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The Sunshine Datebook (1964-1973) for December 28

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In 1964, Daytime soap opera A Flame in the Wind premiered on ABC. Producer Joseph Hardy, whose creative efforts helped turn Love of Life into one of the top-ranking daytime dramas, changed things up for the new series. A Flame in the Wind was renamed A Time For Us in 1965, but ABC canceled it the following year. The final episode aired on December 16, 1966.

In 1967, David Bowie made his debut with the Lindsay Kemp mime troupe in “Pierrot In Turquoise” at the Oxford New Theatre.

In 1968, On the charts, the album titled “The Beatles” (called “The White Album” by most fans) was number one in the U.S.; it was the Beatlesʹ first album on their own Apple label and remained at number one for nine weeks.

In 1968, On the cover of TV Guide: “Doris Day”. Other Articles: Michael Caine, Barbara Anderson

In 1968, R.C., “For Once In My Life” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number two on the pop singles chart.

In 1968, R.C., “I Put A Spell On You” by Credence Clearwater Revival peaked at #58 on the pop singles chart.

In 1968, R.C., “Season Of The Witch” by Vanilla Fudge peaked at #65 on the pop singles chart.

In 1968, R.C., “White Houses” by Eric Burton and The Animals peaked at #67 on the pop singles chart.

In 1968, The cartoon “Birdman” last airs on NBC, giving him time to both study for his law degree and change his name from “Ray Randall” to “Harvey.”

In 1968, The Doorsʹ “Touch Me” was released.

In 1968, The Miami Festival, the first big rock festival held on the east coast, gets under way in Hallendale, Florida. Tickets go for six and seven dollars and 100,000 people show-up at the three day event. Those appearing include The Grateful Dead, Steppenwolf, Jose Feliciano, Procul Harem, Three Dog Night, Chuck Berry, Fleetwood Mac, Marvin Gaye, Joni Mitchell, the Turtles and Canned Heat.

In 1968, “Super President and Spy Shadow”, TV Cartoon Show; last aired on NBC.

In 1969, Neil Simonʹs “Last of the Red Hot Lovers,” premieres in New York City.

In 1971, On The Doctors, Carolee Simpson (Carolee Campbell) and Steve Aldrich (David O'Brien) enjoyed their new baby, Stephanie.

In 1973, “Photograph” single by Ringo Starr was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1973, “Sabbath, Bloody Sabbath” album by Black Sabbath was released

In 1973, “Sundown” album by Gordon Lightfoot was released

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

In 1968, 🎃 “Season Of The Witch” by Vanilla Fudge peaked at number 65 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, 😉 “I Put A Spell On You” by Creedence Clearwater Revival peaked at number 58 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “American Boys” by Petula Clark peaked at number 59 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Bluebirds Over The Mountain” by The Beach Boys peaked at number 61 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Bring It On Home To Me” by Eddie Floyd peaked at number 17 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “For Once In My Life” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “I'm Lookin' For Someone To Love Me” by Bobby Vee peaked at number 98 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Isn't It Lonely Together” by O.C. Smith peaked at number 63 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Love Machine” by O'Kaysions peaked at number 76 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “People” by The Tymes peaked at number 39 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Put Your Head On My Shoulder” by The Lettermen peaked at number 44 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Reach Out” by Merrilee Rush and The Turnabouts peaked at number 79 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Release Me” by Johnny Adams peaked at number 82 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Stay Close To Me” by Five Stairsteps peaked at number 91 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Stormy” by Classics IV peaked at number 5 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “The Girl Most Likely” by Jeannie C. Riley peaked at number 55 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Tit For Tat” by James Brown peaked at number 86 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Vance” by Roger Miller peaked at number 80 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “White Houses” by Eric Burdon and The Animals peaked at number 67 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1968, 😉 “I Put A Spell On You” by Creedence Clearwater Revival peaked at number 58 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “American Boys” by Petula Clark peaked at number 37 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Come On, React” by The Fireballs peaked at number 40 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Dance At St. Francis” by Barracuda peaked at number 66 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Don't Cry My Love” by The Impressions peaked at number 45 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Going Up The Country” by Canned Heat peaked at number 5 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “I Can't Turn You Loose” by Chambers Brothers peaked at number 29 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “I Heard It Through The Grapevine” by Marvin Gaye peaked at number 8 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “I Walk Alone” by Marty Robbins peaked at number 79 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Nightmare” by The Crazy World Of Arthur Brown peaked at number 43 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “People” by The Tymes peaked at number 46 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “They Don't Make Love Like They Used To” by Eddy Arnold peaked at number 63 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “You Got Me” by Mandala peaked at number 38 on the Canada pop singles chart.

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

In 1968, 😉 “Sabre Dance” by Love Sculpture peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “A Minute Of Your Time” by Tom Jones peaked at number 14 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Atlantis” by Donovan peaked at number 23 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Build Me Up Buttercup” by The Foundations peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1968, “Abraham, Martin and John” by Dion peaked at number 16 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1968, “All Along The Watchtower” by The Jimi Hendrix Experience peaked at number 6 on the Australian pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1968, “Love Child” by Diana Ross and The Supremes peaked at number 19 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1968, “Eloise” by Barry Ryan peaked at number 1 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

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