70s Commercials: Maxwell House, Arby’s, ‘Love My Carpet,’ Buick Century (1979)

“Maxwell House is coffee you can count on. Maxwell House…good to the last drop.” 1979, a year so fine. A year chock full o’ vintage commercials. And here’s four you’ll enjoy; Maxwell House and the “Good To The Last Drop” … Continue reading

70s Spots: Max For Men Hair Styler & Mennen Skin Bracer (Joe Frazier, 1972)

“For the natural look.” Men’s grooming is our theme for today. First up, we’ve got a spot for Gillette’s Max for Men Hair Drier & Styler. After that, a fun spot for Mennen Skin Bracer After Shave starring boxing champ … Continue reading

Sunday 70s Spots: Joe Frazier & Ray Bolger (1978)

“Everything you always wanted in a beer. And less.” Happy Sunday! Let’s continue with our weekend celebrity commercial theme. Together again, for the very first time, we have the strange pairing of boxer, Joe Frazier and actor, Ray Bolger. First, … Continue reading

Happy New Year: Looking back 40 years to Jan. 1973

Happy New Year everyone!!! I hope 2013 finds you well and all of your hopes and dreams are fulfilled. At the very least, I hope you have a year free of parking tickets and “fiscal cliffs.” Many 40th anniversaries are … Continue reading