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Music For Monday: Pink Lady, ‘Kiss In The Dark’ (1979)

Posted on July 21, 2014 by David Moore

“Because you kiss in the dark and run away…” (Pink Lady, 1979)

To go along with today’s Daily 70s Ad we have a video of Pink Lady performing “Kiss in the Dark” in 1979.

You may remember the name Pink Lady. You may remember their short-lived TV series. But do you remember this song? I sure didn’t and it cracked the top 40 in July of 1979, reaching a high of #37. To this day, Pink Lady are only the second Japanese artist to make it into the US top 40. The other being Kyu Sakamoto in 1963.

Pink Lady: ‘Kiss In The Dark,’ 1979

Previously on Music for Monday: Elvis Costello, ‘(What’s So Funny ‘Bout) Peace, Love, And Understanding’ (1978)

Daily 70s Ad: Pink Lady ‘Kiss In The Dark’ L.P. (1979)

Posted on July 21, 2014 by David Moore

Pink Lady ‘Kiss In The Dark’ L.P. (‘Billboard’ magazine, July 14, 1979)

“First Japan gave us superb cars, radios, stereos, cameras, watches & sake. Now, Japan has given us… Pink Lady. It’s the finest gift of all.”

Who’s celebrating the 35th anniversary of the Kiss in the Dark single and L.P. with me?! I know, you probably prefer the follow-up L.P., We Are Sexy. Daily 70s Ad #191: Pink Lady ‘Kiss In The Dark’ L.P. originally appeared in the July 14, 1979 issue of Billboard magazine.

(Source: Billboard)

Previously on Daily 70s Ad: Robert Morley For BOAC (1972)

James Garner In ‘The Rockford Files’ (1974)

Posted on July 20, 2014 by David Moore

James Garner in ‘The Rockford Files,’ 1974

Sad news this morning that actor James Garner died Saturday at the age of 86. Therefore, we interrupt our usual programming for a quick look back at the intro for The Rockford Files.

The Rockford Files starred James Garner as private detective, Jim Rockford and originally ran on NBC from September, 1974 to July, 1980. Enjoy the show’s intro below. A search of YouTube will bring up much more of the famed series for those who wish to reminisce.

The Rockford Files Wiki, IMDb

The Rockford Files TV Intro, 1974

More James Garner at Bionic Disco: 70s Spots: Polaroid – Garner & Hartley

Daily 70s Ad: Robert Morley For BOAC (1972)

Posted on July 20, 2014 by David Moore

Robert Morley For BOAC. (‘LIFE’ magazine, June 09, 1972)

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“BOAC takes good care of you.”

Actor Robert Morley for BOAC (British Overseas Airways Corporation), which later became British Airways. Daily 70s Ad #190: Robert Morley For BOAC originally appeared in the June 09, 1972 issue of LIFE magazine.

(Source: LIFE)

Previously on Daily 70s Ad: Seagram’s Red Baron (1974)

Saturday 70s Spots: Toy Commercial Collection (1970s)

Posted on July 19, 2014 by David Moore

“What would you trade for a new ’71 Superfast?!” (Matchbox commercial, 1971)

Hello ‘DiscoPals. Seeing as how YouTube hasn’t allowed me to edit any new videos (I like to fix the audio/video and add my logo) for the past 15 hours, I can’t post any new spots. Never fear! I’ve found an excellent collection of vintage 1970s toy commercials posted by haikarate4.

There’s a focus on Hasbro and Romper Room spots, but you’ll find lots of variety within. There are many classics included, such as Hungry Hippos and Charlie’s Angels dolls, and there are a few spots you’ll never have seen before. Roll ’em!