“Kid, precious kid…” (The Pretenders, 1979)
Good Monday to you, Bionic people. Here’s one too good to pass up. Chrissie Hynde and the original line-up of The Pretenders performing “Kid” on the UK’s Top of the Pops in July of 1979.
“Kid” was released as a single in summer, 1979 before the release of the band’s debut L.P. in December of that year. The album debuted at #1 in the UK and hit the top 10 in the US.
Previously on Music for Monday: Al Green, ‘Love And Happiness’ (Live, 1973)
Yep, that’s Shep – with just a pinch between his teeth and gums.
“I love soccer. I love tobacco.”
Time to kick our Daily 70s Spot into the net. Here’s another Skoal smokeless tobacco commercial. This one features soccer star, Shep Messing. Messing played for the 1972 U.S. soccer team, the New York Cosmos and the Boston Minutemen, among others. Spot aired in March of 1978.
Previously on Daily 70s Spot: Budweiser Beer ‘When Do you Say Bud?’ #2 (1977)
“After the work is done, while you’re still having fun…” (Budweiser commercial, 1977)
“The King of Beers is waiting for your call.”
Let us now drink up our Daily 70s Spot. Here’s another Budweiser beer commercial featuring the “When do you say Budweiser?’ song. Spot aired in July of 1977.
Previously on Daily 70s Spot: Lucky Charms ‘Surfboard’ (Late 1970s)
“I’ll make a surfboard and glide away!” (Lucky Charms commercial, late 1970s)
“Always after me Lucky Charms!”
Hey, it’s me birthday! Therefore, today’s Daily 70s Spot will feature one of my favorite childhood treats. Here’s a Lucky Charms breakfast cereal commercial with a surfboarding Lucky the Leprechaun. Spot aired in the late 1970s (likely summer, 1978).
Previously on Daily 70s Spot: Bob Hope For Texaco Havoline Oil (1978)
“Comin’ right at you!” (‘New Zoo Revue,’ 1972)
New Zoo Revue originally ran in syndication from 1972 to 1977. This children’s show featured a married couple, Doug Momary and Emily Peden (Emmy Jo), and costumed animals; Freddie the Frog, Henrietta Hippo and Charlie the Owl. The aim was to teach kids important life lessons on subjects such as sharing or patience.
I watched New Zoo Revue on numerous occasions, but even as a child found the costumed characters of Freddie and Henrietta somewhat annoying. Here’s the intro and it’s sure to bring back mixed emotions and memories.
Interesting note: Bob Holt, the voice of Charlie the Owl, also provided the voice for Avatar in Ralph Bakshi’s Wizards.
Previously on Funshine Friday: Brady Bunch Kids Live At The Hollywood Bowl (Thanksgiving, 1973)
“Hey, I gotta tell ya…” (Bob Hope for Texaco, 1978)
“Protect your car like a trooper.”
Time to pop the hood on our Daily 70s Spot. Here’s another Texaco commercial featuring actor/comedian Bob Hope. In this spot, Hope espouses the virtues of Havoline motor oil. Spot aired in March of 1978.
Previously on Daily 70s Spot: Betty Crocker Potatoes (1974)