Daily 70s Ad: Adidas ‘Back to School’ (1977)

(Click to enlarge) “It’s been a great summer, but now’s the time to gear-up to the new school season, In adidas.” This kid looks like a Brit Rocker from the early 90s. Daily 70s Ad #205: Adidas ‘Back to School’ … Continue reading

Music For Monday: Heart, ‘Barracuda’ (1977)

It’s a hard rockin’ Music for Monday with Heart and “Barracuda.” “Barracuda” was released as a single in January of 1977 and appeared on Heart’s Little Queen L.P. The hard-riffing tune made it to #11 on Billboard’s US “Hot 100.” … Continue reading

Sunday 70s Spots: Herb Edelman For Midas & Texaco (1977)

“Midas built a business for people who can’t wait.” Today, I’ve got two car-related commercials (from February and November of 1977) starring Herb Edleman. First, a spot for Midas and after that, one for Texaco. 1970s folks will best remember … Continue reading

Daily 70s Ad: Greg Morris For MacNaughton Whisky (1977)

(Click to enlarge) “When you’re good, people notice.” It’s Greg Morris of Mission: Impossible fame for Canadian hooch. Daily 70s Ad #162: Greg Morris For MacNaughton Whisky originally appeared in the June, 1977 issue of Cincinnati magazine. (Source: Cincinnati) Previously … Continue reading

Daily 70s Ad: Coke ‘Block Party’ (1977)

(Click to enlarge) “Times when good food and good folks meet, partying in the apartment or even dancing in the street.” Summertime ’77 style. Daily 70s Ad #156: Coke ‘Block Party’ originally appeared in the July 14, 1977 issue of … Continue reading