70s Spots: ‘Sha Na Na,’ ‘Bionic Woman,’ ‘Juggernaut’ Movie, & ‘Apocalypse Now’ (1974-79)

Hi, folks. In case you’ve been wondering about the lack of updates here the past week that would be due to my coming down with the flu. Or the world’s worst cold. I don’t know. I do know it’s been … Continue reading

70s Spots: Coors, Schlitz, Country Club, Miller (1970-79)

“Taste the High Country.” Is it February already? Sheesh! Well, let’s raise a glass to it then. Today, you’ll find beer-drinkin’ commercials for Coors, Schlitz, Country Club malt liquor, and Miller High Life. Quaff ’em with gusto. Coors Beer Commercial … Continue reading

70s Spots: ’75 Ford Pinto, Maverick & Granada, Flair, GE (1974)

“NC – no extra charge!” On this fine day, we’ve got commercials featuring a trio of Ford vehicles for 1975 – the Maverick, Pinto, and Granada. In addition, you can take in spots for Flair pens and GE’s latest dishwasher. … Continue reading

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

“A home video game built right into the set.” Holiday time is here. Today, and in a few days, we’ll have some Christmas-themed commercials on display. Grab a mug of hot chocolate, kick off your shoes and enjoy spots for … Continue reading

70s Spots: Flair Pens, Alka-Seltzer, TWA, RCA (1974-77)

“10 big, bright, washable colors!” Greetings! I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving. Today, there’s no real theme to the old commercials, just one from each year covering 1974 to 1977. Have at ’em. Animated Flair Pens Commercial (1974) Flair … Continue reading

70s Spots: Big Red Gum & Oh Henry! (1975), Gatorade & Sucrets (1974)

“A big, strong flavor!” Hello and happy November. Here’s a new batch of old spots for your edification. We’ve got a cigarette-style Big Red chewing gum commercial and an Oh Henry! candy bar spot from 1975. The Oh Henry! ad … Continue reading