70s Spots: Raid & Monroe Shocks ‘Indy 500’ (1975)

“The toughest Raid we’ve ever made.” Two spots from July of 1975 on display today. First, we have one for Raid bug spray. After that, Al Unser races the Indy 500 on Monroe Shocks. Raid Commercial (1975) Monroe Shocks ‘Indy … Continue reading

70s Spots: GE Clock Radio (Sammy Davis Jr.) & Ultra Ban 5000 (1974)

“Dig the buttons!” Another hip and happening spot for General Electric today featuring Sammy Davis Jr.. This one features the latest in digital clock radios and aired in November of 1974. Who knew Sammy was so into electronics design and … Continue reading

70s Spots: Sunbeam Shaver (Chuck Connors) & Midas (Vic Tayback, 1973)

“Designed to get all the beard you’ve got.” We’re visiting the fall of 1973 today. First up, we have Chuck Connors (The Rifleman) for Sunbeam Shavemaster Shavers. The commercial aired in October of ’73. After that, good ol’ Vic Tayback … Continue reading

70s Spots: EF Hutton (J. Paul Getty) & Paper Mate (Johnny Brown, 1972)

“When EF Hutton talks – people listen.” The following commercials aired in October of 1972 and they couldn’t be more different to one another. First, a spot for EF Hutton wherein 79 year old wealthy industrialist, J.Paul Getty greets us … Continue reading

70s Spots: United Airlines ‘Hawaii’ (Brian Forster) & TWA 747s (Lou Jacobi, 1970)

“Fly the friendly skies of United.” Two spots today from the top of the decade featuring those newfangled 747 planes. First, we have a United Airlines “Hawaii Service” commercial starring Brian Forster from The Partridge Family. The spot aired in … Continue reading