Daily 70s Spot: Head Skis Starring Jean-Claude Killy (1970)

“When I come down the mountain – I think about funny things…” And now we hit the slopes with our Daily 70s Spot. Here’s a commercial for Head skis featuring Olympic champion, Jean-Claude Killy. Spot aired in November of 1970. … Continue reading

Daily 70s Spot: Esso Gasoline Animated (1972)

“Does your car have a slight case of hesitation?” Daily 70s Spot time. Here’s an animated Esso gasoline commercial on the topic of vehicle hesitation. Spot aired on New Year’s Day, 1972. Within a year, Esso became Exxon in most … Continue reading

Music For Monday: Redbone, ‘Come And Get Your Love’ (Live, 1974)

A very fine Monday to you. This being the top of the week, I’ve selected a tune that will hopefully help you make it through to Friday evening. Here’s the California-based band with Native and Latin American roots known as … Continue reading

Daily 70s Spot: Coca-Cola ‘Sunshine Trip’ (1977)

“Coke adds life.” Feeling thirsty? Then let’s get right to our refreshing Daily 70s Spot. Here’s a Coca-Cola commercial featuring a trek from the snowy Midwest to the California sea and sunshine. Spot aired in 1977. Daily 70s Spot #276: … Continue reading

Daily 70s Spot: Old Style Beer ‘God’s Country’ (1979)

“Brewed in God’s Country, slowly and naturally.” Time to crack open a frosty Daily 70s Spot. Here’s another Old Style Beer commercial. This one features a quick look at the brewery and some bucolic scenery. Spot aired in October of … Continue reading

Daily 70s Spot: Long John Silver’s ‘Wednesday Shrimp Sale’ (1978)

“That’s right, mateys!” Let’s chow down on our Daily 70s Spot. Here’s a Long John Silver’s commercial featuring the “Wednesday Shrimp Sale.” There’s some fine acting in this one. Enjoy! Spot aired in 1978. Daily 70s Spot #274: Long John … Continue reading