Wiener dogs
“Quality trusted for generations.”
Two commercials from the Oscar Mayer organization now. Both aired in January 1977 and were likely produced in ’76 or earlier.
First up, Wieners and Beef Franks (there’s a difference?) Second, it’s time for “America’s best-selling bacon.”
Previously on 70s Spots: Schaefer Beer & Miller Beer (1972)
Happy lil’ drinkin’ cartoon
“When you’re having more than one.”
A pair of beer-guzzlin’ commercials from November 1972 on the bar today. First, we have a fun animated spot for Schaefer Beer. Second, a spot for Miller High-Life featuring thirsty construction workers.
Previously on 70s Spots: Revlon Mascara & Penn Tennis Balls (1979)
More Schaefer Beer at Bionic Disco: 70s Spots: Schaefer Beer (George Kennedy, 1978 & Mario Andretti, 1979)
More Miller Beer at Bionic Disco: 70s Spots: Natural Light Beer (Norm Crosby) & Miller High Life ‘Karate’ (1978)
‘Let it rain!’
“Beautiful!”
Nothing in common, other than the year 1979, with our two commercials today. To start, a spot from August ’79 for Revlon Super-Rich Mascara. If anyone can identify the actor-model please let me know.
After that, an October ’79 spot for Penn tennis balls. Play on!
Previously on 70s Spots: ’79 Chrysler New Yorker & Plymouth Champ (1978)
‘Fabulous!’
“It’s the fabulous New Yorker!”
Let’s drive into some car commercials today. First up, the Chrysler New Yorker and some nice views of late 70s Manhattan. Second, the Plymouth Champ featuring a boxing theme and boxing MC Jimmy Lennon Sr.. Both spots aired in November of 1978.
Previously on 70s Spots: Mrs. Paul’s Fish Sticks (1976) & Benihana Restaurant (1979)
Batter up!
“Fish Sticks with a difference.”
We’ve got a food theme going on today. First, we have a commercial for Mrs. Paul’s Fish Sticks from September of 1976. Second, a spot for Benihana of Tokyo restaurants from the New York City area in August of 1979.
Previously on 70s Spots: Sit ‘N’ Spin & Holly Hobbie Toys (1977)
‘Kids just love to Sit ‘n’ Spin!’
“Some kids go…when they Sit ‘n’ Spin!”
Another pair of awesome toy commercials from 1977 today. First, Kenner invites you to Sit ‘n’ Spin. Dizziness is so much fun isn’t it kids?
Second, we’re having Colorforms fun with the Holly Hobbie Magic-Glow Doll House.
Previously on 70s Spots: Libby’s Juice & Chunky Fruits (1974 & ’78)