70s Spots: Chevy Camaro, Levi’s, Merlin Game, Ramada Inn (1976-79)

“The Electronic Wizard!” 2018 is coming to a close and what better way to wrap up the year than to take in some vintage Seventies commercials. This batch features Parker Brothers electronic Merlin game from 1978. I had one of … Continue reading

70s Spots (Holidays): Pepsi, ‘Little House,’ DeBeers, Sears (1978-79)

“Try not to open before Christmas…” A very merry Christmas to everyone celebrating the day! Here’s another batch of holiday-themed commercials. These originally aired in 1978 and ’79. Keep warm and cozy and enjoy! Pepsi ‘Disney Christmas’ Commercial (1979) Pepsi … 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: Stove Top, Abbotts Ice Cream, EarthGrains, Freshen-Up Gum (1975-78)

So smooth & creamy. Hey there! Today, I’ve got a quartet of food commercials lined up for you. These spots aired 1975 through 1978. Our big star on display is a 4-year-old Peter Billingsley (at least, I’m pretty dang sure … Continue reading

70s Spots: Polaroid, Kodak, Ford, Bounty (1978)

“Seconds after you shoot – you’ve got it…” Howdy, ‘Disco pardners and welcome to December! Our vintage commercial theme this time around is “The Celebrities of Fall 1978.” With that in mind, we have appearances by Danny Kaye, Michael Landon, … 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