Daily 70s Spot: Eckerd Drugs for Kodak film (1979)

“Twice the prints. Twice the film. And now, twice the guarantee.” Daily 70s Spot time. Here we have an Eckerd Drugs commercial featuring Kodak film, a lovable country bumpkin and a policy of “Twice the Guarantee.” Spot aired in March … Continue reading

Trailer Tuesday: ‘Oh, God!’ (1977)

Oh, God! was directed by Carl Reiner and hit theaters in October of 1977. The comedy was a commercial and critical success and ended up the seventh highest-grossing film of the year. The movie stars singer-songwriter, John Denver as Jerry … Continue reading

Daily 70s Spot: Ford Thunderbird (1977)

“When America needs a better idea – Ford puts it on wheels.” Let’s roll out the Daily 70s Spot. Here’s a Ford Thunderbird commercial highlighting the new ’77 vehicles. They’re “thinner” with a “wide stance.” Spot aired in early 1977. … Continue reading

Music for Monday: Triumph, ‘Lay It on the Line’ (1979)

Last week on Music for Monday we had a slice of Barry Manilow. This time around we tilt to the opposite side of the 70s musical spectrum for a taste of Triumph. Triumph, a hard-rocking trio from Ontario, Canada, released … Continue reading

Daily 70s Spot: Remington System Shaver (1975)

“The Remington Systems. One is right for you.” Daily 70s Spot time. It’s Monday morning. Time to get cleaned up and ready for the week. Here’s a Remington System electric shaver commercial. Spot aired in November of 1975. Daily 70s … Continue reading

Daily 70s Spot: STP ‘lemon car’ (1972)

“Feel the difference.” Sunday’s Daily 70s Spot features an honest-to-goodness “lemon” of a car. Now, if we just had sugar and water vehicles we could make a lemonade truck. This commercial for STP ‘Double Power’ Gasoline Treatment was filmed in … Continue reading