Saturday 70s Spots: Gillette’s ‘Dry Look’ (1972 & ’75)

“C’mon hero. Get rid of that wet look.” Happy weekend, Bionic pals! Today, we have two spots for Gillette’s after shampoo hair control product known as “The Dry Look.” Firstly, a commercial from October of 1972 featuring a fellow with … Continue reading

Sunday 70s Spots: Close-Up Toothpaste ‘Swinging Party’ (1970)

“You never know when you’re going to be up close.” Happy Sunday! On-tap today, we’ve got a pair of Close-Up commercials from November 1970. First, you’ll find a swingin’ party packed with beautiful minglers. (Yes, “minglers.” That is now a … Continue reading

Saturday 70s Spots: Chevy Vega & Impala (1971 & ’72)

“Vegas are very happy cars.” A pair of Chevy spots roll into view for today’s Seventies commercials. First, we have a collection of bright yellow ’73 Vegas on display in a fast-moving spot from November of 1972. Afterward, you’ll enjoy … Continue reading

Sunday 70s Spots: Don Rickles & Arte Johnson For Right Guard (1974 & ’75)

“Listen, ya hockey puck!” Bionic chuckleheads! Time to smile at Don Rickles and Arte Johnson as they help sell Right Guard deodorant. First we have Rickles shouting at the Right Guard president in July of 1974. After that, Laugh-In‘s Arte … Continue reading

Holiday Repeat: ‘The Paul Lynde Halloween Special’ (1976)

As is now traditional: Happy Halloween, Bionic pals! It’s time for a tasty holiday repeat. Enjoy heartily! On October 29, 1976 a comedic monster known as The Paul Lynde Halloween Special ate up television screens across America. Here now, in … Continue reading

Saturday 70s Spots: Plymouth Scamp & Gold Duster (1974)

“One of eight great small car buys.” Hello! It’s been a busy week, but I didn’t want to miss posting some classic 70s commercials for you this weekend. Today, we head back to July of 1974 for two Chrysler Plymouth … Continue reading