February 28, 1970 The bigger events of the week both happened a few days ago. On February 26th National Public Radio was incorporated; we don't celebrate its 50th anniversary, however, until April 21, 1971 as that's the day it went on the air. It's also the same day that The Beatles' Hey Jude LP … Continue reading New this week in ’70: February 28
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New this week in ’70: February 21
(Above: This is relevant this week, but only from a historical perspective.) February 21, 1970 It's the day after the Georgia legislature unanimously approved the Nineteenth Amendment. If you're confused, you're not alone: the 19th was ratified in 1920 and gave women the right to vote. The measure was largely symbolic, as women had been … Continue reading New this week in ’70: February 21
New this week in ’70: February 14
(Above: Sabbath at 50.) February 14, 1970 Heavy metal turns fifty this week. The LP considered by many to be the first metal record, the eponymous Black Sabbath, was released in Britain on February 13. It'll go on to be a big hit there and not see release until June 1 in the States, where … Continue reading New this week in ’70: February 14
New this week in ’70: February 7
(Above: Fore.) February 7, 1970 It's the fiftieth anniversary of an errant golf ball. Pro golfer Doug Sanders gets beaned by a shot from Vice President Spiro Agnew at the Bob Hope Desert Classic. They were playing in the same foursome, which makes it all the more strange. The next day, two celebrities are born: … Continue reading New this week in ’70: February 7
New this week in 1970: January 17 and 24
(Above: Curt Flood of the St. Louis Cardinals) January 17-24, 1970 This post combines two weeks into one to play catch-up. Among the history to cover is the final event of the AFL on the 17th. The final AFL All-Star Game takes place in Houston, and the West beats the East 26-3. The newly … Continue reading New this week in 1970: January 17 and 24
New this week in 1970: January 31
(Above: You know you're a big deal when they animate you.) January 31, 1970 Happy 50th birthday to actress Minnie Driver, who was born on this date. It's the same date that Slim Harpo, who had a hit with "Baby Scratch My Back," dies at the age of 46. A few days earlier, on the … Continue reading New this week in 1970: January 31
Fast away the old year passes: The Zombies, “This Will Be Our Year” (1969)
Years ago I remember listening to John Landecker's morning show at WJMK/Chicago, and he made a comment about how he'd like his next job to be the guy who picks out old music to use in movies and television shows. The right song at the right time can evoke a pretty powerful feeling. Not only … Continue reading Fast away the old year passes: The Zombies, “This Will Be Our Year” (1969)
New this week in ’69: December 27
December 27, 1969 It's the night after the last airing of The Joey Bishop Show. The show, created to steal audience from Johnny Carson, didn't do so. On the final episode Bishop did the monologue, thanked the audience, and left - leaving the sidekick, a guy named Regis Philbin, to fill the rest of the … Continue reading New this week in ’69: December 27
New this week in ’69: December 20
December 20, 1969 It's a few days after a bit of television history takes place. On December 17 some 40 million people saw Herbert Khaury and Victoria Budinger get married. Of course they are Tiny Tim and Miss Vicky, and their wedding was shown on The Tonight Show. I've shown the clip in media history … Continue reading New this week in ’69: December 20
Rest in peace, Gershon Kingsley: Hot Butter, “Popcorn” (1972)
Word is making the rounds that Gershon Kingsley passed away last week in New York City at the age of 97. Kingsley made music that you know even though you might not know his name. He was one of the earliest pioneers of the Moog synthesizer. His work with Jean-Jacques Perrey yielded some memorable collaborations; … Continue reading Rest in peace, Gershon Kingsley: Hot Butter, “Popcorn” (1972)
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