“Watch out for the Rock Brigade!” (Def Leppard, 1979)
Here’s a rare one for you. Quintessential 80s band, Def Leppard performing “Rock Brigade” in 1979.
“Rock Brigade” was recorded in December of 1979 and appeared on the band’s debut L.P., On Through the Night. The tune was released as a US single in May of 1980. Click below to view the fledgling band in the 70s…baby.
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Volkswagen Bus. (‘LIFE’ magazine, May 07, 1971)
“…The Volkswagen is short and high and really quite ugly.”
A bit of rare, self-depreciating advertising. Daily 70s Ad #121: Volkswagen Bus originally appeared in the May 07, 1971 issue of LIFE magazine.
(Source: LIFE)
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Happy Mother’s Day!? (Miller Lite commercial, 1979)
“Everything you always wanted in a beer…and less.”
Happy Mother’s Day! Let’s celebrate by knocking back two frosty, sports-oriented commercials for Miller Lite beer.
First, we have a February, 1977 spot with Pro Football Hall of Famer, Deacon Jones (d. June 03, 2013). Jones was best known for his defensive end work with the L.A. Rams and San Diego Chargers. Second, we check in with legendary Boston Celtics coach and president, Red Auerbach in a spot from February ’79.
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Texaco Presents Danny Kaye’s Metropolitan Opera. (‘New York’ magazine, April 28, 1975)
“Let Danny Kaye lead you and your whole family on a wonderful, one-hour magical tour through the fascinating world of opera.”
The Court Jester does his best to make opera fun for all. Daily 70s Ad #120: Texaco Presents Danny Kaye’s Metropolitan Opera originally appeared in the April 28, 1975 issue of New York magazine.
(Source: New York)
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Keeping your 70s locks shiny and clean. (Johnson’s Baby Shampoo commercial, 1976)
The weekend is here and that means it’s time to roll out the commercials. We’ll title today “Grooming Day” and present spots for Johnson’s Baby Shampoo and Lectric Shave. Both spots aired in February of 1976.
I believe that’s Tim Matheson playing the “Quarterback” in the Johnson’s Shampoo commercial. He says the line: “Shampoo for babies has to be gentle.” Also, the actor in the Lectric Shave commercial is very familiar but my mind is blanking on a name. See what you think on both counts. Now, go get spruced up!
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Al Green ‘L-O-V-E.’ (‘Billboard’ magazine, Feb. 22, 1975)
“Al Green’s new single.”
This would have been perfect for Valentine’s Day, but any day is good for Al Green and love. Daily 70s Ad #119: Al Green ‘L-O-V-E’ originally appeared in the February 22, 1975 issue of Billboard magazine.
(Source: Billboard)
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