In September of 1971 the Jackson 5 starred in a TV special entitled Goin’ Back to Indiana. Soon after, an L.P. featuring songs from the special was released on Motown and it sold over two million copies. Here’s three minutes … Continue reading
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Welcome to another thought-provoking installment of Brady Bunch Moments. This time around we witness Alice joyfully flirting with disaster. You’ve got to admire her pluck and courage! Watch and be awed. This wet ‘n’ wild scene is from the The … Continue reading
If you’ve got 27 minutes to spare you’ll want to watch this fascinating documentary on the February 9th, 1971 Sylmar earthquake (San Fernando Valley/Los Angeles, CA). The film was produced in 1973 and combines actual footage from the day of … Continue reading
Ready for two minutes of pure musical magic? Watch this video of Bill Withers and his band performing “Ain’t No Sunshine” circa 1971-72. Four talented fellows playing with a cool, relaxed vibe. “Ain’t No Sunshine,” from the “Just As I … Continue reading
Television and film icon Andy Griffith has died at the age of 86 at his home in North Carolina. Griffith was best known for playing sheriff Andy Taylor on The Andy Griffith Show (1960-68) and defense attorney Matlock (1986-1995). During … Continue reading
Two 70s-related stories have recently been in the news and I’d like to draw your easily-distracted attention toward them. Willy Wonka Auction First up, comes the news that Profiles in History are holding a Willy Wonka auction in July and … Continue reading