1970s Moments: ‘Batman’s’ Burt Ward Meets His Fans (1972)

Here’s the first installment for something we’ll be calling 1970s Moments. Cool photos or videos that capture that tasty 70s flavor but don’t fit neatly into other categories here at Bionic Disco. To start us off – here’s a trio … Continue reading

70s Shots: Everyday life in the hood: NYC, Ford & Pele

Today we have a quartet of exceptional, early-1970s images for you to ogle. Firstly, photos of Harlem and the Lower East Side, New York by Camilo José Vergara. Secondly, a quick presidential visit for soccer superstar Pele. Everyday Life in … Continue reading

70s Shots: McDonough’s New York City photos (1970s)

Thanks to Alyssa Coppelman at Slate‘s photo blog, I have discovered photographer Paul McDonough and his wonderful images of New York in the 1970s. Check out a quote and a few choice shots. “McDonough said that tackling street photography today … Continue reading

70s stories in the news: 70s Harlem, Denver denies ’76 Olympics, The Jeffersons – little known facts

Time for a quick round-up of 1970s-related stories in the news. Today, we take a look at photos of Harlem in the 70s, find out why Denver, Colorado was awarded the 1976 Winter Olympics and then turned them down and … Continue reading