70s Spots: Sears, Resilio, Arco, Ford Torino (1970-73)

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” The number 1 clean-up machine. “

I hope everyone is having a wonderful 2019. Granted, we’re just getting started – but it’s gonna be a good one. Right?!

Let’s dive into our first post of the new year. Today, we’ve scrounged up commercials for Sears Lady Kenmore trash compactor, Resilio neckwear, Arco gasoline, and the 1971 Ford Torino. Get crushing!

Sears Trash Compactor Commercial (1973)

Sears Lady Kenmore Trash Compactor aired November 1973.

’70s Fashion: Resilio ‘Talking Neckties’ (1972)

Resilio neckwear aired November 1972.

Arco ‘Out Of Gas’ Commercial (1971)

Arco Supreme Gasoline aired August 1971.

’71 Ford Torino Commercial (1970)

’71 Ford Torino aired November 1970.

Previously on 70s Spots: Chevy Camaro, Levi’s, Merlin Game, Ramada Inn (1976-79)

More Sears: 70s Spots (Winter Holidays): Sears Dynaglass Snow Tires (1971)

More Ford Torino: Daily 70s Ad: Ford Gran Torino Duo (1972)

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

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Great jumping juniper! Has another year gone by already? Certainly seems so, therefore, as is tradition…Happy New Year everyone! I hope you have a wonderful 2019. Enjoy a Rankin/Bass holiday repeat from previous years.

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

(Holiday Repeat) 70s Spots: ‘New Year’s Rockin’ Eve’ Promo (Dick Clark, 1977)

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Happy New Year from all the gang!

“Rock in the New Year with Dick Clark.”

If it’s the Seventies and you’re in front of the TV on New Year’s Eve – then you’re tuning in Dick Clark. No two ways about it. This short New Year’s Rockin’ Eve clip aired over 40 years ago on December 30, 1977. Looks like Suzanne Somers (Three’s Company) and Robert Hegyes (Welcome Back, Kotter) were joining in the festivities.

I hope everyone has a wonderful New Year’s Eve and a safe and happy 2019. Happy New Year!

‘NEW YEAR’S ROCKIN’ EVE’ PROMO (DICK CLARK, 1977)

70s Spots: Chevy Camaro, Levi’s, Merlin Game, Ramada Inn (1976-79)

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“The Electronic Wizard!”

2018 is coming to a close and what better way to wrap up the year than to take in some vintage Seventies commercials. This batch features Parker Brothers electronic Merlin game from 1978. I had one of these and enjoyed playing it for a short while. There was only so much fun to be had from a series of flashing red lights though.

Other spots on-tap today include one of those dreamy animated Levi’s spots, the new ’77 Chevy Camaro, and one for Ramada Inn.

’77 Camaro Commercial (1976)

’77 Camaro aired November 1976.

Classic Animated Levi’s Commercial (1977)

Animated Levi’s with narration by Ken Nordine aired September 1977.

Merlin Electronic Game Commercial (1978)

Parker Brothers’ Merlin game with narration by (I believe) Paul Frees aired November 1978.

Ramada Inn Hotel Commercial (1979)

Ramada Inn aired November 1979.

Previously on 70s Spots: 70s Spots (Holidays): Pepsi, ‘Little House,’ DeBeers, Sears (1978-79)

More Chevy Camaro: 70s Spots: ’79 Chevy Camaro & AMC Concord (1978)

More Levi’s: 70s Spots: Fashion Time – Kmart Boys’ Wear & Levi’s Sportswear (1979)

More Parker Brothers: Daily 70s Ad: Parker Brothers Code Name: Sector Electronic Board Game (1978)

Holiday Repeat: Brady Bunch Moments/Partridge Pop: Christmas Extravaganza

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The Brady Bunch and The Partridge Family Christmas L.P.s (1970/1971)

The Brady Bunch and The Partridge Family Christmas L.P.s (1970/1971)

Merry Christmas everyone! To celebrate the day we’re blending together two segments – Brady Bunch Moments and Partridge Pop – into one glorious explosion of holiday cheer. A messy and fun December treat!

BRADY BUNCH MOMENTS

The Bradys looking a mite uncomfortable for Christmas

The Bradys looking a mite uncomfortable for Christmas

In this edition of Brady Bunch Moments we feature the first season episode of The Brady Bunch from December 19, 1969. Carol loses her voice and lo-and-behold gets it back just in time to sing for Christmas. It’s a gol’ dang miracle!

The Brady Bunch, ‘O Come All Ye Faithful,’ December, 1969

PARTRIDGE POP

There's probably a clever joke to made here about Partridges and pear trees - but I'm feeling lazy

There’s probably a clever joke to made here about Partridges and pear trees – but I’m feeling lazy

On Partridge Pop, we bring you a holiday nugget from season two, “Don’t Bring Your Guns To Town, Santa,” which originally aired on December 11, 1971. Stick with the clip through the first few moments to watch the family sing “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” and cavort around the tree.

The Partridge Family, ‘Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas,’ December, 1971

Read about the L.P.s: Merry Christmas From The Brady Bunch (1970) and A Partridge Family Christmas Card (1971)

*Note: This Holiday Repeat originally appeared on Bionic Disco in 2012.

70s Spots (Holidays): Pepsi, ‘Little House,’ DeBeers, Sears (1978-79)

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“Try not to open before Christmas…”

A very merry Christmas to everyone celebrating the day! Here’s another batch of holiday-themed commercials. These originally aired in 1978 and ’79. Keep warm and cozy and enjoy!

Pepsi ‘Disney Christmas’ Commercial (1979)

Pepsi ‘Disney Christmas’ aired November 1979.

‘Little House On The Prairie’ Christmas Promo (1978)

‘Little House On The Prairie’/’Sunshine Christmas’ Promo aired December 25, 1978.

DeBeers Diamonds Commercial (Xmas, 1979)

DeBeers Diamonds aired December 1979.

Sears Holiday Commercial (1979)

Sears Holiday aired December 1979.

Previously on 70s Spots: (Holidays): Disney Albums, Gimbels, Magnavox Odyssey, Publix (1974-79)

More Pepsi at Bionic Disco: 70s Spots: ‘Have A Pepsi Day!’ (Sigourney Weaver, 1977)
More Michael Landon at Bionic Disco: 70s Spots (Winter Holidays): Kodak Camera (Michael Landon, 1979)
More Sears at Bionic Disco: 70s Spots (Winter Holidays): Sears Dynaglass Snow Tires (1971)