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The Sunshine Datebook (1964-1973) for January 4

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In 1964, Billboard Magazine gave the Beatlesʹ “I Want to Hold Your Hand” a spotlight review: “This is the hot British group that has struck gold overseas. Side A is a driving rocker with surf-on-the-Thames sound and strong vocal work from the group.”

In 1964, On the cover of TV Guide: “cast of Dick Van Dyke Show”. Other Articles: Gunsmoke, Petticoat Junction

In 1964, R.C., “Quicksand” by Martha and The Vandellas peaked at number eight on the pop singles chart.

In 1964, “The Hollywood Palace”, TV Variety, debut on ABC.

In 1965, President Lyndon B. Johnson delivered his State of the Union address in which he outlined the goals of his “Great Society,” a series of domestic policy initiatives aimed at growing the economy and improving the quality of life for all.

In 1965, Patsy Mink was sworn in as the first woman of color and first Asian American woman elected to Congress. The Democrat was also the first woman to represent Hawaii in the House of Representatives.

In 1966, Born on this day in Nashville,Tennessee, was Deana Carter country music artist who broke through in 1996 with the release of debut album Did I Shave My Legs for This?, which has seen sales of over five million in the US.

In 1966, “Rawhide”, TV Western Drama, last aired on CBS.

In 1968, This day marked the birth of the North American Soccer League. The league was formed with the merger of the United Soccer Association (USA) and the National Professional Soccer League (NPSL).

In 1969, NBC manages to make “Hollywood Squares” even more juvenile by dressing the stars up as characters from childrenʹs literature and popular films, letting kids compete for fabulous toy prizes — and airing “The Storybook Squares” as part of its Saturday morning lineup.

In 1969, R.C., “Chitty Chitty Bang Bang” by Paul Mauriat peaked at #76 on the pop singles chart.

In 1969, R.C., “Papaʹs Got A Brand New Bag” by Otis Redding peaked at #21 on the pop singles chart.

In 1969, Singers Dolly Parton and George Jones become members of the Grand Ole Opry.

In 1969, Johnny Cash earns a number one country single in Billboard magazine with “Daddy Sang Bass.” Written by Carl Perkins, it features vocal appearances by The Statler Brothers and The Carter Family

In 1970, Beatlesʹ last recording session occured at EMI studios.

In 1972, “The Concert For Bangladesh” album by George Harrison and Friends was certified Gold by the RIAA

U.S. 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1964, “Baby's Gone” by Gene Thomas peaked at number 84 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Chitty Chitty Bang Bang” by Paul Mauriat and His Orchestra peaked at number 76 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Cloud Nine” by The Temptations peaked at number 6 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Cold, Cold Winter” by Pixies Three peaked at number 79 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Coming Back To You” by Maxine Brown peaked at number 99 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “For Your Sweet Love” by The Cascades peaked at number 86 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “I Can't Help It (If I'm Still In Love With You)” by Al Martino peaked at number 97 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “I Have A Boyfriend” by The Chiffons peaked at number 36 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Just Ain't No Love” by Barbara Acklin peaked at number 67 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Kansas City” by Trini Lopez peaked at number 23 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Lo Mucho Que Te Quiero (The More I Love You)” by René and René peaked at number 14 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Malinda” by Bobby Taylor and The Vancouvers peaked at number 48 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Midnight Mary” by Joey Powers peaked at number 10 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “My Song” by Aretha Franklin peaked at number 31 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Papa's Got A Brand New Bag” by Otis Redding peaked at number 21 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Quicksand” by Martha Reeves and The Vandellas peaked at number 8 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Rockin' In The Same Old Boat” by Bobby 'Blue' Bland peaked at number 58 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Shout” by Chambers Brothers peaked at number 83 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Talk Back Trembling Lips” by Johnny Tillotson peaked at number 7 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “That Boy John” by The Raindrops peaked at number 64 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “The Cheer Leader” by Paul Petersen peaked at number 78 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “There! I've Said It Again” by Bobby Vinton peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “This Is My Country” by The Impressions peaked at number 25 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Too Weak To Fight” by Clarence Carter peaked at number 13 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Turn Around” by Dick and Deedee peaked at number 27 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Where Or When” by The Lettermen peaked at number 98 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1969, 🎃 “Season Of The Witch” by Vanilla Fudge peaked at number 52 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, 🎄🤣 “The Marvelous Toy” by Chad Mitchell Trio peaked at number 18 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, 😉🤣 “Louie, Louie” by The Kingsmen peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Bella Linda” by The Grass Roots peaked at number 14 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Chitty Chitty Bang Bang” by Paul Mauriat and His Orchestra peaked at number 75 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Cinnamon” by Johnny Cymbal (as Derek) peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Don't Pat Me On The Back and Call Me Brother” by Kasandra peaked at number 90 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Drip Drop” by Dion peaked at number 9 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Have You Heard” by The Duprees peaked at number 33 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “I Love How You Love Me” by Bobby Vinton peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Isn't It Lovely Together” by O.C. Smith peaked at number 35 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Kansas City” by Trini Lopez peaked at number 29 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Keep On Dancing” by Alvin Cash peaked at number 87 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Lo Mucho Que Te Quiero (The More I Love You)” by René and René peaked at number 15 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Love Machine” by O'Kaysions peaked at number 30 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Malinda” by Bobby Taylor and The Vancouvers peaked at number 59 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Move Over” by Bobby Curtola peaked at number 31 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Rockin' In The Same Old Boat” by Bobby 'Blue' Bland peaked at number 60 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Saturday Night At The World” by Mason Williams peaked at number 81 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Stewball” by Peter, Paul and Mary peaked at number 35 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “The Girl Most Likely” by Jeannie C. Riley peaked at number 34 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “The Nitty Gritty” by Shirley Ellis peaked at number 19 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Tra La La La Suzy” by Dean and Jean peaked at number 34 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Turn Around” by Dick and Deedee peaked at number 37 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “You Don't Have To Be A Baby To Cry” by The Caravelles peaked at number 14 on the Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1964, 🎄🤣 “Run Rudolph Run” by Chuck Berry peaked at number 36 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1969, 😉 “Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da” by Marmalade peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1969, 😉 “Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da” by The Bedrocks peaked at number 20 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Don't Forget To Catch Me” by Cliff Richard peaked at number 21 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Kiss Me Quick” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 14 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “On Mother Kelly's Doorstep” by Danny La Rue peaked at number 33 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Son Of A Preacher Man” by Dusty Springfield peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Toy” by The Casuals peaked at number 30 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Twenty Four Hours From Tulsa” by Gene Pitney peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1964, “I Want To Hold Your Hand” by The Beatles peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1969, 😉 “Chewy Chewy” by Ohio Express peaked at number 7 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Going Up The Country” by Canned Heat peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1969, “See Saw” by Aretha Franklin peaked at number 16 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Send Me A Postcard” by Shocking Blue peaked at number 10 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

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