Monthly Archives: June 2011

Evel Soars on Harley ’75

Posted on June 19, 2011 by

Here’s a totally radical magazine ad for you from 1975. Evel Knievel for Harley-Davidson – featuring “Knievel’s own XR-750″ and other nifty AMF Harleys such as the FXE-1200 and the Z-90. No, I don’t really know my bikes but Evel … Continue reading →

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TV Time: Star Wars Droid Factory

Posted on June 17, 2011 by

Hey Kids! It’s time for another vintage Star Wars toy commercial – this time circa 1979. The Star Wars Droid Factory let kids build a three-legged R2 unit and even create their own droids from scratch. I didn’t have this … Continue reading →

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TV Time: ABC Sunday Night Movie – The Longest Yard

Posted on June 12, 2011 by

Recorded off the TV in 1979, this ABC Sunday Night Movie promo urges you to watch this evening’s flick – Burt Reynold’s 1974 prison football comedy – The Longest Yard. In the late 70s, Cable TV was in a fledgeling … Continue reading →

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Paul McCartney & Wings: Junior’s Farm

Posted on June 6, 2011 by

Recorded in Nashville, Tennessee and released 25 October, 1974 – Paul McCartney & Wings’ single Junior’s Farm rode the tractor of success all the way to #3 in the US charts and #16 in the UK. “You should have seen … Continue reading →

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Rolling Stones Live: June 3rd, 1972

Posted on June 3, 2011 by

On this day – June 3rd – cranking back 39 years to 1972 – The Rolling Stones performed at the Pacific Coliseum in Vancouver, BC, Canada. This concert was the opening night of the band’s latest and greatest tour (sometimes … Continue reading →

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TV Time: Star Wars Extra Large Action!

Posted on June 2, 2011 by

Here’s a super rare Star Wars Television commercial for your Thursday morning enjoyment. “Kenner’s Star Wars Large Size Action Figures” (sold separately, mind you.) R2-D2, C-3PO, Han Solo and “The Stormtrooper” are featured. If you got one of these steroid-injected … Continue reading →

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