70s Commercials: Sanka, Oven Fry, Aqua-Fresh,’20/20′ (1979)

“The coffee that lets you be your best.” As you might imagine, after lingering in 1977 and 1978, we now arrive in 1979. These vintage lookers shine a spotlight on Sanka Coffee (with spokesperson Robert Young), Oven Fry chicken-coating (with … Continue reading

Daily 70s Ad: Elvis ‘On Stage’ & ‘In Person’ (1970)

“Elvis In-Person, Aug. 10-Sept. 7 International Hotel Las Vegas, Nevada.” Elvis’ On Stage L.P. was recorded live in Vegas in February ’70 and hit the US Top 20 album charts. Daily 70s Ad #140: Elvis ‘On Stage’ & ‘In Person’ … Continue reading

70s stories in the news: ABBA museum, ‘Rocky’ musical, recent passings

Numerous 1970s-related stories have been piling up in the ‘Disco files. Here now is a collection of news items you may find interesting reading including bits on the new Abba museum and recent passings of known persons. Investigate. Abba fans … Continue reading