70s Baseball: In Praise Of ‘Ugly’ Uniforms

Todd Random at The New York Times describes “Why I Love Ugly Uniforms.” The uniforms in question being the bright and stylishly suspect Seventies baseball gear of teams like the Houston Astros, Oakland A’s, and San Diego Padres. NYT quote: … Continue reading

70s Spots: Country Club Malt Liquor & Miller High Life (1972 & ’73)

“A lot to drink without drinking a lot.” Here we have two commercials for adult beverages. A spot for Country Club malt liquor from November 1972 with a take-off on the tune “Put You Hand In The Hand.” Country Club, … Continue reading

70s Spots: Maxwell House Coffee (Margaret Hamilton, 1976)

“Good to the last drop.” Yesterday, we gulped down some decaffeinated coffee. Today, we’ll add some caffeine with a pair of Maxwell House spots from 1976. These commercials star Margaret Hamilton who you’ll remember as the iconic Wicked Witch of … Continue reading

70s Spots: Brim Decaffeinated Coffee (1976)

“You won’t believe it’s decaffeinated.” Let’s fill our commercial cup to the rim today, yes, you guessed it – with Brim. Here’s two spots produced in 1976 featuring Brim decaf coffee and Mr. Cooper and his Super Market. Why is … Continue reading

‘Appraising the Brady Bunch’s Art Collection’

Attention, kitsch lovers and 70s TV fans. Kirk Demarais at the We Are The Mutants blog posted an impressive, in-depth look at the artwork adorning the sets of The Brady Bunch. We Are The Mutants quote: “The Girls’ Bedroom The … Continue reading

70s Spots: Kmart ‘Grand Opening’ & Winn-Dixie ‘Harvest Sale’ (1970)

“Kmart – the sign of good things in store!” Two shopping commercials out of Georgia today. Both spots aired in October of 1970. First up, a Grand Opening sale for an early Kmart store. Second, a Harvest of Best Brands … Continue reading