(Holiday Repeat) Sing-A-Long: ‘Rudolph’s Shiny New Year’ – ‘Have A Happy New Year’ (1976)

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Happy New Year to all! I sincerely hope you have a fantastic 2015. Enjoy another Rankin/Bass holiday repeat from last year.

Should auld Animagic be forgot... ('Have a Happy New Year,' 'Rudolph's Shiny New Year,' 1976)

Should auld Animagic be forgot… (‘Have a Happy New Year,’ ‘Rudolph’s Shiny New Year,’ 1976)

On behalf of myself and Bionic Disco, here’s wishing you a joyous and wonderful new year!

Let’s celebrate with belting out the “Have A Happy New Year” song from Rankin/Bass’ 1976 Animagic holiday special, Rudolph’s Shiny New Year. The tune is sung primarily by Red Skelton. Music & lyrics by Johnny Marks. Arranged & conducted by Maury Laws.

‘Have A Happy New Year’ From ‘Rudolph’s Shiny New Year,’ 1976

Daily 70s Ad: George Harrison, ‘Ding Dong; Ding Dong’ (1975)

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George Harrison, ‘Ding Dong; Ding Dong.' ('Billboard' magazine, January 04, 1975)

George Harrison, ‘Ding Dong; Ding Dong.’ (‘Billboard’ magazine, January 04, 1975)

“Ring out the old, ring in the new.”

40 years ago, George Harrison sang us into a new year. Daily 70s Ad #355: George Harrison, ‘Ding Dong; Ding Dong’ originally appeared in the January 04, 1975 issue of Billboard magazine.

(Source: Billboard)

Previously on Daily 70s Ad: Marx Games, ‘Magic Shot’ (1974)

(Holiday Repeat): ‘Rudolph’s Shiny New Year’ – ‘Turn Back The Years’ (1976)

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Happy almost-New Year! On this last day of 2014, I’m pleased to bring you a 70s-style holiday repeat from last year. See you in 2015.

"Live the days of 'remember when'" ('Turn Back the Years,' 1976)

“Live the days of ‘remember when'” (‘Turn Back the Years,’ 1976)

Hectic holiday helpers! Since the new year is fast approaching, here’s something to help you catch your breath; “Turn Back the Years” from Rankin/Bass’ 1976 Animagic holiday special, Rudolph’s Shiny New Year.

This short and sweet tune is sung by Red Skelton, with music & lyrics by Johnny Marks. It was arranged & conducted by Maury Laws. Sing along!

‘Rudolph’s Shiny New Year’: ‘Turn Back The Years,’ 1976

Daily 70s Ad: Marx Games, ‘Magic Shot’ (1974)

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Marx Games, ‘Magic Shot.' ('Ebony' magazine, December, 1974)

Marx Games, ‘Magic Shot. (‘Ebony’ magazine, December, 1974)

“Marx makes games that everyone can have fun playing.”

Marx Games, makers of Magic Shot, TV Tennis, and Skee Whee. Daily 70s Ad #354: Marx Games, ‘Magic Shot’ originally appeared in the December, 1974 issue of Ebony magazine.

(Source: Ebony)

Previously on Daily 70s Ad: The Osmonds, ‘Incredible Year’ (1971)

Daily 70s Ad: The Osmonds, ‘Incredible Year’ (1971)

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The Osmonds, ‘Incredible Year.' ('Billboard' magazine, December 25, 1971)

The Osmonds, ‘Incredible Year.’ (‘Billboard’ magazine, December 25, 1971)

“Thanks For An Incredible Year.”

The Osmonds were kinda popular in 1971. Daily 70s Ad #353: The Osmonds, ‘Incredible Year’ originally appeared in the December 25, 1971 issue of Billboard magazine.

(Source: Billboard)

Previously on Daily 70s Ad: Mazda GLC Hatchback (1977)

Daily 70s Ad: Mazda GLC Hatchback (1977)

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Mazda GLC Hatchback. ('Popular Mechanics' magazine, December, 1977)

Mazda GLC Hatchback. (‘Popular Mechanics’ magazine, December, 1977)

“You’re gonna love our Great Little Car.”

Three grand – that’s a “great little price.” Daily 70s Ad #352: Mazda GLC Hatchback originally appeared in the December, 1977 issue of Popular Mechanics magazine.

(Source: Popular Mechanics)

Previously on Daily 70s Ad: PBS TV Series, ‘Feeling Good’ (1974)