What Happened on January 9, 1967

Historical Events

  • "More of the Monkees" second album by The Monkees is released
  • Georgia legislature seats Representative Julian Bond
  • NFL New Orleans' franchise takes name "Saints"

Famous Birthdays

  • Claudio Caniggia, Argentinian footballer, born in Buenos Aires, Argentina

Dave Matthews (57 years old)

American singer-songwriter and musician (Dave Matthews Band - "So Much to Say", born in Johannesburg, Transvaal, South Africa

  • Dave Mcllwain, Canadian NHL center (Pitts Penguins), born in Seaforth, Canada
  • Jamie Huscroft, Canadian NHL defenseman (Calgary Flames), born in Creston, British Columbia
  • Steve Harwell, American rock singer-songwriter (Smash Mouth, 1994-2021 - "All Star", "I'm A Believer"), born in Santa Clara, California (d. 2023) [1]

About January 9, 1967

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 57 years, 3 months and 16 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Capricorn

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: I'm A Believer - The Monkees
  • UK #1 Song: Green Green Grass Of Home - Tom Jones