Daily 70s Ad: Volkswagen Bus (1971)

(Click to enlarge) “…The Volkswagen is short and high and really quite ugly.” A bit of rare, self-depreciating advertising. Daily 70s Ad #121: Volkswagen Bus originally appeared in the May 07, 1971 issue of LIFE magazine. (Source: LIFE) Previously on … Continue reading

Sunday 70s Spots: Miller Lite With Deacon Jones & Red Auerbach (1977 & ’79)

“Everything you always wanted in a beer…and less.” Happy Mother’s Day! Let’s celebrate by knocking back two frosty, sports-oriented commercials for Miller Lite beer. First, we have a February, 1977 spot with Pro Football Hall of Famer, Deacon Jones (d. … Continue reading

Daily 70s Ad: Texaco Presents Danny Kaye’s Metropolitan Opera (1975)

(Click to enlarge) “Let Danny Kaye lead you and your whole family on a wonderful, one-hour magical tour through the fascinating world of opera.” The Court Jester does his best to make opera fun for all. Daily 70s Ad #120: … Continue reading

Saturday 70s Spots: Johnson’s Shampoo & Lectric Shave (1976)

The weekend is here and that means it’s time to roll out the commercials. We’ll title today “Grooming Day” and present spots for Johnson’s Baby Shampoo and Lectric Shave. Both spots aired in February of 1976. I believe that’s Tim … Continue reading

Daily 70s Ad: Al Green ‘L-O-V-E’ (1975)

(Click to enlarge) “Al Green’s new single.” This would have been perfect for Valentine’s Day, but any day is good for Al Green and love. Daily 70s Ad #119: Al Green ‘L-O-V-E’ originally appeared in the February 22, 1975 issue … Continue reading