The theme for the day is 1972 and I have four vintage commercials for you. Fire up the projector and welcome Kellogg’s Corn Flakes, the G.I. Joe Mobile Support Vehicle, Tab Cola, and the Wurlitzer Funmaker Organ. KELLOGG’S CORN FLAKES … Continue reading
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Here’s something you don’t see or hear every day – the Four Tops covering the Moody Blues. In the fall of 1971, the Tops released their version of “A Simple Game” in various European territories and it climbed to #3 … Continue reading
Wings, ‘Mary Had A Little Lamb’ ad via Billboard, June 10, 1972 Paul McCartney and Wings released their version of the fairy tale sing-a-long “Mary Had A Little Lamb” in early summer of 1972. This non-LP single arrived in the … Continue reading
I’ve got some seventies advertising for you today. Surprised? I didn’t think so. First, two spots from 1971; Kraft Macaroni & Cheese Dinner and Brunswick’s Blueberry Fling bowling ball. Second, from ’72; Fruit of the Loom underwear starring Howard Cosell … Continue reading
Chicago’s Brighter Side of Darkness released their “Love Jones” single in late 1972 and by February, 1973 it had reached #16 on the US Hot 100 and been certified Gold. The tune was written by young band members Ralph Eskridge … Continue reading
An eclectic selection of early to mid-seventies commercials on display today. First up, we have Hasbro’s Wacky Wheel toy in a goofy spot I think you’ll enjoy. Following that, it’s an animated ad for GE light bulbs, the 1974 Chevy … Continue reading