The bathroom’s so bright they’ve gotta wear shades. (Scrubbing Bubbles commercial, 1973)
“We do the work – so you don’t have to!”
This week, we dial into 1973 and see what turns up. Our first arrival is a well-known classic – Dow’s Scrubbing Bubbles. The lead Bubble is voiced by the great Paul Winchell and the spot aired in November of 1973.
Previously on 70s Spots: Daily 70s Spot #436, 437: Budweiser Beer (1978)
Fridge o’ pull-tab Buds. (Budweiser commercial, 1978)
“Here comes The King. Here comes the big number one!”
We’ll round off 1978 Week with a pair of spots for Budweiser. First up, Ed McMahon narrating a “100 years of tradition” commercial featuring the Budweiser Clydesdales. After that, you’ll enjoy a cold beer in a hot shower. Both spots aired in September of 1978.
Previously on 70s Spots: Daily 70s Spot #434, 435: James Coburn For Schlitz Light (1978)
More Budweiser at Bionic Disco: Budweiser ‘Wintertime’ (1977)
Coburn cool. (Schlitz Light commercial, 1978)
“It’s not whether you win or lose – it’s the beer you choose.”
I really like these next two Schlitz Light spots. They feature James Coburn, being James Coburn. The man brings his own special drinking glass in a fancy box to the races and while out mountain-climbing. Of course.
The spots aired in September of 1978. Have a good Saturday.
Previously on 70s Spots: Daily 70s Spot #433: ‘Fantasy Island’/’Love Boat’/’Apple Pie’/’Carter Country’ Promo (1978)
Sonny Bono AND Diana Canova? – hot damn! (ABC promo, 1978)
“Watch tonight on ABC!”
Happy Friday! If you’re wondering what to watch tomorrow night – not to worry. We’ve got you covered. Why not turn your eyes to ABC for a little Carter Country and the premiere of Apple Pie? Not enough? Well, how about we throw in The Love Boat and Fantasy Island? Sold!
This jam-packed promo aired in September of 1978.
Previously on 70s Spots: Daily 70s Spot #432: United Airlines (1978)
‘Tis fine service, me dear! (United Airlines commercial, 1978)
“Fly the friendly skies.”
Today, we find a somewhat confuzzled “Irish” priest taking a trip on United Airlines. The spot aired in September of 1978.
Previously on 70s Spots: Daily 70s Spot #431: GE Widescreen TV Set (1978)
That is one mighty 1970s TV. (GE widescreen commercial, 1978)
“You’ll want GE Performance TV.”
Here’s a cool bit of Seventies future tech. A September 1978 commercial for the General Electric Widescreen 1000 TV set. Yep, it’s one o’ them giant TVs fer rich folk!
Previously on 70s Spots: Daily 70s Spot #430: Ace ‘Hardware Man’ (1978)