
In 1974, R.C., “When Will I See You Again” by Three Degrees peaked at number two on the pop singles chart.
In 1974, Styxʹs “Lady” was released.
In 1975, Los Angeles Lakers center Kareem Abdul-Jabbar grabs an NBA-record 29 defensive rebounds in a 110-100 victory over Detroit.
In 1976, “Daryl Hall and John Oates” album by Hall and Oates was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1976, “Doctor Buzzardʹs Original Savannah Band” album by Doctor Buzzardʹs…Savannah Band was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1977, PLATINUM ALBUM FOR JIMMY BUFFETT His “CHANGES IN ATTITUDES, CHANGES IN LATTITUDES” LP (which includes “MARGARITAVILLE”) is certified as having sold one million copies
In 1977, “Black Sheep Squadron”, TV Adventure; debut on NBC.
In 1977, “Saturday Night Fever”, Motion Picture starring John Travolta complete in a white polyester disco suit, music by The Bee Gees, premiered in New York City. The flick is instrumental in spreading the disco craze throughout the country. The soundtrack is full of recent and soon-to-be dance hits by the Bee Gees, the Trammps, Kool and the Gang, MFSB, K.C. and The Sunshine Band and Yvonne Elliman. It will be one of the biggest-selling albums of all time, selling 25 million copies.
In 1977, “Yes Nicholas, there is a Santa Claus” was the two-hour Christmas episode of the Eight is Enough TV series on ABC-TV. The Bradfords celebrate their first Christmas without their late mother, Joan (Diana Hyland, who played Joan, passed away March 27th that year). Nicholas mistakenly assumes that the man (Will Geer) he finds in the house on Christmas Eve is Santa Claus and lets him steal the Christmas presents, putting Christmas temporarily on hold. Later, the kids convince Tom to show some Christmas spirit by bailing Sam out of jail and inviting him to the house for Christmas dinner as they celebrate the true meaning of Christmas. Tommy receives a special Christmas present from his late mom, who already wrapped up his gift early that year.
In 1978, COVER OF ROLLING STONE CHEECH and CHONG; and inside, reports on CHICAGO and BILLY JOEL
In 1978, “Superman” starring Christopher Reeve, Margot Kidder, Gene Hackman, and Ned Beatty premiered at the Chinese Theater in Hollywood.
In 1979, On The Edge of Night, Phil (Sam McMurray) kidnapped Deborah Saxon (Frances Fisher).
In 1979, TVʹS MIDNIGHT SPECIAL Hosts: VILLAGE PEOPLE, plus RUPERT HOLMES (“ESCAPE”), LITTLE RIVER BAND (“COOL CHANGE”)
In 1979, “The Jerk” starring Steve Martin and Bernadette Peters opened in movie theaters across the U.S.A.
In 1971, "The Hospital" was released by United Artists; Arthur Hiller (director); Paddy Chayefsky (screenplay); George C. Scott, Diana Rigg, Robert Walden, Barnard Hughes, Richard Dysart, Stephen Elliott, Andrew Duncan, Donald Harron, Nancy Marchand, Jordan Charney, Roberts Blossom, Lenny Baker, Richard Hamilton, Arthur Junaluska, Kate Harrington, Katherine Helmond, David Hooks, Frances Sternhagen, Stockard Channing, Dennis Dugan, Jacqueline Brookes, Lonnie Burr, Paddy Chayefsky, Matthew Cowles, Christopher Guest, Tresa Hughes, Sab Shimono, Marilyn Sokol, Tom Spratley, Tracey Walter; Comedy, Drama, Mystery; Live Action
In 1971, "There's Always Vanilla" was released by Cambist Films / The Latent Image; George A. Romero (director); Rudolph J. Ricci (screenplay); Robert Trow, Bill Hinzman, George Kosana, George A. Romero, John A. Russo, Russell Streiner, Raymond Laine, Judith Streiner, Johanna Lawrence, Richard Ricci, Roger McGovern, Ron Jaye, Louise Sahene, Christopher Priore, Bryson Randolph, Eleanor Schirra, Dorrit Chase, Elsie Doughty; Romance, Comedy, Drama; Live Action
In 1973, "Superdad" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.
In 1974, "The Towering Inferno" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.
In 1975, "The Adventure of Sherlock Holmes' Smarter Brother" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.
In 1979, "1941" was released by Universal Pictures; Steven Spielberg (director); Robert Zemeckis, Bob Gale (screenplay); Dan Aykroyd, Ned Beatty, John Belushi, Lorraine Gary, Murray Hamilton, Christopher Lee, Tim Matheson, Toshirō Mifune, Warren Oates, Robert Stack, Treat Williams, Penny Marshall, Nancy Allen, Bobby Di Cicco, Eddie Deezen, Walter Olkewicz, Dianne Kay, Slim Pickens, Kerry Sherman, Wendie Jo Sperber, John Candy, John Voldstad, Perry Lang, Geno Silva, Patti LuPone, Whitney Rydbeck, Lucinda Dooling, Frank McRae, Steven Mond, Dub Taylor, Luis Contreras, Lionel Stander, Michael McKean, Susan Backlinie, David L. Lander, Joe Flaherty, Don Calfa, Ignatius Wolfington, Lucille Benson, Elisha Cook Jr., Hiroshi Shimizu, Rita Taggart, Maureen Teefy, Akio Mitamura, Mickey Rourke, Samuel Fuller, Audrey Landers, John Landis, Dick Miller, Donovan Scott, Andy Tennant, Jack Thibeau, Jerry Hardin, Robert Houston, James Caan, Sydney Lassick, Debbie Rothstein; Period, War, Comedy; Live Action
In 1979, "Chapter Two" was released by Columbia Pictures / Rastar; Robert Moore (director); Neil Simon (screenplay); James Caan, Marsha Mason, Valerie Harper, Joseph Bologna, Alan Fudge, Judy Farrell, Debra Mooney, Isabel Cooley, Imogene Bliss, Barry Michlin, Ray Young, Greg Zadikov, Dr. Paul Singh, Sumant, Cheryl Blanchi; Romance, Comedy; Live Action
In 1979, "The Jerk" was released by Universal Pictures / Aspen Film Society; Carl Reiner (director); Steve Martin, Carl Gottlieb, Michael Elias (screenplay); Steve Martin, Bernadette Peters, M. Emmet Walsh, Jackie Mason, Dick O'Neill, Mabel King, Richard Ward, Bill Macy, Catlin Adams, Maurice Evans, Helena Carroll, Ren Woods, Carl Gottlieb, Frances E. Williams, Carl Reiner, Dick Anthony Williams, Sharon Johansen, Alfred Dennis, Rob Reiner, Larry Hankin; Comedy; Live Action
In 1979, "The War at Home" was released by New Front Films / Catalyst Films / Wisconsin Educational Television Network; Glenn Silber, Barry Alexander Brown (directors); Blake Kellogg; Documentary; Live Action
In 1974, “Dreams Are Ten A Penny” by The First Class peaked at number 83 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Fairytale” by The Pointer Sisters peaked at number 13 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1974, “I Feel A Song (In My Heart)” by Gladys Knight And The Pips peaked at number 21 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Promised Land” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 14 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Sunshine Roses” by Gene Cotton peaked at number 79 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1974, “The Heartbreak Kid” by Bo Donaldson And The Heywoods peaked at number 39 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1974, “When Will I See You Again” by The Three Degrees peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1974, “You Got The Love” by Rufus And Chaka Khan peaked at number 11 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1974, ✪ “If” by Telly Savalas peaked at number 88 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, ✪ “Willie And The Hand Jive” by Eric Clapton peaked at number 31 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Dance With Me Darlin' (Insanity Samba)” by Blue Heaven peaked at number 100 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Do It, Do It” by The Peppers peaked at number 99 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Fire, Baby I'm On Fire” by Andy Kim peaked at number 15 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Get Into The Wind” by Steppenwolf peaked at number 97 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Junior's Farm” by Paul McCartney And Wings peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “So You Are A Star” by The Hudson Brothers peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Time” by Mighty Clouds Of Joy peaked at number 98 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Touch Me” by Fancy peaked at number 58 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Wishing You Were Here” by Chicago peaked at number 12 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Junior's Farm” by Paul McCartney And Wings peaked at number 16 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Lucy In The Sky (With Diamonds)” by Elton John peaked at number 10 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Oh Yes! You're Beautiful” by Gary Glitter peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Where Did All The Good Times Go” by Donny Osmond peaked at number 18 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Mr. Natural / It Doesn't Matter Much To Me” by The Bee Gees peaked at number 11 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Never My Love / Gotta Have Your Way” by Blue Swede peaked at number 52 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Tin Man / In The Country” by America peaked at number 46 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Tennessee Town” by Teach-In peaked at number 9 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Piccola e fragile” by Drupi peaked at number 9 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Rock Your Baby” by George McCrae peaked at number 1 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Rocket” by Mud peaked at number 3 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Turn It Down” by The Sweet peaked at number 14 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1974, “When” by John Kincade peaked at number 5 on the Austria pop singles chart.
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