Exceptional music fills the air as James Cotton and his band deliver two outstanding performances, preceded by Joe Williams and Sue Raney's impressive sets, and topped off by legendary drummer Buddy Rich's mesmerizing display of skill.
1. Johnny Mathis, Mort Sahl; The Chambers Brothers
Aired: Jul 23, 1968Sid Caesar makes a special guest appearance in the next episode, and The Grat...
2. Roman Polanski; Sharon Tate; Della Reese; Don Adams
Aired: Jul 24, 1968The next episode features a dynamic cast of characters, including comedian Bi...
3. Bill Cosby; Bill Medley; Iron Butterfly; Kaye Stevens
Aired: Aug 8, 1968John Kay of Steppenwolf shines with an exceptional performance, while Profess...
4. Tony Bennett; Steppenwolf; George Plimpton
Aired: Aug 9, 1968A thought-provoking conversation unfolds between Hugh Hefner, Roman Polanski,...
5. Buddy Rich, James Cotton Blues Band, Joe Williams
Aired: Aug 29, 1968The next episode boasts an exceptional performance by The Pair Extraordinaire...
6. Otto Preminger; Harry Nilsson; Norm Crosby; Rich Little
Aired: Aug 30, 1968Tommy Smothers opens up about his experiences with censorship, hinting at a r...
7. Bob Newhart; Bill Cosby; O.C. Smith; Pickle Brothers
Aired: Sep 9, 1968Tommy Smothers joins forces with Don Adams to create a new act for the Smothe...
8. Jim Webb; Gloria Loring; the Checkmates
Aired: Sep 13, 1968Sammy Davis Jr. takes center stage, accompanied by Bill Cosby on maracas, wit...
9. The Byrds; Marvin Gaye; Pat Henry; The Committee
Aired: Sep 28, 1968The next episode brings an electrifying lineup, featuring a mesmerizing magic...
10. Tommy Smothers; Buffy St. Marie; Louis Nye; John Stewart
Aired: Sep 29, 1968The Checkmates reunite with Don Rickles, accompanied by Bill Cosby on bongos,...
11. Pete Seeger; Bill Cosby; Carmen McRae; Jack E. Leonard
Aired: Oct 15, 1968The next episode of the TV show features a star-studded lineup, including fol...
12. Bill Cosby; Jackie DeShannon; Marty Ingels; Taj Mahal
Aired: Oct 16, 1968The next episode is a trippy blend of entertainment and intellectual pursuits.
13. Rowan & Martin; Stu Gilliam, Paul Hampton; Clara Ward Singers
Aired: Oct 22, 1968The next episode delivers an electrifying blend of entertainment, showcasing ...
14. Don Adams; Deep Purple; Brenton Wood; Lynn Kellogg
Aired: Oct 23, 1968The next episode of the show features a musical performance by Jackie DeShann...
15. Gore Vidal; Three Dog Night; Pat Collins; John Hartford
Aired: Nov 10, 1968Exceptional music fills the air as James Cotton and his band deliver two outs...
16. Joan Baez; Don Adams; Tommy Smothers; Avante-Garde
Aired: Nov 11, 1968Comedian Shelly Berman kicks off the next episode of Playboy After Dark, with...
17. James Brown; Three Dog Night; Bill Cosby; Soupy Sales
Aired: Nov 25, 1968A music-filled episode of the variety show is coming up, featuring a comedic ...
18. Don Rickles; Bill Cosby, Doug McClure; Kelly Garrett
Aired: Nov 26, 1968A nostalgic episode showcasing Ted Neely's early career, featuring his youthf...
19. Lou Rawls; Shelley Berman; David Steinberg; Buddy Miles Express
Aired: Dec 10, 1968A surprise performance by Shari Lewis featuring Lamb Chop takes an unexpected...
20. Nitty Gritty Dirt Band; Lou Rawls; Pat Morita; Frankie Randall
Aired: Dec 11, 1968The next episode pays homage to Lenny Bruce, with his mother sharing personal...
21. The Grass Roots, Rich Little; Billy Eckstine; Paul Mazursky
Aired: Dec 17, 1968The 1960s music scene is rocked by controversy as The Grass Roots' performanc...
22. Sammy Davis Jr.; Anthony Newley; Jerry Lewis; Bill Cosby; Peter Lawford
Aired: Dec 19, 1968The next episode of the variety show features a star-studded lineup, includin...
23. The Grateful Dead; Sid Caesar; Noel Harrison; Sidney Omarr
Aired: Jan 18, 1969Meredith MacRae, star of Petticoat Junction, duets with her husband Greg Mull...
24. Canned Heat; Shari Lewis; Buddy Greco; Max Lerner; Johnny Janis
Aired: Jan 20, 1969Legendary singer Johnny Mathis and Nadia Christian are set to perform, while ...
25. Michael Caine; Meredith MacRae; Sir Douglas Quintet; Mort Sahl
Aired: Jan 25, 1969A hilarious comedy night is in store, featuring hilarious sets from Skiles an...
26. Steppenwolf; Joey Bishop; Joe Williams; Joanne Vent; Skiles & Henderson
Aired: Jan 26, 1969The next episode of The Tonight Show features iconic rock band Deep Purple, p...
