70s spots: Gillette Foamy & Palmolive Rapid Shave Creams (1971)

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Singing cans!

“Be an old smoothie!”

Two shaving cream spots steaming up the bathroom mirror today. First, an October 1971 commercial for Gillette Foamy featuring singing cans. The actor is one we’ve seen before, for example, in this spot for Holiday Inn, and this one for New York Life. If someone can identify him – please let me know.

After Gillette, we have a Mr. Clean type shaving his head for Rapid Shave. The spot aired in November ’71.

Foamy Shave Cream Commercial (Gillette, 1971)

Rapid Shave Commercial (Palmolive, 1971)

Previously on 70s Spots: Joe Namath For Brut & Hamilton Beach Popper (1973)

70s Spots: Joe Namath For Brut & Hamilton Beach Popper (1973)

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Joe knows Brut

“Brut goes all the way.”

A pair of classic commercials starring “Broadway” Joe Namath today.

First, a spot for Brut cologne from December of 1973. After that, one for the Hamilton Beach Butter-Up Popper from September of ’73. For a few years there in the early to mid-seventies ol’ Joe seemed to be gracing our TV screens on a daily basis.

Brut Cologne Commercial (Joe Namath, 1973)

Hamilton Beach Popcorn Popper (Joe Namath, 1973)

Previously on 70s Spots: Chuck Wagon Dog Food (1974)

More Joe Namath at Bionic Disco: Daily 70s Spot #547: Hamilton Beach Double Mac (Joe Namath, 1976)

Rad Ads: Florence Henderson, ‘Conversations’ Record (1970)

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Florence Henderson, ‘Conversations’ (‘Record World’ magazine, February 07, 1970). Click to enlarge.

Here’s a rare find for Brady Bunch fans. An ad for Florence Henderson’s Decca single “Conversations” from February of 1970. Grab a listen to the record below.

Florence Henderson: ‘Conversations’ (1970)

Previously on Rad Ads: Tri-Sport 3-Wheel Vehicle (1971)

More Florence Henderson at Bionic Disco: Daily 70s Spot: Florence Henderson For Klean ‘N Shine (1975)

Music For Monday: Smokey Robinson, ‘Cruisin” (1979)

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‘But Dad, it’s Smokey!’

Music for Monday rolling in! Time to hop over to Cherry Stereo and enjoy a classic seventies song.

Today, it’s ex-member of The Miracles (and Motown executive), Smokey Robinson, performing “Cruisin'” on Soul Train in 1979. Talk about a smooth groove. Have a look & listen!

Previously on Music for Monday: David Ruffin, ‘Walk Away From Love’ (1975)

70s Spots: Chuck Wagon Dog Food (1974)

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Drumstick daydream

“Dogs go for the flavor of chicken!”

Two classic spots today for Chuck Wagon dog food from February of 1974.

I used to love these commercials when I was a much smaller human being. That animated wagon that could never be caught really sticks in the ol’ memory banks. I used to wish it would show up in my kitchen. I’d catch that damn thing! Heyah! Yah!

Chuck Wagon ‘Chicken’ Commercial (1974)

Chuck Wagon ‘Nibblers’ Commercial (1974)

Previously on 70s Spots: Mountain Dew ‘Bear Attack’ & Luzianna Tea (Burl Ives, 1979)

70s Spots: Mountain Dew ‘Bear Attack’ & Luzianna Tea (Burl Ives, 1979)

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When bears attack

“Tough & Light.”

Happy April Fool’s! I don’t have any leg-pulling jokes for you – but I do have a pair of refreshing spots that you can drink down.

First, a commercial for Mountain Dew featuring a very mild bear attack. After that, a spot for Luzianne Tea starring Burl Ives. Both commercials aired in August of 1979.

Mountain Dew ‘Bear Attack’ Commercial (1979)

Luzianne Tea Commercial (Burl Ives, 1979)

Previously on 70s Spots: Budweiser Champion Clydesdales (1976)