Tri-Sport 3-Wheel Vehicle. (‘Popular Science’ magazine, November 1971) “Gentle, gentle footsteps – wouldn’t mash a marshmallow.” Crazy, baby! Tri-Sport 3-Wheel Vehicle originally appeared in the November 1971 issue of Popular Science magazine. (Source: Popular Science) Previously on Rad Ads: ‘The … Continue reading
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“Vegas are very happy cars.” A pair of Chevy spots roll into view for today’s Seventies commercials. First, we have a collection of bright yellow ’73 Vegas on display in a fast-moving spot from November of 1972. Afterward, you’ll enjoy … Continue reading
On this edition of Music for Monday we check in on the Bee Gees. Here they are performing the happy-sad classic, “How Can You Mend A Broken Heart” on European TV in 1971. “How Can You Mend A Broken Heart” … Continue reading
Top o’ the Monday mornin’ to ya. Here’s James Gang, featuring Joe Walsh on vocals and blistering guitar, playing “Walk Away” live on European TV in 1971. “Walk Away” was James Gang’s biggest hit (Billboard “Hot 100” #51) and appeared … Continue reading
Loretta Lynn’s signature tune, “Coal Miner’s Daughter” was recorded in October of 1969 and released in May of 1970. This classic, written by Lynn about her Kentucky upbringing, rose to #1 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart and was … Continue reading
Ringo Starr’s “It Don’t Come Easy” released in April of 1971 and rose to the top 5 on various music charts around the world including the US, UK and Canada. Below, you’ll find a ’71 promotional film for the single … Continue reading