Saturday 70s Spots: Haggar & Jockey Clothing (1977 & ’79)

“Looking Good Makes You Feel Good.” Today’s edition of Saturday 70s Spots spotlights men’s clothing. First, we have a Texas-style good ol’ boy striking it oil rich in a Haggar Clothing commercial (aired November, 1977). Second, a Jockey commercial featuring … 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

Bionic Disco: Celebrating Three Years Online!

Loyal readers and time-trippers – Bionic Disco is happily celebrating three years online today! I “soft launched” the site on May 30th, 2011 and I’m very glad you continue to share the 1970s pop culture goodness along with me. To … Continue reading

Funshine Friday: ‘Doctor Dolittle’ (Cartoon Series, 1970)

DePatie-Freleng’s Doctor Dolittle animated series ran for a single season, debuting in September of 1970. 17, 30-minute episodes were produced. This rare cartoon was loosely-based on Hugh Lofting’s 1920s novels (as well as the 1967 movie musical) about a doctor … Continue reading

Daily 70s Ad: ‘Good Things Happen On A Honda’ (1974)

(Click to enlarge) “Honda Town…Fort Worth.” I’d paint this ad artwork on the side of my 70s van. Then fill the van with Honda bikes. If I only had a van. And a bunch of Hondas. Daily 70s Ad #139: … Continue reading

Brady Bunch Moments: Groovy Greg Strikes Out (1971)

Hello, young lovers! Join in with a classic Brady Bunch Moment below as Greg Brady dresses in his finest hippy threads and attempts to seduce an attractive older woman on the high school campus. Embarrassment and broken dreams ensue. Ain’t … Continue reading