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In 1964, The Beach Boys made their first appearance on “Shindig!” singing “Dance, Dance, Dance” and “Little Saint Nick”, along with “Johnny Be Good” and “Monster Mash”. Monster Mash? That Boris Pickett tune? And so close to Christmas even?
In 1964, This is the day that rock ʹnʹ roll radio — in the guise of Pirate Radio — came to the United Kingdom Radio London began regular broadcasts on this day in 1964, to be joined, at sea, by other pirates like Radio Caroline and Radio Luxembourg. It was a gallant effort to broadcast commercial radio, which was illegal in Great Britain.
In 1965, Gilliganʹs Island episode #50. “Mine Hero”. While fishing, Gilligan pulls a WWII mine out of the lagoon. When the Professor is unable to deactivate the mine, Gilligan tows it back into the lagoon, where it harmlessly explodes.
In 1966, The most influential British TV pop show “Ready, Steady, Go” aired its last edition. It originated from the old Rediffusion London and was seen on Britainʹs privately-owned commercial TV stations (not the BBC). It featured the rock group The Who. Ready, Steady, STOP!
In 1966, A GIRLFRIEND FOR “BATMAN.” Apparently to counter claims that the relationship between BATMAN and ROBIN was homosexual, a girlfriend for the caped crusader is introduced in the January 1967 issue of “DETECTIVE” comics. Soon this “Batgirl” would appear in the TV series as well.
In 1966, “TIGER BEAT” FOR JANUARY '67 Paul Revere and the Raiders member PHIL VOLK is the 'Guest Editor'. Featured articles: “Try to understand me, by MARK LINDSAY”; “MONKEES: Life stories of PETER and DAVY”
In 1967, R.C., “Boogaloo Down Broadway” by The Fantastic Johnny C peaked at number seven on the pop singles chart.
In 1967, R.C., “I Am The Walrus” by The Beatles peaked at #56 on the pop singles chart.
In 1967, The Rolling Stones album “Their Satanic Majesties Request” was released.
In 1967, The Jimi Hendrix Experienceʹs “Foxy Lady” is released.
In 1967, AMERICAN BANDSTAND Highlight of the show…the BEATLES on film perform their number one hit “HELLO GOODBYE”
In 1969, After meeting through an A and R executive, Elton John and Bernie Taupin began writing songs together.
In 1969, Diana Ross began her final engagement with The Supremes in Las Vegas. The last show was a few weeks later. Ross was replaced with Jean Terrell.
In 1969, AT THE MOVIES Hot films this holiday week include “ON HER MAJESTYʹS SECRET SERVICE”, “SWEET CHARITY”, “CACTUS FLOWER”, “Doctor Dolittle”, “HELLO DOLLY”, “THEY SHOOT HORSES DONʹT THEY”
In 1971, On Days of our Lives, the Horton family celebrated Christmas.
In 1972, R.C., “Long Haired Lover From Liverpool” by Jimmy Osmond peaked at number one on the United Kingdom pop singles chart and stayed there for five weeks; he became the youngest artist ever to top the United Kingdom singles chart.
In 1972, R.C., “The Jean Genie” by David Bowie peaked at #71 on the pop singles chart.
In 1972, Steelers vs. Raiders in “The Immaculate Reception”. Footballs take funny bounces, but this was ridiculous. The Pittsburgh Steelers were hosting the Oakland Raiders in a playoff game at Three Rivers Stadium. For the Cinderella Steelers, it was their first postseason appearance since 1947, but the clock was just about to strike midnight. With 22 seconds to play and Oakland leading 7-6, Steelers quarterback Terry Bradshaw was faced with fourth and ten at his own 40-yard line. When his primary receiver couldnʹt run his route, Bradshaw scrambled and then heaved the ball downfield. As the Steelersʹ Frenchy Fuqua and Oakland cornerback Jack Tatum collided, the pass ricocheted off Tatum (or so the referees ruled) and sailed up in the air — right onto the fingertips of Pittsburgh FB Franco Harris, who plucked the ball off his shoe tops in full stride and rumbled the last 42 yards into the end zone for what is still the most improbable winning TD in playoff history.
In 1972, The public no longer has to “Imagine” what John Lennonʹs been up to, with this short film making its television debut tonight.
In 1972, The world record for consecutive push-ups was set by Richard Knecht. He did 25,222 on a hard surface without pinned feet, It took the eight-year-old 11 hours and 14 minutes.
In 1973, Legendary soap opera creator and writer Irna Phillips died at age 72. Here are some of her career highlights:
In 1973, The shah of Iran announced that the petroleum-exporting states of the Persian Gulf would double the price of their crude oil. What greedy ratfinks those Scrooges were!
In 1965, "The Slender Thread" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.
In 1970, "Little Big Man" was released by National General Pictures / Cinema Center Films; Arthur Penn (director); Calder Willingham (screenplay); Dustin Hoffman, Martin Balsam, Jeff Corey, Chief Dan George, Faye Dunaway, Richard Mulligan, Jesse Vint, Jack Bannon, Jack Mullaney, Thayer David, William Hickey, James Anderson, Alan Oppenheimer, Lou Cutell, M. Emmet Walsh, Ken Mayer, Don Brodie, Annette O'Toole, Aimée Eccles, Kelly Jean Peters, Carole Androsky, Robert Little Star, Cal Bellini, Ruben Moreno, Steve Shemayne, Philip Kennealy; Revisionist; Western
In 1971, "Bad Man's River" was released by Scotia International; Eugenio Martín (director/screenplay); Philip Yordan (screenplay); Lee Van Cleef, Gina Lollobrigida, James Mason, Simón Andreu, Gianni Garko, Diana Lorys, Sergio Fantoni, Aldo Sambrell, Jess Hahn, Daniel Martín, Luis Rivera, Lone Fleming, Eduardo Fajardo, José Manuel Martín, José Riesgo, Tito García, Barta Barri, Ricardo Palacios, Dan van Husen, Claudia Gravy; Comedy, Romance, Spaghetti, Western; Live Action
In 1971, "Dirty Harry" was released by Warner Bros. / The Malpaso Company; Don Siegel (director); Harry Julian Fink, R.M. Fink, Dean Riesner (screenplay); Clint Eastwood, Harry Guardino, Reni Santoni, John Vernon, Andy Robinson, John Larch, John Mitchum, Mae Mercer, Ruth Kobart, Woodrow Parfrey, Josef Sommer, William Paterson, James Nolan, Maurice S. Argent, Jo De Winter, Larry Duran, Lois Foraker, Max Gail, Don Haggerty, Chuck Hicks, Richard Lawson, Kathleen O'Malley, Angela Paton, Albert Popwell, Debralee Scott, Don Siegel, Kristoffer Tabori, Lyn Edgington, Craig G. Kelly; neo-noir, Action, Crime, Thriller; Live Action
In 1967, “Boogaloo Down Broadway” by The Fantastic Johnny C peaked at number 7 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “In The Misty Moonlight” by Dean Martin peaked at number 46 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Knock Knock Who's There?” by Mary Hopkin peaked at number 92 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Mockingbird” by Aretha Franklin peaked at number 94 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Mr. Bus Driver” by Bruce Channel peaked at number 90 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “One Way Out” by The Allman Brothers Band peaked at number 86 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “She's My Girl” by The Turtles peaked at number 14 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Since You Showed Me How To Be Happy” by Jackie Wilson peaked at number 32 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “The Jean Genie” by David Bowie peaked at number 71 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Watch Her Ride” by Jefferson Airplane peaked at number 61 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “What's It Gonna Be” by Dusty Springfield peaked at number 49 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Windy” by Wes Montgomery peaked at number 44 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “You Better Sit Down Kids” by Cher peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “You Ought To Be With Me” by Al Green peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “And You and I” by Yes peaked at number 58 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Angel” by Rod Stewart peaked at number 47 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “I Didn't Know I Loved You ('Till I Saw You Rock and Roll)” by Gary Glitter peaked at number 39 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “I'm Stone In Love With You” by The Stylistics peaked at number 37 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “If You Don't Know Me By Now” by Harold Melvin and The Blue Notes peaked at number 52 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Long Dark Road” by The Hollies peaked at number 24 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Operator (That's Not The Way It Feels)” by Jim Croce peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Something's Wrong With Me” by Austin Roberts peaked at number 6 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Theme From "The Rowdyman"” by Robbie McDougall peaked at number 51 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “What Am I Crying For” by Dennis Yost peaked at number 50 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, 😉 “Long Haired Lover From Liverpool” by Little Jimmy Osmond peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “I Only Live To Love You” by Cilla Black peaked at number 26 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “I'm Coming Home” by Tom Jones peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Kitty” by Cat Stevens peaked at number 47 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Never Wed An Old Man” by The Dubliners peaked at number 43 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “So Tired” by Frankie Vaughan peaked at number 21 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Ben” by Michael Jackson peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Break” by Aphrodite's Child peaked at number 24 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Days Of Pearly Spencer” by David McWilliams peaked at number 6 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1967, “De ouwe Jakob” by Leen Jongewaard peaked at number 18 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Everybody Knows” by The Dave Clark Five peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Florida” by Bolland and Bolland peaked at number 29 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Pata Pata” by Miriam Makeba peaked at number 7 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Wild Honey” by The Beach Boys peaked at number 20 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Baby, Now That I've Found You” by The Foundations peaked at number 6 on the Norway pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Loop Di Love” by Shag peaked at number 6 on the Norway pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Önskebrunnen” by Sven-Ingvars peaked at number 1 on the Norway pop singles chart.
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