Happy Funshine Friday, Bionic pals! Today, we dive into vintage commercials for Cap’n Crunch cereal (starring the voice of Daws Butler), Wish-Bone Italian dressing (narrated by William Shatner), Schlitz Malt Liquor (with Robert Ridgely), and Garanimals kid’s clothing. Have a … Continue reading
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Here we find one of the all-time greats, Ella Fitzgerald, raising a large glass of Jim Beam. After she’s finished her refreshing beverage she will sing and hold a long note – and that glass will shatter into a million … Continue reading
*Time for more “Buried Treasure” commercials that appeared on the Bionic Disco YouTube channel but not here on the website.* This time on Buried Treasures, we’ve got three commercials from 1979 and one from 1971. First up, it’s a somewhat … Continue reading
Today’s quartet of commercials runs from 1973 to 1976. You’ll find a Charmin spot featuring a Mr. Whipple Beach Towel offer (starring Dick Wilson & Sarah Kennedy), Glass Plus (with Elaine Giftos), Mighty Dog, and Sears SteadyRider shocks (with racer … Continue reading
Blondie’s “(I’m Always Touched By Your) Presence Dear” appeared on the band’s 1978 LP Plastic Letters. The song was written by former bassist Gary Valentine, who was no longer a member of the group when the tune was recorded and … Continue reading
We’re sticking with the early seventies thing today and presenting a fine set of commercials from 1971 and ’72. Firstly, it’s Jackie Earl Haley knocking back a Canada Dry Concord Grape soda. Following that, dive into spots for Armour Bacon, … Continue reading