If you’re wondering why yesterday’s Music for Monday entry was missing, apologies for that. I was out of town and couldn’t get back to the ol’ computer in time. I’m back in the official nostalgia chair now and ready to … Continue reading
David Moore
For today’s batch of commercials let’s stick with the early seventies. From 1972, you’ll find spots for Kellogg’s Frosted Mini-Wheats (with an under construction World Trade Center in the background) and Canada Dry Club Soda. From 1973, we have Laurence … Continue reading
**Post originally appeared on Bionic Disco August 20, 2015.** Lee Riders Jeans. (Ebony magazine, August, 1976) “For those who think it’s time to get down to earth, back to basics.” Check out that “authentic western styling”! Lee Riders Jeans originally … Continue reading
Last month, we featured Hues Corporation’s #1 smash “Rock The Boat.” Now, the California trio are back with their follow-up hit “Rockin’ Soul.” “Rockin’ Soul” is the title track from the band’s 1974 LP and the tune grabbed another nice … Continue reading
I’ve got a fine set of early seventies spots for you today. Firstly, a humorous spot for Burger King featuring actor Dick O’Neill. Followed by commercials for Charms Big Pops (loved these and Charms Blow Pops as a kid), Chevy … Continue reading
Here’s a short and sweet Monday defuser. Join The Grass Roots as they play a medley of hits on The Ed Sullivan Show on December 6, 1970. The tunes you’ll hear are “I’d Wait A Million Years” (#15, 1969), “Midnight … Continue reading