Music For Monday: Iggy Pop, ‘Lust For Life’ (1977)

*Note: I originally posted this performance on the site eight years ago but it shouted at me to play it again. I happily comply. Here’s a mind-bender and a toe-tapper. The fantastic Iggy Pop making punk rock happen in the … Continue reading

70s Commercials: Maxwell House With Vivian Vance, Hush Puppies, Great Gassers, Goodyear (1973-76)

Happy Funshine Friday! Just for you, here’s a fresh batch of exciting seventies commercials. We begin with good ol’ Vivian Vance as Maxine in a spot for Maxwell House. Vance did a whole series of these Maxwell House spots late … Continue reading

Seventies Jukebox: Tammy Wynette & George Jones, ‘We Go Together’ (1971)

Married couple, Tammy Wynette and George Jones, released “We Go Together” in 1971 where it appeared on the album of the same name and as the B-side to the “Take Me” single. The song, written by Danny Walls and Norro … Continue reading

Super 70s Ads: Ford Ranchero & Bronco (1972)

Here we have an outdoorsy, stylish ad for the Ford Ranchero and Bronco enticing customers with toting, towing, power steering, and Cruise-O-Matic options. The ad ran in the October 13, 1972 edition of Life magazine. Previously on Super 70s Ads: … Continue reading

70 Commercials: Baggies ‘Alligator,’ Rival Crock-Pot, Hanes Pantyhose, Smucker’s (1974-77)

If you’re wondering why yesterday’s Music for Monday entry was missing, apologies for that. I was out of town and couldn’t get back to the ol’ computer in time. I’m back in the official nostalgia chair now and ready to … Continue reading

70s Commercials: Frosted Mini-Wheats, Canada Dry, Olivier For Polaroid, General Motors (1972-73)

For today’s batch of commercials let’s stick with the early seventies. From 1972, you’ll find spots for Kellogg’s Frosted Mini-Wheats (with an under construction World Trade Center in the background) and Canada Dry Club Soda. From 1973, we have Laurence … Continue reading