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 magazine.
(Source: Boy’s Life)
Previously on Rad Ads: Sears ‘Free Spirit’ 10-Speed Bike (1976)
‘That’s what I said…’ (‘Freddie’s Dead,’ Curtis Mayfield, 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) before the film’s release. The tune reached #4 on Billboard’s “Hot 100” singles chart and was nominated for a Grammy Award. Take special notice of Mayfield’s skillful band. So sublime.
Previously on Music for Monday: The Damned, ‘Love Song’ (1979)
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A fancy man in Farah. (Farah slacks & jackets commercial, 1975)
“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 a limo. The spot aired in January 1975 and was produced in ’74.
In the second slot, a commercial for Ship ‘n Shore with a collection of models showing off the upcoming fall line. The spot aired in the summer of 1979. Try them on below.
Previously on 70s Spots: Merrill Lynch’s Bulls (1975 & ’78)
Nothing says “American investment security” like a bull and a sunrise. (Merrill Lynch commercial, 1975)
“Merrill Lynch is bullish on America.”
Hello, ‘Disco denizens! The weekend is here and it’s time to set up the projector and screen some vintage commercials.
Here’s two for Merrill Lynch featuring the company’s bull mascots. The first ran in January of 1975 (produced in ’74), the second aired in October ’78.
Previously on 70s Spots: Dodge & Chrysler ‘The Clincher!’ (1975)
Sears ‘Free Spirit’ 10-Speed Bike. (‘Boy’s Life’ magazine, June 1976)
“I rode the Free Spirit 10-Speed 349 back-road miles for Sears. From Boston to Philadelphia in six days, and it’s still going strong.”
Ride on! Sears ‘Free Spirit’ 10-Speed Bike originally appeared in the June, 1976 issue of Boy’s Life magazine.
(Source: Boy’s Life)
Previously on Rad Ads: Kmart’s Trax Athletic Shoes (1976)
‘Mad Max’ trailer title, 1979.
In honor of the digital and disc release of Mad Max: Fury Road and the Mad Max video game, here’s the 1979 trailer for Mad Max.
Mad Mel.
Mad Max was directed by George Miller, and stars Mel Gibson as the title character. Like the many car wrecks featured within, you just can’t turn away from the spectacle of this bizarre film.
Previously on Trailer Tuesday: ‘Airport’ (1970)