In 1966, Gilliganʹs Island episode #59. “Ship Ahoax”. The Castaways begin to suffer from 'island madnessʹ due to the isolation. The Professor attempts to come up with a plan to lift everyoneʹs spirits.
In 1967, Wilt Chamberlain of Philadelphia shot 18-for-18 from the field against the Baltimore Bullets, an NBA record for field goals in a game without a miss.
In 1968, On the cover of TV Guide: “Joey Bishop”. Other Articles: Robert Vaughn, It Takes A Thief
In 1968, Pete Seeger was allowed to sing all six verses of his song, “Waist Deep in the Big Muddy” on the Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour. It was previously censored because it was critical of President Johnsonʹs Vietnam policy. A month later, Johnson decided not to run for office again. Seeger claimed his song influenced that decision.
In 1969, Johnny Cash recorded his second live album behind prison walls at San Quentin State Prison. The resulting album At San Quentin, contained his hit "A Boy Named Sue." During the concert, the song "San Quentin", about an inmate's loathing for the prison, received such an enthusiastic response that Cash immediately played an encore. The concert was also taped for television broadcast.
In 1969, On Dark Shadows, Barnabas found Maggie sewing in the drawing room, wearing the blue 19th century dress. When he called her by name she asked who he was and why he called her by that name.
In 1969, The Jimi Hendrix Experience performed its last British concert at Londonʹs Royal Albert Hall before breaking up.
In 1970, National Public Radio was founded.
In 1971, Janis Joplin received a gold record for her “Pearl” album. Joplin has died four months earlier.
In 1973, On the cover of TV Guide: “cast of M*A*S*H”. Other Articles: Barbra Streisand, Kate Jackson
In 1973, R.C., “Dancing In The Moonlight” by King Harvest peaked at #13 on the pop singles chart. This song was used in the cult film “Dracula Bites The Big Apple”.
In 1973, R.C., “Dueling Banjos” by Eric Weissberg and Steve Mandell peaked at number two on the pop singles chart; Martin Mull parodied it into “Dueling Tubas”.
In 1973, R.C., “Jambalaya (On The Bayou)” by The Blue Ridge Rangers (John Fogerty) peaked at #16 on the pop singles chart.
In 1973, R.C., “Jesus Is Just Alright” by Doobie Brothers peaked at #35 on the pop singles chart.
In 1973, “The Reasoner Report”, TV News, debut on ABC.
In 1973, TVʹS ALL IN THE FAMILY A swastika is painted on the Bunkersʹ front door, and the family finds itself being defended by a radical leader.
In 1964, "Crack in the World" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.
In 1965, "Love Has Many Faces" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.
In 1973, "The Blood Brothers" was released by Shaw Brothers Studio; Chang Cheh (director/screenplay); Ni Kuang (screenplay); David Chiang, Ti Lung, Chen Kuan Tai, Ching Li; Martial Arts
In 1973, 😉 “Jambalaya (On The Bayou)” by John Fogerty and The Blue Ridge Rangers peaked at number 16 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, ⛪ “Jesus Is Just Alright” by The Doobie Brothers peaked at number 35 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, ⛵ “Dancing In The Moonlight” by King Harvest peaked at number 13 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1968, “A Man Needs A Woman” by James Carr peaked at number 63 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1968, “A Million To One” by Five Stairsteps peaked at number 68 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Don't Burn Me” by Paul Kelly (soul) peaked at number 79 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Dreidel” by Don McLean peaked at number 21 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Happy” by Bobby Darin peaked at number 67 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Hey Little One” by Glen Campbell peaked at number 54 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1968, “I Wonder What She's Doing Tonight” by Tommy Boyce and Bobby Hart peaked at number 8 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Killing Me Softly With His Song” by Roberta Flack peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Looking For A Fox” by Clarence Carter peaked at number 62 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Love Is Blue” by Al Martino peaked at number 57 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Love Music” by The Raiders peaked at number 97 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Music! Music! Music!” by The Happenings peaked at number 96 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Palace Guard” by Ricky Nelson peaked at number 65 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Springfield Plane” by Kenny O'Dell peaked at number 94 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Theme From 'Valley Of The Dolls'” by Dionne Warwick peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1968, “This Is The Thanks I Get” by Barbara Lynn peaked at number 65 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1968, “To Each His Own” by Frankie Laine peaked at number 82 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1968, “We're A Winner” by The Impressions peaked at number 14 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, ⛪ “Jesus Is Just Alright” by The Doobie Brothers peaked at number 33 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1968, “1941” by Tom Northcott peaked at number 68 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Do You Want To Dance?” by Bette Midler peaked at number 18 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Houdini” by The Dream Machine peaked at number 59 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1973, “I'm Never Gonna Be Alone Anymore” by Cornelius Brothers and Sister Rose peaked at number 32 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Malayisha” by Miriam Makeba peaked at number 55 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Natalie” by Roby Rey peaked at number 54 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Oh, How It Hurts” by Barbara Mason peaked at number 56 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Same Old Obsession \ You Are What I Am” by Gordon Lightfoot peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Skip A Rope” by Henson Cargill peaked at number 17 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Some Velvet Morning” by Nancy Sinatra and Lee Hazlewood peaked at number 36 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Stop” by Howard Tate peaked at number 81 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Strawberry Shortcake” by Jay and The Techniques peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Tomorrow” by Strawberry Alarm Clock peaked at number 20 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Toyland” by The Alan Bown peaked at number 91 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Tweedle Dee” by Little Jimmy Osmond peaked at number 69 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1973, 😉 “Hocus Pocus” by Focus peaked at number 20 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Bend Me, Shape Me” by The American Breed peaked at number 24 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “How Could We Dare To Be Wrong” by Colin Blunstone peaked at number 45 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Looking Through The Eyes Of Love” by The Partridge Family peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Pictures Of Matchstick Men” by Status Quo peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Reelin' and Rockin'” by Chuck Berry peaked at number 18 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1968, “She Wears My Ring” by Solomon King peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Sylvia” by Focus peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Take Me Girl, I'm Ready” by Junior Walker and The All Stars peaked at number 16 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Take Me Home, Country Roads” by Olivia Newton-John peaked at number 15 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Today” by Sandie Shaw peaked at number 27 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Whisky In The Jar” by Thin Lizzy peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1973, ⛵ “You're So Vain” by Carly Simon peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Monterey” by Eric Burdon and The Animals peaked at number 9 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Summer Rain” by Johnny Rivers peaked at number 14 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Tin Soldier” by Small Faces peaked at number 3 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1973, 😉 “Long Haired Lover From Liverpool” by Little Jimmy Osmond peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1973, ⛵ “Daniel” by Elton John peaked at number 15 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1973, ⛵ “You're So Vain” by Carly Simon peaked at number 7 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Dreidel” by Don McLean peaked at number 18 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Hela kom met me mee ja!” by Theo and Marjan peaked at number 17 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Let Us Try” by Robert Long peaked at number 16 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Love Story” by Nino Tempo and April Stevens peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Mien waar is mijn feestneus” by Toon Hermans peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Walk Away Renée” by The Four Tops peaked at number 12 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1973, ⛵ “Crocodile Rock” by Elton John peaked at number 3 on the Norway pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Gudbuy T'Jane” by Slade peaked at number 4 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1968, “John Brown's Body” by The Lords peaked at number 10 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1968, “She's A Rainbow” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 3 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
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