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The Sunshine Datebook (1964-1973) for January 18

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In 1964, R.C., “Drag City” by Jan and Dean peaked at number ten on the pop singles chart.

In 1964, R.C., “The Marvelous Toy” by The Chad Mitchell Trio peaked at #43 on the pop singles chart.

In 1964, The Beatles entered the Billboard U.S. singles chart for the first time with “I Want To Hold Your Hand” at #45, just ten days after its release, making it the fastest-breaking and the fastest selling single in Capitol Records history.

In 1968, On Another World, Rachel (Robin Strasser) gave Ada (Constance Ford) some money and told her to take Mary (Virginia Dwyer) out to lunch instead of bringing her to their shabby apartment.

In 1968, The first Red Lobster restaurant opened in Lakeland, Florida. (correct date, March 22 was incorrect).

In 1969, Pete Best won his defamation suit against the Beatles, but was awarded considerably less than the $8 million he sought. He thought $8M was enough for a suit!

In 1969, Pulsars were first identified by University of Arizona astronomers.

In 1969, Thru January 26, Southern California: floods and mudslides from heavy rains aused widespread property damage; at least 100 dead. Another downpour (Feb. 23-26) caused further floods and mudslides; at least 18 dead.

In 1969, Albums released this week include the Beatlesʹ “Yellow Submarine” on Apple Records; Tommy James and the Shondellsʹ “Crimson and Clover” on Roulette; Creedance Clearwater Revivalʹs “Bayou Country” on Fantasy and the self-titled LP by Blood, Sweat and Tears on Columbia.

In 1971, NEW ON DAYTIME TV “THE REEL GAME” debuts on ABC, hosted by JACK BARRY

In 1973, John Cleeseʹs final episode on Monty Pythonʹs Flying Circus on BBC.

In 1973, On The Doctors, Martha Allen (Sally Gracie) visited her friend, Dr. Hank Iverson (Palmer Deane), at the hospital. Hank, working on the mobile unit, had been shot by a drug addict and was longing for his former love, a nurse turned chanteuse, Lauri James (Marie Thomas).

In 1973, Pink Floyd began recording “Dark Side of the Moon,” which would become the longest-charting album in Billboard history. It was on the chart for more than 14 consecutive years. It sold more than five million copies.

In 1973, “Donʹt Shoot Me Iʹm Only The Piano Player” album by Elton John was released

In 1973, “Super Fly” single by Curtis Mayfield was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1967, "Born Losers" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 1967, "Come Spy with Me" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 1967, "The Venetian Affair" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 1967, "Warning Shot" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 1968, "Spider Baby" was released by Lasky-Monka Productions; Jack Hill (director); Lon Chaney Jr., Carol Ohmart, Quinn K. Redeker; Comedy; Horror

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

In 1964, 🎄🤣 “The Marvelous Toy” by Chad Mitchell Trio peaked at number 43 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, 😉 “Drag City” by Jan and Dean peaked at number 10 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, 😉 “Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da” by Arthur Conley peaked at number 51 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Bella Linda” by The Grass Roots peaked at number 28 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Charade” by Andy Williams peaked at number 100 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Deep In The Heart Of Harlem” by Clyde McPhatter peaked at number 90 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Forget Him” by Bobby Rydell peaked at number 4 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “If Somebody Told You” by Anna King peaked at number 67 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Judy Loves Me” by Johnny Crawford peaked at number 95 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Kay” by John Wesley Ryles peaked at number 83 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Need To Belong” by Jerry Butler peaked at number 31 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Since I Found A New Love” by Little Johnny Taylor peaked at number 78 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Snap Your Fingers” by Barbara Lewis peaked at number 71 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Son Of A Preacher Man” by Dusty Springfield peaked at number 10 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Soulful Strut” by Young Holt Unlimited peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “That Lucky Old Sun” by Ray Charles peaked at number 20 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Today's Teardrops” by Ricky Nelson peaked at number 54 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Tra La La La Suzy” by Dean and Jean peaked at number 35 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “We Belong Together” by Jimmy Velvet peaked at number 75 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Whispering” by Nino Tempo and April Stevens peaked at number 11 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1969, 😉🤣 “Theme From 'The Banana Splits Adventure Hour' or The Tra La La Song (One Banana, Two Banana)” by The Banana Splits peaked at number 94 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “As Usual” by Brenda Lee peaked at number 11 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Early Morning Blues and Greens” by Sue Raney peaked at number 85 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Hooked On A Feeling” by B.J. Thomas peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “I Can't Help It (If I'm Still In Love With You)” by Al Martino peaked at number 81 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “I Can't Stop Talking About You” by Steve Lawrence and Eydie Gormé peaked at number 30 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “I Have A Boyfriend” by The Chiffons peaked at number 32 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “I Started A Joke” by The Bee Gees peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “I'm Gonna Make You Love Me” by Diana Ross, The Supremes and The Temptations peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “I'm Lookin' For Someone To Love Me” by Bobby Vee peaked at number 84 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “If I Had Time” by Nick DeCaro peaked at number 68 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Kay” by John Wesley Ryles peaked at number 88 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Nobody” by Three Dog Night peaked at number 60 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Out Of Limits” by The Marketts peaked at number 5 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Quicksand” by Martha Reeves and The Vandellas peaked at number 38 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Release Me” by Johnny Adams peaked at number 83 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Shake A Poo Poo” by Chet Poison Ivey peaked at number 93 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “She's A Lady” by John Sebastian peaked at number 46 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Son Of A Preacher Man” by Dusty Springfield peaked at number 11 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “There! I've Said It Again” by Bobby Vinton peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “This Is My Country” by The Impressions peaked at number 23 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Tit For Tat” by James Brown peaked at number 58 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Untie Me” by James and Bobby Purify peaked at number 95 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Vance” by Roger Miller peaked at number 40 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “You Got Soul” by Johnny Nash peaked at number 37 on the Canada pop singles chart.

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

In 1964, “Do You Want Me To” by The Four Pennies peaked at number 47 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Glad All Over” by The Dave Clark Five peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Something's Happening” by Herman's Hermits peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Soul Limbo” by Booker T. and The M.G.'s peaked at number 30 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Stay” by The Hollies peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Swingin' On A Star” by Big Dee Irwin and Little Eva peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “There! I've Said It Again” by Bobby Vinton peaked at number 34 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1969, “Going Up The Country” by Canned Heat peaked at number 2 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Magic Carpet Ride” by Steppenwolf peaked at number 8 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Not Enough Indians” by Dean Martin peaked at number 17 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1964, “The Crusher” by The Atlantics peaked at number 7 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1964, “The White Rabbit” by Peter Poa peaked at number 19 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Twenty Four Hours From Tulsa” by Gene Pitney peaked at number 3 on the Australian pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1969, 😉 “Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da” by Marmalade peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1969, 😉🤣 “Lily The Pink” by The Scaffold peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1964, “She Loves You” by The Beatles peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Austria 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1969, “Geh' Alte schau' mi net so teppert an” by 3 Mecky's peaked at number 17 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Heidschi Bumbeidschi” by Heintje peaked at number 5 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Hip Hip Hooray” by The Troggs peaked at number 14 on the Austria pop singles chart.

Norway 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1969, “Rain and Tears” by Aphrodite's Child peaked at number 2 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1964, “She Loves You” by The Beatles peaked at number 1 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Twist and Shout” by The Beatles peaked at number 7 on the Norway pop singles chart.

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