70s Commercials: Burger King, Bac-Os, Lena Horne, Pontiac Phoenix (1979)

It’s a 1979 kinda day here at the ‘Disco. I’ve lined up a fine quartet of commercials featuring Burger King, Betty Crocker Bac-Os, Lena Horne for Vision Center, and the 1980 Pontiac Phoenix. Enjoy with or without ketchup. BURGER KING … Continue reading

70s Commercials: Burger King, Charms Pop, Chevy Nova, Timex (1970-71)

I’ve got a fine set of early seventies spots for you today. Firstly, a humorous spot for Burger King featuring actor Dick O’Neill. Followed by commercials for Charms Big Pops (loved these and Charms Blow Pops as a kid), Chevy … Continue reading

70s Spots: Greg Brady For Shasta & More

Lots of fun to be had in today’s quartet of seventies commercials. You’ll find Barry “Greg Brady” Williams dancing in a suit of armor for Shasta, the famed “Burger King And I” jingle, Pillsbury’s Figurines, and the Pontiac Grand Prix. … Continue reading

70s Spots: ‘Burger King And I’ (1978 & ’79)

“Who’s got that flame-broiled burger and it’s never fried?!” All right, ‘Disco shimmy shakers – here’s two spots for Burger King featuring the “Burger King And I” jingle-song-thingy. First, a commercial from September 1978 with a group of Girl Scouts. … Continue reading

Rad Ads: Burger King ‘Double Beef’ (1976)

“Go Double Beef at Burger King. It’s the only way.” Haven’t had a burger in 30 years, but I still think this is a great 70s ad. Love the oval shape, swirly lettering, bright blue color and the kid looking … Continue reading

Rad Ads: Burger King ‘Have It Your Way’ (1976)

“When your little leaguers pull off the big one, lay it on ’em.” Love the look of this ad. Classic 70s. Burger King ‘Have It Your Way’ originally appeared in the August, 1976 issue of Ebony magazine. (Source: Ebony) Previously … Continue reading