Sunday 70s Spots: The New Chevrolets (1979)

“This is it, America – the new Chevrolet!” Let’s take a lazy Sunday afternoon drive with Chevy. Here we have two commercials that aired at the start of January, 1979 and were produced a bit earlier in ’78. First up, … Continue reading

Saturday 70s Spots: Xerox Meets ‘The Jeffersons’ (1975)

“You can count on it for making copies…if not commercials.” Today, we’ve got a pair of Xerox commercials that aired in January of 1975 and were produced a bit earlier in 1974. The first spot stars Franklin Cover, who later … Continue reading

Funshine Friday: ‘The Muppet Show’ – Bob Hope Sings (1978)

A very pleasant Funshine Friday to everyone. Let’s join The Muppet Show already in progress. Here’s Bob Hope singing “Don’t Fence Me In.” The clip in question was filmed in late 1977 and first aired on episode 221 of The … Continue reading

Rad Ads: Burger King ‘Have It Your Way’ (1976)

“When your little leaguers pull off the big one, lay it on ’em.” Love the look of this ad. Classic 70s. Burger King ‘Have It Your Way’ originally appeared in the August, 1976 issue of Ebony magazine. (Source: Ebony) Previously … Continue reading

Rad Ads: Sears Skateboarding Sportshoe (1978)

“Get the feel of a winner.” How could you lose with a sportshoe that cool?! Sears Skateboarding Sportshoe originally appeared in the August, 1978 issue of Boy’s Life magazine. (Source: Boy’s Life) Previously on Rad Ads: The ’78 Ford Bronco … Continue reading

Music For Monday: James Gang (Joe Walsh), ‘Walk Away’ (Live ’71)

Top o’ the Monday mornin’ to ya. Here’s James Gang, featuring Joe Walsh on vocals and blistering guitar, playing “Walk Away” live on European TV in 1971. “Walk Away” was James Gang’s biggest hit (Billboard “Hot 100” #51) and appeared … Continue reading