70s Commercials: ‘Lemon Fresh’ Joy, Shell Bugkillers, Alpo, Viva (1974-75)

Here’s a batch of commercials from 1974 and ’75. In the premiere position, we have a spot for “Lemon Fresh” Joy dishwashing liquid with an actor (blue dress, red hair) who I’m pretty sure is Holland Taylor of Bosom Buddies … Continue reading

70s Commercials: Inchworm Toy, Reynolds Brown-In-Bag, Haley’s M-O, Gillette Trac II (1972-73)

Apologies for the lack of updates the past two days. I’ve been experiencing a temporary medical thing. It’s not a life threatening situation and I should be fine by Monday. However, it has kept me away from the keyboard. But, … Continue reading

70s Commercials: Kraft Mayonnaise, Alpha-Bits, Friskies Buffet, Dodge Aspen (1979)

Our ancient but attractive advertisements today are all circa 1979. You can spy spots for Kraft Real Mayonnaise, Post Alpha-Bits cereal, Friskies Buffet cat food, and the 1980 Dodge Aspen. Roll ’em! KRAFT REAL MAYONNAISE COMMERCIAL (1979) Kraft Real Mayonnaise … Continue reading

Music For Monday: Steve Miller Band, ‘Rock’n Me’ (Live, 1976)

You’ve heard Steve Miller Band’s “Rock’n Me” many times, but possibly not like this. Here we have a live performance of the tune filmed in a studio and aired on Europe’s TopPop in December of 1976. “Rock’n Me” was written … Continue reading