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In 1964, Walt Disneyʹs movie “The Misadventures Of Merlin Jones” opened in movie theaters.
In 1966, R.C., “Day Tripper” by The Beatles peaked at number five on the pop singles chart.
In 1966, R.C., “Lies” by The Knickerbockers peaked at #20 on the pop singles chart; it sounded like an early Beatle hit.
In 1966, R.C., “The Duck” by Jackie Lee peaked at #14 on the pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Rowan and Martinʹs Laugh-In,” a fast-paced collection of sketches, one-liners and blackouts, hosted by Dan Rowan and Dick Martin premiered on NBC-TV. It elevated the careers of giggly Goldie Hawn, comedian Arte Johnson, Lily Tomlin, Gary Owens, Henry Gibson, Judy Carne, JoAnne Worley, Ruth Buzzi, Alan Sues, among others. It also launched phrases like “you bet you bippy”, “sock it to me”, “Verrrry interesting”, and “here comes the judge” to pop culture. “And datʹs da truth…PLLLLLLLLLLL.” The TV show debuted from 'beautiful downtown Burbank' this night, following a successful pilot special in 1967. The weekly show, produced by George Schlatter, used 260 pages of jokes in each hour-long episode. The first 14 shows earned “Laugh-In” four Emmys; and you bet your bippy, it came with a number one Nielsen rating too and the show became the highest rated comedy series in TV history, making beautiful downtown Burbank a household name. “Look that up in your Funk and Wagnallʹs.”
In 1968, The NBA awarded expansion franchises to Milwaukee and Phoenix.
In 1969, Roy Campanella and Stan Musial were elected to baseball Hall of Fame.
In 1970, “Pat Paulsenʹs Half a Comedy Hour”, TV Variety; debut on ABC.
In 1970, The first regularly scheduled commercial flight of the Boeing 747 began in New York and ended in London some six and a-half hours later.
In 1971, In a Brady Bunch episode called “The Drummer Boy”, Los Angeles Ram lineman “Deacon” Jones guest stars as himself as he shows up at practice when Peter is razzed by his football team; Bobbyʹs interest in drumming drives the family out of the house. Peter is kidded by the team because heʹs in the choir until Los Angeles Rams lineman Deacon Jones shows up at practice.
In 1971, Joe Cocker and Leon Russellʹs film “Mad Dogs and Englishmen” opened at the Festival Palace in London. The movie chronicled life on the road with 36 musicians and spouses, hangers-on, significant others, dog, roadies, and engineers.
In 1971, John and Yoko record “Power to the People”.
In 1972, In an interview with Michael Watts of Melody Maker magazine, David Bowie admits “Iʹm gay and always have been, even when I was David Jones.” The interviewer however notes, “Thereʹs a sly jollity about how he says it, a secret smile at the corners of his mouth. He knows that in these times itʹs permissible to act like a male tart…He began wearing dresses, of whatever gender, two years ago, but he says he had done outrageous things before that were just not accepted by society.” Bowie says “Itʹs just so happened that in the past two years people have loosened up to the fact that there are bisexuals in the world — and — horrible fact — homosexuals…The important fact is that I donʹt have to drag up. I want to go on like this for long after the fashion has finished. Iʹm just a cosmic yob, I suppose. Iʹve always worn my own style of clothes. I design them. I designed this…I just donʹt like the clothes that you buy in shops. I donʹt wear dresses all the time, rather. I change every day. Iʹm not outrageous. Iʹm David Bowie.”
In 1972, Kevin Tighe and Randolph Mantooth play busy Los Angeles paramedics in NBCʹs “Emergency.” It also stars Robert Fuller, Julie London and Bobby Troup.
In 1972, On the cover of TV Guide: “cast of Mission: Impossible”. Other Articles: Nichols, Raymond Burr. The issue self-destructed after ten days.
In 1972, The number one selling album: is “AMERICAN PIE” from DON McLEAN begins a seven-week run as Americaʹs best selling LP
In 1973, In its Roe vs. Wade decision, the U.S. Supreme Court legalized abortions for the first six months of pregnancy, ruling states could not prohibit abortions during the first trimester, but could regulate the procedure during the second trimester to protect a womanʹs health. (The court struck down the trimester approach in June 1992, but ruled that women had a constitutional right to abortion. The court would overrule Roe v. Wade in 2022, in the decision Dobbs v. Jackson Womenʹs Health Organization.)
In 1973, Three to one underdog George Foreman won the world Heavyweight Boxing Championship by knocking out champion Joe Frazier six times in two rounds in the second round in Jamaica. This spoiled Muhammad Aliʹs bid to take his title back from Frazier, the man who beat him. This was HBOʹs first televised boxing match.
In 1964, "The Comedy of Terrors" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.
In 1964, "Zulu" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.
In 1966, “A Must To Avoid” by Herman's Hermits peaked at number 8 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Ain't Nobody Home” by B.B. King peaked at number 46 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Are You There (With Another Girl)” by Dionne Warwick peaked at number 39 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Day Tripper” by The Beatles peaked at number 5 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Get Back” by Roy Head and The Traits peaked at number 88 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Goodnight My Love” by Ben E. King peaked at number 91 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Hey Big Brother” by Rare Earth peaked at number 19 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “If I Could See The Light” by The 8th Day peaked at number 79 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “If You Gotta Make A Fool Of Somebody” by Maxine Brown peaked at number 63 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “It's One Of Those Nights (Yes Love)” by The Partridge Family peaked at number 20 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Just Like Me” by Paul Revere and The Raiders peaked at number 11 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Lies” by Knickerbockers peaked at number 20 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Look Through Any Window” by The Hollies peaked at number 32 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Love (Makes Me Do Foolish Things)” by Martha Reeves and The Vandellas peaked at number 70 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Love and Liberty” by Laura Lee peaked at number 94 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Rock and Roll Stew” by Traffic peaked at number 93 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Sandy” by Ronny and The Daytonas peaked at number 27 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Sugar Daddy” by The Jackson 5 peaked at number 10 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Thunderball” by Tom Jones peaked at number 25 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Way Back Home” by Junior Walker and The All Stars peaked at number 52 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Where The Sun Has Never Shone” by Jonathan King peaked at number 97 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “You Are Everything” by The Stylistics peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “You Didn't Have To Be So Nice” by The Lovin' Spoonful peaked at number 10 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “You Don't Know Like I Know” by Sam and Dave peaked at number 90 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “You Really Got A Hold On Me” by Gayle McCormick peaked at number 98 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, ⛪ “Hallelujah” by Sweathog peaked at number 15 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “American Pie” by Don McLean peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Broomstick Cowboy” by Bobby Goldsboro peaked at number 20 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “I Ain't Gonna Eat Out My Heart Anymore” by The Young Rascals peaked at number 23 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Me and Bobby McGee” by Jerry Lee Lewis peaked at number 50 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “My Boy” by Richard Harris peaked at number 38 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “No Good To Cry” by The Poppy Family peaked at number 8 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “No Matter What Shape (Your Stomach's In)” by The T-Bones peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “No Sad Songs” by Helen Reddy peaked at number 51 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “One Monkey Don't Stop No Show” by Honey Cone peaked at number 14 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Satin Pillows” by Bobby Vinton peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Take It Slow (Out In The Country)” by Lighthouse peaked at number 12 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Thunderball” by Tom Jones peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Uncle Jed” by Perth County Conspiracy peaked at number 76 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, ⛵ “A Horse With No Name” by America peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Bless You” by Martha Reeves and The Vandellas peaked at number 33 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Brand New Key” by Melanie peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Ebb Tide” by The Righteous Brothers peaked at number 48 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Festival Time” by San Remo Golden Strings peaked at number 39 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Give and Take” by The Pioneers peaked at number 35 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “I Just Can't Help Believing” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “I Stand Accused” by The Merseybeats peaked at number 38 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Jealous Heart” by Connie Francis peaked at number 44 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Keep On Running” by The Spencer Davis Group peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Let's Hang On” by The Four Seasons peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Midnight To Six Man” by The Pretty Things peaked at number 46 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “My Ship Is Coming In” by The Walker Brothers peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Take Me For What I'm Worth” by The Searchers peaked at number 20 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Take Me To Your Heart Again” by Vince Hill peaked at number 13 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “The Very Thought Of You” by Tony Bennett peaked at number 21 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Theme From 'The Onedin Line'” by Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra peaked at number 15 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Thunderball” by Tom Jones peaked at number 35 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Hi, Honey, Ho” by Daddy Cool peaked at number 16 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1966, “It's My Life” by The Animals peaked at number 10 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1966, “We Can Work It Out / Day Tripper” by The Beatles peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Yesterday Man” by Chris Andrews peaked at number 12 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1966, “You're The One” by Petula Clark peaked at number 4 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Des chansons pop” by Poppys peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Family Affair” by Sly and The Family Stone peaked at number 18 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1972, “George Jackson” by Bob Dylan peaked at number 11 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Het whiskylied” by De Paniekzaaiers peaked at number 29 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Keep On Running” by The Spencer Davis Group peaked at number 7 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Marmor, Stein und Eisen bricht” by Drafi Deutscher and His Magics peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1972, “No Matter How I Try” by Gilbert O'Sullivan peaked at number 17 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Vrede” by Ben Cramer peaked at number 22 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Wasted Words” by The Motions peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
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