(Saturday, February 17, 1962) — “Duke of Earl” by Gene Chandler peaked at #1 on today’s Billboard Hot 100 singles chart for three consecutive weeks (Feb. 17/24, Mar. 3, 1962). Continue reading ‘Duke of Earl’ by Gene Chandler peaks at #1 in USA 60 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Feb 17 1962) →