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In 1964, On the cover of TV Guide: “Petticoat Junction Girls”. Other Articles: Jonathan Winters
In 1964, Putting up an award of $1,000 to anyone who could find “suggestive” language in the song “Louie, Louie,” music publisher Max Firetag denied Indiana governor Matt Welshʹs claim that the song was “pornographic.”
In 1964, R.C., “Harlem Shuffle” by Bob and Earl peaked at #44 on the pop singles chart.
In 1964, R.C., “Hey Little Cobra” by The Rip Chords peaked at number four on the pop singles chart.
In 1964, R.C., “Um, Um, Um, Um, Um, Um” by Major Lance peaked at number five on the pop singles chart.
In 1964, The Beatles rehearsed for the Ed Sullivan Show performance, at the CBS Studios, New York.
In 1964, After seven years on ABC-TV (and four more before that as a local show), DICK CLARK relocates from Philadelphia to L.A…reflecting the shifting influence within the music business. First guest stars from the West Coast: JACKIE DeSHANNON (“WHEN YOU WALK INTO THE ROOM”) and DICK and DEE DEE. Coincidentally, The change occurs on the weekend the Beatles arrive in America.
In 1965, P.J. Proby was banned from U.S. TVʹs top-rated Shindig show when producers read reports of the singerʹs repeated onstage trouser-splitting exploits in Britian.
In 1965, The Supremesʹ record “Stop! In the Name of Love!” was released by Motown.
In 1965, Britain bans cigarette advertising on TV
In 1967, Riddle me this, “Batman” why is John Astin playing the “Riddler” in tonightʹs episode? Frank Gorshin couldnʹt get out of a nightclub date. “Batmanʹs Anniversary” starts with the dynamic duo answering the bat-signal for surprise party thrown by Commissioner Gordon and ends in cliffhanger with them trapped in a gigantic three-story cake filled with gasp…quicksand.
In 1968, The science-fiction film “Planet of the Apes,” starring Charlton Heston, had its world premiere in New York. It went into general release the following April. Also starring in monkey makeup Roddy McDowall, Kim Hunter, and Maurice Evans.
In 1968, HOT NEW MOVIE: “PLANET OF THE APES” Sci-fi movie hit starring CHARLTON HESTON opens, set in the year 3987
In 1968, TVʹS HOLLYWOOD PALACE Musical Guest: JAMES BROWN (“COLD SWEAT”, “I GOT YOU (I FEEL GOOD)”, “I CANʹT STAND IT”, “IF I RULED THE WORLD”)
In 1969, After the demise of Cream, former member Eric Clapton, Steve Winwood late of Traffic, drummer Ginger Baker, and former Family bassist Ric Grech form the rock group Blind Faith.
In 1969, Doctors at Londonʹs University College Hospital removed George Harrisonʹs tonsils and, fearing that they might be auctioned off, destroyed them.
In 1969, Meteorite weighing over one ton is recovered in Chihuahua, Mexico.
In 1969, R.C., “Bubble Gum Music” by Rock and Roll Double Bubble peaked at #74 on the pop singles chart.
In 1969, R.C., “Hang 'Em High” by Booker T. and The M.G.'s peaked at number nine on the pop singles chart.
In 1969, R.C., “The Tra La La Song (One Banana, Two Banana)” by The Banana Splits peaked at #96 on the pop singles chart.
In 1969, The last issue of the “Saturday Evening Post” was published on this day, ending a magazine tradition that began in 1821.
In 1969, Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to purchase TV Guide on this day featuring, on the cover, the cast of “Mission: Impossible” featuring the stars Peter Lupus, Greg Morris, Peter Graves, Barbara Bain, Martin Landau. This entry will self-destruct in ten seconds. Good luck, Mr. Phelps.
In 1970, Gordie Howe becomes the first NHL player to score 750 goals. Howe gets the milestone by beating Philadelphia Flyers goalie Bernie Parent 3:10 into the third period, but the Red Wings lose 5-3 at Detroitʹs Olympia Stadium.
In 1971, NASDAQ, the worldʹs first electronic stock exchange, held its first trading day.
In 1972, Frank Zappaʹs concert at Londonʹs Royal Albert Hall was canceled because of “obscene lyrics” in the score of “200 Motels.”
In 1972, Two years after the Beatles broke up, the groupʹs official fan club went out of business.
In 1973, Carly Simon is awarded a gold record for her single “Youʹre So Vain,” the only number one song of her career. Many speculate as to the identity of the songʹs subject. Many assume itʹs Mick Jagger, whose voice can be clearly heard singing behind Simon in the chorus. However, it turns out that the subject is actor Warren Beatty.
In 1973, TVʹS FLIP WILSON SHOW Musical Guest: HELEN REDDY (“I AM WOMAN”)
In 1968, "Blackbeard's Ghost" was released by Walt Disney Productions; Robert Stevenson (director); Peter Ustinov, Dean Jones, Suzanne Pleshette; Comedy; Fantasy
In 1968, "Sweet November" was released by Warner Bros.; Robert Ellis Miller (director); Sandy Dennis, Anthony Newley, Theodore Bikel; Comedy; Romantic
In 1973, "The Harder They Come" was released by New World Pictures / International Films Inc.; Perry Henzell (director/screenplay); Trevor D. Rhone (screenplay); Jimmy Cliff, Carl Bradshaw, Ras Daniel Heartman, Winston Stona, Leslie Kong, Prince Buster, Clover Lewis, Ed "Bim" Lewis, Aston "Bam" Wynter, Alton Ellis, Janet Bartley, Basil Keane, Elijah Chambers, Bob Charlton, Volier Johnson, Lucia White, Beverly Anderson, Bobby Loban, Joanne Dunn, Adrian Robinson, Don Topping, Karl Leslie, Sandra Redwood, Ulla Fraser, Carol Lawes; Crime
In 1964, 😉 “Harlem Shuffle” by Bob and Earl peaked at number 44 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
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 96 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “(I'm Watching) Every Little Move You Make” by Little Peggy March peaked at number 84 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Ask Me” by Inez Foxx peaked at number 91 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Baby What You Want Me To Do” by Etta James peaked at number 82 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “California Soul” by The 5th Dimension peaked at number 25 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Comin' In The Back Door” by Baja Marimba Band peaked at number 41 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Condition Red” by Goodees peaked at number 46 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Daisy Petal Pickin'” by Jimmy Gilmer and The Fireballs peaked at number 15 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Getting The Corners” by T.S.U. Tornadoes peaked at number 75 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Hang 'Em High” by Booker T. and The M.G.'s peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Here's A Heart” by Diplomats peaked at number 89 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Hey Little Cobra” by The Rip Chords peaked at number 4 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Home Cookin'” by Junior Walker and The All Stars peaked at number 42 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Hooka Tooka” by Chubby Checker peaked at number 17 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “I Can't Stop Talking About You” by Steve Lawrence and Eydie Gormé peaked at number 35 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “I Started A Joke” by The Bee Gees peaked at number 6 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “If It Wasn't For Bad Luck” by Ray Charles peaked at number 77 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “It's No Sin” by The Duprees peaked at number 74 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Little Boy” by The Crystals peaked at number 92 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Me About You” by The Lovin' Spoonful peaked at number 91 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “My World Is Empty Without You” by José Feliciano peaked at number 87 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Pain In My Heart” by Otis Redding peaked at number 61 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Purple Haze” by Dion peaked at number 63 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Riot” by Hugh Masekela peaked at number 55 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “River Deep, Mountain High” by Deep Purple peaked at number 53 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Stranger In Your Arms” by Bobby Vee peaked at number 83 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Talking About My Baby” by The Impressions peaked at number 12 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Tell Him” by Drew-Vels peaked at number 90 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “The Beginning Of My End” by Unifics peaked at number 36 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “The Carroll County Accident” by Porter Wagoner peaked at number 92 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “The Grooviest Girl In The World” by Fun and Games peaked at number 78 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Um, Um, Um, Um, Um, Um” by Major Lance peaked at number 5 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “You'll Never Walk Alone” by Patti LaBelle peaked at number 34 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “A Minute Of Your Time” by Tom Jones peaked at number 17 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Almost Persuaded” by Etta James peaked at number 71 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Condition Red” by Goodees peaked at number 14 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1964, “For You” by Ricky Nelson peaked at number 12 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Girls Grow Up Faster Than Boys” by The Cookies peaked at number 20 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Hang 'Em High” by Booker T. and The M.G.'s peaked at number 13 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Here Comes The Rain” by Leapy Lee peaked at number 62 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Home Cookin'” by Junior Walker and The All Stars peaked at number 44 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “I'm Gonna Hold On Long As I Can” by The Marvelettes peaked at number 58 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “I'm In Love With You” by Kasenetz-Katz Singing Orchestral Circus peaked at number 66 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “I've Gotta Be Me” by Sammy Davis, Jr. peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1964, “In The Summer Of His Years” by Connie Francis peaked at number 21 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Pink Dominoes” by The Crescents peaked at number 26 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Someday Soon” by Judy Collins peaked at number 37 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “The Grooviest Girl In The World” by Fun and Games peaked at number 52 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Tommy's Girl” by The Visions peaked at number 31 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Touch Me” by The Doors peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1964, “You Don't Own Me” by Lesley Gore peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, 😉 “I Put A Spell On You” by Nina Simone peaked at number 28 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “As Usual” by Brenda Lee peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Blackberry Way” by The Move peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Dancing In The Street” by Martha Reeves and The Vandellas peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “I'm In Love” by The Fourmost peaked at number 17 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “I'm The One” by Gerry and The Pacemakers peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Mrs. Robinson (EP)” by Simon and Garfunkel peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “People” by The Tymes peaked at number 16 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Ring Of Fire” by Eric Burdon and The Animals peaked at number 35 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “To Love Somebody” by Nina Simone peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Whispering” by Nino Tempo and April Stevens peaked at number 20 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “You Got Soul” by Johnny Nash peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Daisy Petal Pickin'” by Jimmy Gilmer and The Fireballs peaked at number 5 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Son Of A Preacher Man” by Dusty Springfield peaked at number 6 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1964, “There! I've Said It Again” by Bobby Vinton peaked at number 13 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1969, “I Started A Joke” by The Bee Gees peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1964, “I Want To Hold Your Hand” by The Beatles peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Toy” by The Casuals peaked at number 13 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Build Me Up Buttercup” by The Foundations peaked at number 3 on the Norway pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Glad All Over” by The Dave Clark Five peaked at number 3 on the Norway pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Maria Elena” by Los Indios Tabajaras peaked at number 7 on the Norway pop singles chart.
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