Here’s Jim Croce and his musical partner Maury Muehleisen performing “Workin’ at the Car Wash Blues” on The Old Grey Whistle Test (UK) in July of 1973. The song appeared on Croce’s I Got a Name L.P. and hit #32 … Continue reading
Monthly Archives: March 2013
This morning, I’ve brewed up a fresh Daily 70s Spot for Brim Decaffeinated Coffee. Brim has been off the market for about 16 years but may be re-launched soon as a “healthier” coffee option. The commercial below aired in February … Continue reading
Filmation’s live-action kid’s series, The Ghost Busters originally ran from September through December, 1975. 15 episodes were produced. The show features a trio of apparition-chasing detectives; Kong (Forrest Tucker), Eddie Spencer (Larry Storch) and Tracy the Gorilla (Bob Burns). Yes, … Continue reading
Daily 70s Spot time. Here’s a fun one for Hidden Valley Ranch Buttermilk Salad Dressing. The actress playing “Edith” (I’m afraid I don’t know her name) makes the spot enjoyable with her personable, humorous disposition. Commercial aired in the late … Continue reading
The Bob Newhart Show originally ran on CBS from September, 1972 to April, 1978. This beloved sitcom about a Chicago psychologist, his wife, neighbor, co-workers and patients was a top 20 ratings success in its first three seasons (where it … Continue reading
Our Daily 70s Spot takes a visit to the toy aisle for a look at Kenner’s Star Wars Large Size Action Figures. Darth Vader, Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia and Chewbacca are one foot tall and ready for playtime fun (each … Continue reading