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In 1965, “The American Sportsman”, TV Sports, debut on ABC.
In 1965, TVʹs “For The People” debuts. Do you remember this series, the one WILLIAM SHATNER did just prior to “STAR TREK”?? He played a New York prosecuting attorney named DAVID KOSTER…But the show barely lasted 13 episodes, leaving the air in early May. (Imagine, if this show has been a winner, someone else would have been cast as JAMES TT. KIRK).
In 1966, Soviets launch Luna Nine, which makes the first successful soft landing on the moon.
In 1967, Wilson Pickett sang “Mustang Sally” and The Rascalls sang “Iʹve Been Lonely Too Long” on TVʹs “Where The Action Is”.
In 1968, On Dark Shadows, Barnabas (Jonathan Frid) was furious to awaken again as a vampire. Ben (Thayer David) had promised to drive a stake through Barnabas' heart, but couldn't go through with it. Ben explained that he was prevented by the witch, Angelique (Lara Parker), from keeping his word.
In 1968, “Bend Me, Shape Me” single by The American Breed was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1968, “Judy In Disguise With Glasses” single by John Fred and The Playboys was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1969, Singer Bobby Darin walked off TVʹs “The Jackie Gleason Show” after not being allowed to sing “Long Line Rider.”
In 1969, “Felony Squad”, TV Crime Drama; last aired on ABC.
In 1969, “Operation Entertainment”, TV Variety; last aired on ABC.
In 1969, LED ZEPPELIN IN NEW YORK Their first U.S. tour brings them to THE FILLMORE EAST
In 1970, Credence Clearwater Revival film a television special.
In 1970, On the cover of TV Guide: “Debbie Reynolds”. Other Articles: Room 222, Bold Ones
In 1970, R.C., “I Want You Back” by Jackson Five peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.
In 1970, R.C., “Whole Lotta Love” by Led Zeppelin peaked at number four on the pop singles chart; it was parodied with kazoos later on.
In 1971, R.C., “My Sweet Lord” by George Harrison peaked at number one on the United Kingdom pop singles chart and stayed there for five weeks.
In 1972, Joan Baez claims a gold record for her album “Any Day Now,” which was made up solely of songs by Bob Dylan. The LP went gold three years after its release.
In 1972, COVER OF TIME FLIP WILSON “TVʹs First Black Superstar”
In 1972, READING ABOUT NILSSON “NEWSWEEK” profiles the 'Pop Pagliacci', and his “NILSSON SCHMILLSON” album
In 1972, READING ABOUT PAUL SIMON “TIME” reviews his first solo album, and notes -quote- “it manages to sound the heavy and incisive rhythms of rock without the usual buzz and blast”
In 1973, "Shamus" was released by Columbia Pictures / Robert M. Weitman Productions; Buzz Kulik (director); Barry Beckerman (screenplay); Burt Reynolds, Dyan Cannon, John Ryan, Joe Santos, Giorgio Tozzi, Ron Weyand, Larry Block, Beeson Carroll, Kevin Conway, John Glover, Mickey Freeman, Tommy Lane, Ric Mancini, Frank Sivero, Alex Stevens; Comedy; Thriller
In 1973, "Steelyard Blues" was released by Warner Bros.; Alan Myerson (director); David S. Ward (screenplay); Donald Sutherland, Jane Fonda, Peter Boyle, Howard Hesseman, John Savage, Mel Stewart, Roger Bowen, Garry Goodrow, Richard Schaal, Morgan Upton, Jessica Myerson, Dan Morrows, Nancy Fish, Lynette Bernay, Edward Greenberg; Comedy; Crime
In 1970, “Bold Soul Sister” by Ike and Tina Turner peaked at number 59 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Compared To What” by Les McCann With Eddie Harris peaked at number 85 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Country Preacher” by Cannonball Adderley peaked at number 86 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Don't Cry Daddy” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 6 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Early In The Morning” by Vanity Fare peaked at number 12 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “I Want You Back” by The Jackson 5 peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “I'll See Him Through” by Tammy Wynette peaked at number 100 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Look-Ka-Py-Py” by Meters peaked at number 56 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Shades Of Green” by Flaming Ember peaked at number 88 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Traces/Memories Medley” by The Lettermen peaked at number 47 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Whole Lotta Love” by Led Zeppelin peaked at number 4 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Winter World Of Love” by Engelbert Humperdinck peaked at number 16 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Without Love (There Is Nothing)” by Tom Jones peaked at number 5 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Cat Woman” by Abaco Dream peaked at number 66 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Don't Cry Daddy” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Early In The Morning” by Vanity Fare peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Guess Who” by Ruby Winters peaked at number 63 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Mr. Limousine Driver” by Grand Funk Railroad peaked at number 92 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Point It Out” by Smokey Robinson and The Miracles peaked at number 38 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, “She Came In Through The Bathroom Window” by Joe Cocker peaked at number 31 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, “She's Ready” by Spiral Starecase peaked at number 50 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, “St. Louis” by The Easybeats peaked at number 57 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, “The Gangs Back Again” by Kool and The Gang peaked at number 68 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Tonight I'll Say A Prayer” by Eydie Gormé peaked at number 39 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Venus” by Shocking Blue peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Friends” by Arrival peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Let It All Hang Out” by Jonathan King peaked at number 26 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Love Grows (Where My Rosemary Goes)” by Edison Lighthouse peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Rub A Dub Dub” by The Equals peaked at number 34 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Reflections Of My Life” by Marmalade peaked at number 9 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Someday We'll Be Together” by Diana Ross and The Supremes peaked at number 19 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Thanks” by J. Vincent Edwards peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Ruby, Don't Take Your Love To Town” by Kenny Rogers and The First Edition peaked at number 9 on the Norway pop singles chart.
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