Hey, isn’t that Greg Smith, TV Cameraman?
“Over 50% more Senior TV Cameramen own RCA.”
For the next few days, we have spots lined-up that feature a variety of 1973 TV sets. Here’s one from October ’73 for the RCA XL-100.
Previously on 70s Spots: Daily 70s Spot #440: Schlitz ‘Yokohama Baseball’ (1973)
Ice cold gusto! (Schlitz commercial, 1973)
“When you reach for gusto – you’re reaching all the way.”
Here’s a sixty second spot for Schlitz beer that aired in October of 1973. In this one, a bunch of American sailors play baseball with their Japanese counterparts in Yokohama. Competitive sports, international camaraderie and gettin’ smashed. Now, that’s grabbing the gusto!
Previously on 70s Spots: Daily 70s Spot #439: Champion ‘Daytona 500’ (1973)
More Schlitz at Bionic Disco: Daily 70s Spot #434, 435: James Coburn For Schlitz Light (1978)
Nothing left to win. (Champion commercial, 1973)
“Better plugs for everyone.”
On this Super Tuesday, we look to Champion to come in first place. This spot, featuring the Daytona 500, Richard Petty, and Bobby Isaac, aired in October of 1973.
Previously on 70s Spots: Daily 70s Spot #438: Scrubbing Bubbles! (1973)
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)