70s Commercials: KFC, ‘Flick Your Bic!,’ GE Microwaves, Alberto VO5 (1976)

“Real goodness from Kentucky Fried Chicken!” You can soak up some hearty 1976 vibes in today’s assortment of vintage commercials. We start off with Kentucky Fried Chicken’s “Real Goodness” campaign, move on to a classic “Flick your Bic” spot, and … Continue reading

70s Commercials: Jell-O Soft Swirl, Rockwell Drill, Tastykake Mascot, Sugar Twin (1972-75)

“Treat your family like company.” Hello, and welcome to a warm August. Let’s dial back the commercial time machine to the years 1972 through 1975. First up, a spot for Jell-O’s Soft Swirl dessert. This one features Denise Nickerson of … Continue reading

70s Commercials: Swift Sausage, Spain Tourism, Borateem, Gaines Burgers (1976-77)

“More meat to eat.” Get your minds out of the darn gutter and enjoy a vintage commercial starring Brownie, the animated Swift Sausage mascot. There’s nothing creepy or weird going on here at all…probably. Along with Brownie, you’ll find spots … Continue reading

70s Commercials: ‘Chug-A-Lug A Lipton!,’ Poppin’ Fresh Crescent Rolls, Handi Wipes, GE Dishwasher (1976)

“Chug-a-Lug a Lipton!” On this installment of “Ye Olde Advertisements” we linger in the year 1976 for a few minutes. Have a loving look at spots for Lipton Iced Tea (“Chug-a-Lug a Lipton!,” Pillsbury Poppin’ Fresh Crescent Rolls (with the … Continue reading

70s Commercials: Hawaiian Punch, Chevy Monte Carlo, Ragu, Reggie Bar (1978)

It’s 1978 here at the ‘Disco and we’re laying out four prime examples of the era for your edification. Firstly, you can consume an animated Punchy & Oaf commercial for Hawaiian Punch. After that, move on to spots for the … Continue reading

70s Commercials: Charmin, Brunswick, Grape-Nuts, Colgate & More! (1970-79)

Alrighty! More vintage commercials on their way right this moment. And – it’s a double-batch! Get settled in for early seventies spots for Charmin (with Mr. Whipple, of course), Brunswick bowling balls (with Dave Soutar), Prime dog food, and Bonus … Continue reading