Funny, Darwood never asks for a second cup…
“Try it in a cup. You’ll never give it up.”
A pair of Carnation commercials from May of 1970 lined up today. First, we find Agnes Moorehead (Bewitched) backstage with her Coffee Mate.
Second, good ol’ Dave Madden (The Partridge Family) narrates a Carnation Instant Breakfast spot. Tear into it, dahlings!
Previously on 70s Spots: Swiss Miss & Post Raisin Bran (1978)
‘Yodel-ey-hee-ho!’
“Give a little yodel.”
Here’s a cozy, quick meal for you. First, mix up a piping hot mug of Swiss Miss Instant Cocoa. The spot aired in January of 1978 and features the Swiss Miss mascot (voiced, I believe, by Sheilah Wells).
After that, pour out a heaping bowl of Post Raisin Bran. The commercial aired in August of ’78.
Previously on 70s Spots: GE Radio (Sammy Davis Jr.) & Brut (Hank Aaron) (1973)
‘Everybody, let’s get on down…’
Monday, Monday, Monday! Time to check in with Cherry Stereo and see what’s on the Seventies turntable. Hey, it’s Rufus featuring Chaka Khan performing “Once You Get Started” on European TV in 1975. Let’s look & listen!
Previously on Music for Monday: The Clash, ‘Complete Control’ (Live, 1977)
Backstage with Sammy.
“It’s a great entertainer.”
A pair of celebrity spots from September of 1973 to brighten your day today. First, it’s Sammy Davis Jr. for General Electric portable radios.
Following that, you’ll find baseball great, Hank Aaron for Brut cologne. I hope this helps ease your Monday.
Previously on 70s Spots: Ford Pinto Runabout & Country Squire Wagon (1971)
More Sammy Davis Jr. at Bionic Disco: Music For Monday: Sammy Davis, Jr., ‘Vehicle’ (Live ’72)
More Hank Aaron at Bionic Disco: Daily 70s Ad: Hank Aaron For Magnavox TV (1974)
Two Pintos trot onto a field…
“Pinto – the little carefree car from Ford.”
Two spots from Ford for this Sunday. First up, a sweet little pony prances about for the Ford Pinto 3-Door Runabout.
After that, a commercial featuring some stop-motion animation for the Country Squire wagon. Both spots aired in August of 1971.
Previously on 70s Spots: H. Salt Fish & Chips & Ponderosa Restaurants (1976)
Fun fish fare for friendly families.
“You sure know your fish!”
How goes your weekend? Is it time for lunch or dinner? If so, might I suggest a visit to either H. Salt Fish & Chips or the Ponderosa? Watch these two spots from January of 1976 and decide for yourself.
Previously on 70s Spots: Right Guard (Tom Selleck, 1971)