70s Spots: Schaefer Beer (1976)

“Imagine the single best-tasting beer you’ve ever had!” Here’s a pair of twice-brewed Schaefer Beer commercials from April of 1976. The first spot touts the brand’s “Old World” brewing style. The second spot takes places at a boxing match with … Continue reading

70s Spots: Old Spice Shave Cream (1973) & Deodorant (Larry Csonka, 1978)

“Mister, your ship has just come in!” A pair of vintage Old Spice commercials for you today. First, we have a fluffy, floating ship made of Old Spice Shave Cream in a spot from October of 1973. Second, one of … Continue reading

70s Spots: Mr. Microphone & GTE Phone Mart (1979)

“Hey, good lookin’! We’ll be back to pick you up later!” Today, we take a look at some fancy Seventies technology. First up, RONCO’s Mr. Microphone! This particular spot aired in November of 1979 (and many more times in the … Continue reading

70s Spots: Mr. Bubble & Mille Bornes Card Game (1974)

“Take a bath with Mr. Bubble!” Here’s a classic, animated Mr. Bubble commercial with an Old West theme from September of 1974. I was a fan of ol’ Mr. Bubble and had a few tubfuls of the stuff as a … Continue reading

70s Spots: ‘Ice Capades’ (1978) & ‘A Chorus Line’ (1979)

“A dazzling jubilee of fun and color!” Let’s take in a show! First, we’ll visit the Ice Capades’ “Magic”-themed extravaganza in a commercial from March 1978. Afterwards, we’ll take our seats for the touring production of A Chorus Line in … Continue reading

70s Spots: ‘Captain & Tennille’ Show & Avon Cosmetics (1977)

“It’s the new 1977 Capt. and Tennille!” Happy 1977 Day! (Yeah, I just made that up). Here’s a pair of commercials from that double-digit year. First up, a January ABC promo for the Captain & Tennille show. Guest stars include … Continue reading