‘Brand new Aurora Factory Experimentals…’ (1971)
“Aurora. We’re for real.”
Our Daily 70s Spot is fast, cool and fun for kids of all ages. “Brand new” Aurora AFX model race cars. Spot aired in October of 1971.
Previously on Daily 70s Spot: Wang Computers (1977)
Paul Lynde is meaner than a junkyard dog (‘Sandy Duncan Special,’ 1974)
From the Terrible/Wonderful file: Here’s Paul Lynde and Sandy Duncan performing Jim Croce’s “Bad, Bad Leroy Brown.”
The clip finds the duo presenting the pop hit in a Laugh-In meets 1920’s style and comes from the Sandy Duncan Special which aired in November of 1974. John Davidson makes a brief appearance near the end. Enjoy with non-ironic glee.
(Source: Dangerous Minds)
Previously on Mood Music: Elton John, ‘Tiny Dancer’ (live ’71)
When Wang was a thang (Michael Vale for Wang Computers, 1977)
“Nobody’s hungrier than Wang.”
Our Daily 70s Spot is a Wang Computers commercial with a David & Goliath theme. You may recognize the boardroom boss in this one. It’s actor Michael Vale who became well-known a bit later as the Dunkin’ Donuts “Time to make the donuts” guy. Spot aired in December of 1977. Wang Computers filed for bankruptcy in 1992 and was bought out in 1999.
Previously on Daily 70s Spot: Pabst Blue Ribbon beer brewery (1975)
Gene Wilder is Sigerson Holmes in ‘The Adventure of Sherlock Holmes’ Smarter Brother,’ 1975
Gene Wilder‘s directorial debut, The Adventure of Sherlock Holmes’ Smarter Brother, hit theaters in December of 1975. The comedy starred Wilder as Sherlock’s brother, Sigerson Holmes, Marty Feldman as Sgt. Orville Stanley Sacker and Madeline Kahn as Jenny Hill. The film did quite well financially, making it onto the Top 20 box office list for the year.
Marty Feldman is Sgt. Sacker in ‘The Adventure of Sherlock Holmes’ Smarter Brother,’ 1975
The Adventure of Sherlock Holmes’ Smarter Brother focuses on a case involving an opera and a document stolen from Queen Victoria. Co-stars in the film include Dom DeLuise, Leo McKern and Roy Kinnear. Vincent Canby of The New York Times enjoyed the movie and his 1975 review said Wilder “makes an impressive debut as a comedy director.” Other reviews were mixed.
The Adventure of Sherlock Holmes’ Smarter Brother Wiki, IMDb
The Adventure of Sherlock Holmes’ Smarter Brother review at Every70sMovie
Previously on Trailer Tuesday: ‘The Phantom Tollbooth’ (1970)
Thirsty? (Pabst Blue Ribbon, 1975)
“Since 1844 – the quality has always come through.”
Our Daily 70s Spot is a history-tinged Pabst Blue Ribbon beer commercial featuring a visit to the brewery. Spot aired in December of 1975.
Previously on Daily 70s Spot: Alberto Balsam Light & Fresh Shampoo (1977)
‘Where ya going?’ ‘Barcelona.’ (‘Company,’ 1970)
And now for something completely different for Monday’s music. A wonderful tune from 1970s Broadway.
Here’s Dean Jones (who you’ll remember from Disney films like The Love Bug) and Susan Browning performing “Barcelona” from the Stephen Sondheim musical Company. Company opened in 1970 and won the Tony Award for Best Musical. The clip below comes from a documentary by D.A. Pennebaker which filmed the recording of the original cast L.P.
Previously on Music for Monday: Music for Earth Day: ‘The Lorax,’ ‘Under the Trees’ (1972)