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The Sunshine Generation Datebook (1964-1973) for October 21

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In 1964, The U.S. Supreme Court declines to review a lower courtʹs decision that there had been no copyright infringement on the songs of Irving Berlin, which were parodied in “Mad” magazine.

In 1965, The Kingsmen appear on “Shindig!” performing “Louie Louie,” along with the Dave Clark Five.

In 1967, R.C., “How Can I Be Sure” by The Young Rascals peaked at number four on the pop singles chart.

In 1967, R.C., “Rock ʹNʹ Roll Woman” by The Buffalo Springfield peaked at #44 on the pop singles chart.

In 1967, R.C., “To Sir With Love” by Lulu peaked at number one on the pop singles chart and stayed there for five weeks.

In 1969, Paul McCartney denied rumors that heʹs six feet under. The bogus tale began when a Detroit disc jockey played a Beatles tune backward, which produced what sounded like voices chanting, “Paul is dead.”

In 1969, Beat poet and author Jack Kerouac died in Saint Petersburg, Florida, at age 47.

In 1971, Mick and Biana Jagger welcome their daughter Jade to the world. She is born in the Belvedere Nursing Home in Paris.

In 1972, On the cover of TV Guide: “Carroll OʹConnor and Cloris Leachman”. Other Articles: Lee Majors, The Rookies

In 1972, R.C., “Popcorn” by Hot Butter peaked at number nine on the pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Man of La Mancha” closes at Beaumont Theater New York City after 140 performances.

In 1972, Seventeen years after writing and recording the first of his many rock and roll classics, Chuck Berry gets his first U.S. number one pop hit with “My Ding-a-Ling.” Itʹs a singalong novelty song derived from grade-school level private parts jokes.

In 1966, "Way...Way Out" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 1970, "Little Fauss and Big Halsy" was released by Paramount Pictures / Alfran Productions; Sidney J. Furie (director); Charles K. Eastman (screenplay); Robert Redford, Michael J. Pollard, Lauren Hutton, Noah Beery Jr., Lucille Benson, Linda Gaye Scott, Ray Ballard, Erin O'Reilly, Benjamin Archibek; Comedy; Drama

In 1972, "Lady Sings the Blues" was released by Paramount Pictures / Motown Productions; Sidney J. Furie (director); Suzanne de Passe, Chris Clark, Terence McCloy (screenplay); Diana Ross, Billy Dee Williams, Richard Pryor, James T. Callahan, Paul Hampton, Sid Melton, Virginia Capers, Yvonne Fair, Isabel Sanford, Jester Hairston, Lynn Hamilton, Robert Gordy, Paulene Myers, Scatman Crothers, Ned Glass, Milton Selzer, Norman Bartold, Clay Tanner, Bert Kramer, George Wyner, Larry Duran, Darlene Conley, Jayne Kennedy, Victor Morosco, Harry Caesar; Biographical; Musical; Drama

In 1973, "Summer Wishes, Winter Dreams" was released by Columbia Pictures / Rastar; Gilbert Cates (director); Stewart Stern (screenplay); Joanne Woodward, Martin Balsam, Sylvia Sidney, Tresa Hughes, Dori Brenner, Nancy Andrews, Minerva Pious, Ron Rickards, Win Forman, Peter Marklin, Sol Frieder, Helen Ludlam, Grant Code, Gaetano Lisi, Lee Jackson; Drama

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

In 1972, 😉 “Popcorn” by Hot Butter peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1972, 😉🤣 “My Ding-a-Ling” by Chuck Berry peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1972, “A Lonely Man” by The Chi-Lites peaked at number 57 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1972, “A Piece Of Paper” by Gladstone peaked at number 45 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Believe In Me Baby” by Jesse James peaked at number 92 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Dance, Dance, Dance” by The New Seekers peaked at number 84 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Dinah Flo” by Boz Scaggs peaked at number 86 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Don't Hide Your Love” by Cher peaked at number 46 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Get On The Good Foot” by James Brown peaked at number 18 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Get On Up” by The Esquires peaked at number 11 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1967, “How Can I Be Sure” by The Young Rascals peaked at number 4 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1967, “It's Got To Be Mellow” by Leon Haywood peaked at number 63 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1972, “It's The Way Nature Planned It” by The Four Tops peaked at number 53 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Let Love Come Between Us” by James and Bobby Purify peaked at number 23 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Lightning's Girl” by Nancy Sinatra peaked at number 24 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1967, “More Than The Eye Can See” by Al Martino peaked at number 54 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Ode To Billie Joe” by King Curtis peaked at number 28 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Rock and Roll Woman” by Buffalo Springfield peaked at number 44 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Slaughter” by Billy Preston peaked at number 50 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Spreadin' Honey” by Watts 103rd Street Rhythm Band peaked at number 73 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Stranded In The Middle Of No Place” by The Righteous Brothers peaked at number 72 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1972, “The Mosquito” by The Doors peaked at number 85 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Tight Rope” by Leon Russell peaked at number 11 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1967, “To Sir, With Love” by Herbie Mann peaked at number 93 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1967, “To Sir, With Love” by Lulu peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Toast To The Fool” by The Dramatics peaked at number 67 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Walkin' Proud” by Pete Klint Quintet peaked at number 98 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Why Do Fools Fall In Love?” by The Happenings peaked at number 41 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1967, “You, No One But You” by Frankie Laine peaked at number 83 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1967, 😉 “Little Ole Man (Uptight - Everything's Alright)” by Bill Cosby peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1972, 😉 “Popcorn” by Hot Butter peaked at number 15 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1972, 😉🤣 “My Ding-a-Ling” by Chuck Berry peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1967, “A Banda (Ah Bahn-Da)” by Herb Alpert peaked at number 35 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Burning Love” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Casanova” by Ruby Andrews peaked at number 73 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Catch The Love Parade” by The Staccatos peaked at number 28 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1972, “City Of New Orleans” by Arlo Guthrie peaked at number 11 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Colorado” by Danny Hollen peaked at number 67 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Cora Mae” by Ronnie Hawkins peaked at number 71 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Dandelion” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 9 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Desiree” by Left Banke peaked at number 89 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Dream No. 2” by Ken Tobias peaked at number 23 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1967, “For What It's Worth” by The Staple Singers peaked at number 46 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Gimmie Little Sign” by Brenton Wood peaked at number 17 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Heavy Music” by Bob Seger peaked at number 82 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1972, “It's The Way Nature Planned It” by The Four Tops peaked at number 69 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Kitty Doyle” by Dino, Desi and Billy peaked at number 91 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Lady Eleanor” by Lindisfarne peaked at number 68 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Look In My Face” by Magic Mushrooms peaked at number 87 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Lovers Of The World Unite” by The Vogues peaked at number 75 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Melancholy Mood” by Tommy Roe peaked at number 95 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Memphis Soul Stew” by King Curtis peaked at number 11 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Midnight Rider / Woman To Woman” by Joe Cocker peaked at number 29 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Money Back Guarantee” by The Five Man Electrical Band peaked at number 17 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Never My Love” by The Association peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1972, “One More Chance” by Ocean peaked at number 12 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Rock Me Baby” by David Cassidy peaked at number 31 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Take A Look” by Aretha Franklin peaked at number 36 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1967, “What Now My Love” by Mitch Ryder and The Detroit Wheels (Mitch Ryder) peaked at number 30 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1972, “What Would I Do” by Skylark peaked at number 60 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Why” by Donny Osmond peaked at number 14 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1967, “You Keep Running Away” by The Four Tops peaked at number 16 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1972, “You Wear It Well” by Rod Stewart peaked at number 7 on the Canada pop singles chart.

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

In 1972, “Burning Love” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Donna” by 10cc peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Elmo James” by Chairmen Of The Board peaked at number 21 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Hole In My Shoe” by Traffic peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Homburg” by Procol Harum peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Love Letters In The Sand” by Vince Hill peaked at number 23 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1967, “The Letter” by The Box Tops peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1967, “When Will The Good Apples Fall” by The Seekers peaked at number 11 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1972, 😉 “Popcorn” by Hot Butter peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Breaking Up Is Hard To Do” by The Partridge Family peaked at number 3 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Heyken's Second Serenade” by The Military Band Of The Royal Scots Dragoon Guards peaked at number 16 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Little Old Wine Drinker Me” by Dean Martin peaked at number 5 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1967, “San Franciscan Nights / Good Times” by Eric Burdon and The Animals peaked at number 9 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1972, “So Tough (re-recording)” by Johnny O'Keefe peaked at number 7 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Twelve Thirty (Young Girls Are Coming To The Canyon)” by The Mamas and The Papas peaked at number 20 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1967, “We Love You / Dandelion” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 4 on the Australian pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1972, “Mama Weer All Crazee Now” by Slade peaked at number 7 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Soul Finger” by The Bar-Kays peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Sugar Me” by Lynsey De Paul peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1967, “The Last Waltz” by Engelbert Humperdinck peaked at number 9 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Watch Me” by Labi Siffre peaked at number 14 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Who Was It?” by Hurricane Smith peaked at number 12 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Austria 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1967, “A chi” by Fausto Leali peaked at number 9 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Dein Herz, das muß aus Gold sein” by Anna-Lena peaked at number 15 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1967, “I'll Never Fall In Love Again” by Tom Jones peaked at number 19 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Jackson” by Nancy Sinatra and Lee Hazlewood peaked at number 4 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Le téléfon” by Nino Ferrer peaked at number 12 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Okay!” by Dave Dee, Dozy, Beaky, Mick and Tich peaked at number 3 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Respect” by Aretha Franklin peaked at number 17 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1967, “San Francisco (Be Sure To Wear Flowers In Your Hair)” by Scott McKenzie peaked at number 1 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Stasera mi butto” by Rocky Roberts peaked at number 18 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Una festa sui prati” by Adriano Celentano peaked at number 10 on the Austria pop singles chart.

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