70s Spots: ‘Adventures Of The Wilderness Family’ & ‘Goodbye Norma Jean’ (1976)

“The best motion picture you will see this year.” Well, it’s all subjective, I guess. On the projector today, we have two lesser-remembered movies and their TV promos. First, The Adventures of the Wilderness Family. After that, a story of … Continue reading

70s Spots: 9-Lives & Bran Chex (1977)

“Nutritious foods cats really like.” Here’s world-renowned feline, Morris the Cat, for 9-Lives cat food. This classic 70s mascot is voiced by actor, John Irwin. After the 9-Lives spot, we have the introduction of Purina’s human food, Bran Chex. Both … Continue reading

70s Spots: ‘Brady Bunch’ & ‘Partridge Family’ Promos (1971)

“Remember us? We’re the Brady family.” To start off the new week, I’ve got a couple of humdingers for you. ABC fall promos for The Brady Bunch and The Partridge Family. Both spots aired in November of 1971. Please enjoy, … Continue reading

70s Spots: Muhammad Ali & Farrah Fawcett For Mercury (1974)

“We think it’s The Greatest.” Another double-header today (the awesome spots are piling up high at ‘Disco HQ). First up, Lincoln-Mercury broke the bank and grabbed Muhammad Ali for a ’75 Monarch spot. After that, it’s a pre-Charlie’s Angels Farrah … Continue reading