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In 1966, “Tammy”, TV Comedy; last aired on ABC.
In 1967, On the cover of TV Guide: “Lucille Ball”. Other Articles: Coronet Blue, Star Trek
In 1967, R.C., “Ainʹt No Mountain High Enough” by Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell peaked at #19 on the pop singles chart.
In 1967, R.C., “Airplane Song (My Airplane)” by The Royal Guardsmen peaked at #46 on the pop singles chart.
In 1967, MORE POPULAR OVERSEAS THAN AT HOME “THEME FROM THE MONKEES” becomes the number one hit song in Norway. It will later match that feat in Australia. (It was never released as a single in the U.S.)
In 1968, The Agnes Nixon daytime soap opera One Life to Live premiered on ABC. The original planned title for the series was Between Heaven and Hell. This was still the plan as of late April, and Don Wallace was expected to be the executive producer. The original cast included Ernest Graves as Victor Lord, Paul Tulley as Dr. Larry Wolek, Trish Van Devere as Meredith Lord, Gillian Spencer as Victoria Lord, Antony Ponzini as Vince Wolek, Doris Belack as Anna Wolek, Ellen Holly as Carla Benari (Gray), Lee Patterson as Joe Riley, Niki Flacks as Karen Martin, Terry Logan as Dr. Ted Hale, Allan Miller as Dave Siegel, Lillian Hayman as Sadie Gray, Donald Moffat as Dr. Marcus Polk, Thalmus Rasulala as Lt. Jack Neal, Patricia Roe as Eileen Siegel, and Thurman Scott as Dr. Price Trainor. One Life to Live aired on ABC until January 13, 2012. It premiered online via Prospect Park's The OnLine Network on April 29, 2013, and ran for one season before being canceled again. In its 45-year run, the television series racked up dozens of Daytime Emmy Awards, including six for actress Erika Slezak. Itʹs also the birthdate of Phillip Carey, one of the later stars of the show, also known as “Granny Goose” in the chip ads at the time. One notable star who became much bigger after she left the soaps is Yasmine Bleeth, who was barely a month old when it premiered. ABC viewers learn that the citizens of steamy suburb of Llanview only have “One Life To Live,” not that this will ever prevent any character from mysteriously returning from the dead.
In 1968, ITʹS HAPPENING Weekday version of “HAPPENING '68” — hosted by Paul Revere and Mark Lindsay — would run on ABC through the end of October.
In 1970, The 1968 movie “Yellow Submarine” opened in movie theaters in Portugal.
In 1970, “Cosmoʹs Factory” album by Creedence Clearwater Revival was released
In 1970, “The Smothers Brothers Summer Show”, TV Variety, debut on ABC.
In 1970, AT THE MOVIES Disneyʹs “THE BOATNIKS” (Robert Morse, Stefanie Powers, Phil Silvers)
In 1970, BIG HITS THIS WEEK IN ENGLAND “IN THE SUMMERTIME” (Mungo Jerry), “ALL RIGHT NOW” (Free), “YELLOW RIVER” (Christie)
In 1972, Elton John landed at the top spot on the “Billboard” album chart for the first time as, “Honky Chateau”, made it to the top for a five-week stay.
In 1972, Ken Berryʹs “Wow” show began the summer replacement thing on ABC. The variety show only lasts a month (make that “Ow”), but regulars include young actors Teri Garr, Steve Martin and Cheryl Stoppelmoor, who became better known as Cheryl Ladd.
In 1972, On the cover of TV Guide: “David Cassidy of Partridge Family”. Other Articles: Curt Gowdy, British TV violence
In 1972, R.C., “Rocket Man” by Elton John peaked at number six on the pop singles chart.
In 1970, "Joe" was released by Cannon Group; John G. Avildsen (director); Norman Wexler (screenplay); Peter Boyle, Dennis Patrick, Audrey Caire, Susan Sarandon, K Callan, Marlene Warfield, Patrick McDermott; Drama
In 1970, "The Revolutionary" was released by United Artists; Paul Williams (director); Hans Koning (screenplay); Jon Voight, Seymour Cassel, Robert Duvall, Jennifer Salt, Collin Wilcox, Alan Tilvern, Lionel Murton, Jeffrey Jones; Political; Drama
In 1971, "Vampyros Lesbos" was released by Fénix Films / CCC Telecine Film; Jesús Franco (director/screenplay); Jaime Chávarri (screenplay); Soledad Miranda, Ewa Strömberg, Dennis Price, Paul Müller, Jesús Franco, Andrea Montchal, Heidrun Kussin, Michael Berling, Beni Cardoso, José Martínez Blanco; Erotic; Horror; Live Action
In 1972, ⛵ “Rocket Man (I Think It's Going To Be A Long, Long Time)” by Elton John peaked at number 6 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Ain't No Mountain High Enough” by Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell peaked at number 19 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Brown Eyed Girl” by El Chicano peaked at number 45 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “C'mon Marianne” by The Four Seasons peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Don't Blame The Children” by Sammy Davis, Jr. peaked at number 37 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Give Me Time” by Dusty Springfield peaked at number 76 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Here We Go Again” by Ray Charles peaked at number 15 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “I Could Be So Happy” by Magnificent Men peaked at number 93 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “I Wanna Be Where You Are” by Michael Jackson peaked at number 16 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “I'll Do It For You” by Toussaint McCall peaked at number 77 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “In A Broken Dream” by Python Lee Jackson With Rod Stewart peaked at number 56 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Men Of Learning” by Vigrass and Osborne peaked at number 65 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Mother Nature” by The Temptations peaked at number 92 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Mr. Pleasant” by The Kinks peaked at number 80 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Omaha” by Moby Grape peaked at number 88 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Society's Child” by Janis Ian peaked at number 14 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Soothe Me” by Sam and Dave peaked at number 56 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Step Out Of Your Mind” by The American Breed peaked at number 24 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Too Late To Turn Back Now” by Cornelius Brothers and Sister Rose peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Too Young” by Donny Osmond peaked at number 13 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “What Am I Living For” by Percy Sledge peaked at number 91 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, 😉 “Mary Had A Little Lamb” by Paul McCartney and Wings peaked at number 41 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, 😉🤣 “Troglodyte (Cave Man)” by The Jimmy Castor Bunch peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Can't Take My Eyes Off You” by Frankie Valli peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Don't Blame The Children” by Sammy Davis, Jr. peaked at number 33 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “For Your Precious Love” by Oscar Toney, Jr. peaked at number 19 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “How Can I Be Sure” by David Cassidy peaked at number 22 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “I Need You” by America peaked at number 5 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “I'll Always Have Faith In You” by Carla Thomas peaked at number 79 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Loosen Up” by Christopher Kearney peaked at number 80 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Mary In The Morning” by Al Martino peaked at number 35 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Masquerade” by Edward Bear peaked at number 7 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Now I Know” by Jack Jones peaked at number 72 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “People Make The World Go Round” by The Stylistics peaked at number 34 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Shake, Rattle and Roll” by Arthur Conley peaked at number 39 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “The Tracks Of My Tears” by Johnny Rivers peaked at number 8 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “We're Free” by Beverly Bremers peaked at number 42 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “We're On Our Way” by Chris Hodge peaked at number 25 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Windy” by The Association peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Woman Like That, Yeah” by Joe Tex peaked at number 52 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “You Must Have Been A Beautiful Baby” by The Dave Clark Five peaked at number 37 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “I've Been Lonely For So Long” by Frederick Knight peaked at number 22 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “If I Were A Rich Man” by Topol peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Respect” by Aretha Franklin peaked at number 10 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Shake” by Otis Redding peaked at number 28 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Strange Brew” by Cream peaked at number 17 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “A Whiter Shade Of Pale” by Procol Harum peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Alone Again (Naturally)” by Gilbert O'Sullivan peaked at number 2 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Creeque Alley” by The Mamas and The Papas peaked at number 4 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Beestjes...” by Ronnie en The Ronnies peaked at number 12 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Margrietje (De rozen zullen bloeien)” by Louis Neefs peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Okay!” by Dave Dee, Dozy, Beaky, Mick and Tich peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Puppy Love” by Donny Osmond peaked at number 19 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Strange Brew” by Cream peaked at number 18 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Summertime” by The Zombies peaked at number 28 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1967, “The Wind Cries Mary” by The Jimi Hendrix Experience peaked at number 6 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Inch' Allah” by Adamo peaked at number 11 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Kilimandjaro” by Pascal Danel peaked at number 6 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1967, “The Wind Cries Mary” by The Jimi Hendrix Experience peaked at number 18 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1967, “There's A Kind Of Hush (All Over The World)” by Herman's Hermits peaked at number 19 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Cento campane” by Stein Ingebrigtsen peaked at number 1 on the Norway pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Iron Horse” by Christie peaked at number 10 on the Norway pop singles chart.
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