Music For Monday: Uriah Heep, ‘Stealin” (Live ’73)

A very happy Monday to you. As per usual, it’s time to pop a video in the Betamax. Here’s Uriah Heep performing “Stealin’” live in 1973. “Stealin’” appeared on Heep’s ’73 L.P., Sweet Freedom, and reached the Top 20 in … Continue reading

Sunday 70s Spots: Shampoo & Bowling Balls (1979)

“You can feel it tingle.” Yes, shampoo and bowling balls! Today, we have two spots from February of 1979. First up, a showering spokesperson for Denorex medicated shampoo. Second, a commercial for the AMF Impact bowling ball. Watch as the … Continue reading

Saturday 70s Spots: ‘Six Million Dollar Man’ & ‘Law And Disorder’ Promos (1978)

“Lee Majors in a tricky assignment.” Here’s two 1978 promos offering a taste of TV fare for the year. First up, a spot for The Six Million Dollar Man from September ’78 where Steve needs to save the Liberty Bell! … Continue reading

Rad Ads: Iron-On Transfers (1976)

Iron-On Transfers. (‘Boy’s Life’ magazine, June 1976) “Let’s Boogie!” This ad is indelibly etched in my mind. Or, maybe I should say “ironed-on the inside of my mind.” Iron-On Transfers originally appeared in the June, 1976 issue of Boy’s Life … Continue reading

Music For Monday: Curtis Mayfield, ‘Freddie’s Dead’ (1973)

One of my favorite artists (of all-time, not just the 70s), Curtis Mayfield, can be found in the clip below performing “Freddie’s Dead” circa 1973. “Freddie’s Dead” appears on the Superfly soundtrack and was released as a single (July 1972) … Continue reading

Sunday 70s Spots: Farah Slacks & Ship’n Shore Shirts (1975 & ’79)

“Farah slacks and jackets. Everything about ’em looks tailor-made.” Happy Sunday, stylish ones. Today, it’s all about 70s fashion. First up, a classic commercial from Farah featuring slacks and jackets so wonderful you’ll want to wear them while traveling in … Continue reading