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The Sunshine Datebook (1964-1973) for April 23

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In 1964, The live-action film “The Pink Panther” starring Peter Sellers as Jacques Clouseau (sort of a twisted take on the name of the undersea explorer Jacques Cousteau), premiered at the Radio City Music Hall.

In 1966, On the cover of TV Guide: “Andy Williams”. Other Articles: Wide World of Sports, Wackiest Ship

In 1966, R.C., “A Sign Of The Times” by Petula Clark peaked at #11 on the pop singles chart.

In 1966, R.C., “Secret Agent Man” by Johnny Rivers peaked at number three on the pop singles chart.

In 1966, R.C., “This Old Heart Of Mine (Is Weak For You)” by Isley Brothers peaked at #12 on the pop singles chart.

In 1966, The craze over the campy “Batman” TV series with Adam West brought the rerelease of the 1943 Columbia serial with the same title.

In 1968, First decimal coins issued in Britain (five and ten pence).

In 1968, On Dark Shadows, Angelique Bouchard Collins (Lara Parker) appeared to Barnabas Collins (Jonathan Frid) in a dream and told him that he could not escape her or her revenge. She warned him to beware of dreams, as that is the way the curse would return to him.

In 1969, R.C., “Get Back” by The Beatles peaked at number one on the United Kingdom pop singles chart and stayed there for six weeks.

In 1969, The famous Ash Grove club in Los Angeles, where Canned Heat and others played during their formative years, burned down…into ashes, or course.

In 1969, The Los Angeles Lakersʹ Jerry West scored 53 points, leading the Lakers in a 120-118 triumph over the Boston Celtics in the opening game of the NBA finals.

In 1970, “Spirit In The Sky” single by Norman Greenbaum was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1971, COVER OF “LIFE” JANE FONDA is pictured. The caption: “BUSY REBEL…PUSHER OF CAUSES”

In 1971, The Rolling Stones released “Sticky Fingers” LP, the first on Rolling Stones Records. Cover design is by Andy Warhol. Decca releases “Stone Age” LP.

In 1972, Jerry Lee Lewis was at #1 on the Billboard Country Singles chart with "Chantilly Lace." Written by Jerry Foster, Bill Rice, and The Big Bopper, who released the song in 1958, the song depicts one side of a flirting telephone conversation, with a young man talking about what he likes about his girlfriend.

In 1972, Two U.S. Apollo 16 astronauts blast off from the moon and rejoin command ship for journey back to Earth.

In 1971, "Sweet Sweetback's Baadasssss Song" was released by Cinemation Industries / Yeah, Inc.; Melvin Van Peebles (director/screenplay); Melvin Van Peebles, John Dullaghan, Rhetta Hughes, John Amos, Mario Van Peebles, Hubert Scales, Simon Chuckster, West Gale, Niva Rochelle, Nick Ferrari, Ed Rue, Lavelle Roby, Ted Hayden; Blaxploitation, Action, Crime, Thriller; Drama; Live Action

In 1973, "Messiah of Evil" was released by International Cine Film Corp. / V/M Productions; Willard Huyck, Gloria Katz (directors/screenplay); Michael Greer, Marianna Hill, Joy Bang, Anitra Ford, Royal Dano, Elisha Cook Jr., Charles Dierkop, Bennie Robinson, Walter Hill; Supernatural; Horror

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

In 1966, 😉 “Secret Agent Man” by Johnny Rivers peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “A Sign Of The Times” by Petula Clark peaked at number 11 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Bang Bang (My Baby Shot Me Down)” by Cher peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “I Hear Trumpets Blow” by The Tokens peaked at number 30 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “I Surrender” by Fontella Bass peaked at number 78 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Memories Are Made Of This” by The Drifters peaked at number 48 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “One Track Mind” by Knickerbockers peaked at number 46 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Pin The Tail On The Donkey” by Paul Peek peaked at number 91 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Please Don't Stop Loving Me” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 45 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “This Old Heart Of Mine (Is Weak For You)” by The Isley Brothers peaked at number 12 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “What Now My Love” by Herb Alpert and The Tijuana Brass peaked at number 24 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Young Love” by Lesley Gore peaked at number 50 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1966, 😉🤣 “Walkin' My Cat Named Dog” by Norma Tanega peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “3000 Miles” by Brian Hyland peaked at number 73 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “A Love Like Mine” by Dee and Yeomen peaked at number 27 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Daydream” by The Lovin' Spoonful peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Don't Push Me” by Hedgehoppers Anonymous peaked at number 69 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Hey Girl Go It Alone” by Big Town Boys peaked at number 7 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Hold Tight” by Dave Dee, Dozy, Beaky, Mick and Tich peaked at number 52 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry” by B.J. Thomas peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Little Latin Lupe Lu” by Mitch Ryder and The Detroit Wheels peaked at number 11 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Look What You're Doing” by The Bondsmen peaked at number 76 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Love Is Me, Love Is You” by Connie Francis peaked at number 62 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Think I'll Go Somewhere and Cry Myself To Sleep” by Al Martino peaked at number 15 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Time” by The Pozo-Seco Singers peaked at number 9 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Treat Me Alright” by The Reefers peaked at number 72 on the Canada pop singles chart.

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

In 1966, 😉 “I Put A Spell On You” by Alan Price Set peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “A Sign Of The Times” by Petula Clark peaked at number 49 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Don't Stop Lovin' Me Baby” by Pinkerton's Assorted Colours peaked at number 50 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Elusive Butterfly” by Val Doonican peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Homeward Bound” by Quiet Five peaked at number 44 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Together Again” by Ray Charles peaked at number 48 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1966, “Inside: Looking Out” by The Animals peaked at number 20 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1966, “The Cheater” by Bob Kuban and The In-Men peaked at number 4 on the Australian pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1966, “Woman” by Peter and Gordon peaked at number 15 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1966, “You're The Victor” by Q65 peaked at number 13 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Norway 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1966, “Barndomshemmet” by Sven-Ingvars peaked at number 11 on the Norway pop singles chart.

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