“Low cost, fast-action games.” Here’s a good Christmas spot for Radio Shack featuring their line-up of knock-off electronic video games. The commercial aired in November of 1979. Bleep bleep, blorp blorp! Radio Shack Electronic Games Commercial, Xmas, 1979 Previously on … Continue reading
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“The big train for small hands.” As promised yesterday, here’s country singing sensation Johnny Cash for Lionel Trains. The spot aired in December of 1976. “I hear the train a comin’…It’s rolling round the bend…” Johnny Cash For Lionel Trains, … Continue reading
“Don’t give your children anything less than your father gave you.” Today, let’s peek at a Lionel Trains commercial with a Christmas theme. Grandpa’s hobby is pretty impressive. I wonder how grandma feels about all of this. The spot aired … Continue reading
“Holidays were made for Michelob.” More holiday beer on-tap today. This time we have John Forsythe (Charlie’s Angels) holding court for Michelob beer. The spot aired in December of 1979. Michelob Beer Holidays Commercial, John Forsythe, 1979 Previously on 70s … Continue reading
“This Christmas card was sent to you by the people at Miller High Life.” Time for a holiday greeting from our close friends at Miller High Life. Remember, folks, if you drink – don’t sleigh ride. If you sleigh ride … Continue reading
“Today’s way to pay.” BankAmericard began phasing in the new name of “Visa” in 1976. However, it’s interesting to note that in this December, 1976 spot they’re still touting the BankAmericard moniker. Charge it below. BankAmericard (Visa) Holidays Commercial, 1976 … Continue reading