Music For Monday: Uriah Heep, ‘Stealin” (Live ’73)

Posted on by

The late, great David Byron (d. 1985), Uriah Heep

The late, great David Byron (d. 1985), Uriah Heep

A very happy Monday to you. As per usual, it’s time to pop a video in the Betamax. Here’s Uriah Heep performing “Stealin’” live in 1973.

“Stealin'” appeared on Heep’s ’73 L.P., Sweet Freedom, and reached the Top 20 in the UK and Top 40 in the US. In the clip below, you’ll find the band in what may be a somewhat altered state. Just an observation.

Uriah Heep: ‘Stealin’,’ Live, 1973

Previously on Music for Monday: Curtis Mayfield, ‘Freddie’s Dead’ (1973)

More Uriah Heep at Bionic Disco: Uriah Heep ‘Wonderworld’ (1974)

Sunday 70s Spots: Shampoo & Bowling Balls (1979)

Posted on by

Time to hit the showers! (Denorex commercial, 1979)

Time to hit the showers! (Denorex commercial, 1979)

“You can feel it tingle.”

Yes, shampoo and bowling balls!

Today, we have two spots from February of 1979. First up, a showering spokesperson for Denorex medicated shampoo. Second, a commercial for the AMF Impact bowling ball. Watch as the ball takes out three rows of 10-pins. Mildly impressive.

Denorex Medicated Shampoo Commercial, 1979

AMF Impact Bowling Ball Commercial, 1979

Previously on 70s Spots: ‘Six Million Dollar Man’ & ‘Law And Disorder’ Promos (1978)

Saturday 70s Spots: ‘Six Million Dollar Man’ & ‘Law And Disorder’ Promos (1978)

Posted on by

Richard Anderson as the majestic, Oscar Goldman in 'The Six Million Dollar Man.' (TV promo, 1978)

Richard Anderson as the majestic, Oscar Goldman in ‘The Six Million Dollar Man.’ (TV promo, 1978)

“Lee Majors in a tricky assignment.”

Here’s two 1978 promos offering a taste of TV fare for the year. First up, a spot for The Six Million Dollar Man from September ’78 where Steve needs to save the Liberty Bell!

After that, a promo for the ABC Sunday Night Movie featuring Law and Disorder, starring Carroll O’Connor and Ernest Borgnine. Pop the corn and dim the lights, it’s gonna be a great night!

‘The Six Million Dollar Man’ TV Promo, 1978

‘Law And Disorder’ ABC TV Promo, 1978

Previously on 70s Spots: Farah Slacks & Ship ‘N Shore Shirts (1975 & ’79)

Rad Ads: Iron-On Transfers (1976)

Posted on by
Iron-On Transfers. ('Boy's Life' magazine, June 1976)

Iron-On Transfers. (‘Boy’s Life’ magazine, June 1976)

“Let’s Boogie!”

This ad is indelibly etched in my mind. Or, maybe I should say “ironed-on the inside of my mind.” Iron-On Transfers originally appeared in the June, 1976 issue of Boy’s Life magazine.

(Source: Boy’s Life)

Previously on Rad Ads: Sears ‘Free Spirit’ 10-Speed Bike (1976)

Music For Monday: Curtis Mayfield, ‘Freddie’s Dead’ (1973)

Posted on by

'That's what I said...' ('Freddie's Dead,' Curtis Mayfield, 1973)

‘That’s what I said…’ (‘Freddie’s Dead,’ Curtis Mayfield, 1973)

One of my favorite artists (of all-time, not just the 70s), Curtis Mayfield, can be found in the clip below performing “Freddie’s Dead” circa 1973.

“Freddie’s Dead” appears on the Superfly soundtrack and was released as a single (July 1972) before the film’s release. The tune reached #4 on Billboard’s “Hot 100” singles chart and was nominated for a Grammy Award. Take special notice of Mayfield’s skillful band. So sublime.

Curtis Mayfield: ‘Freddie’s Dead,’ 1973

Previously on Music for Monday: The Damned, ‘Love Song’ (1979)

More Curtis Mayfield at Bionic Disco: Curtis Mayfield ‘Superfly’ (’73)

Sunday 70s Spots: Farah Slacks & Ship’n Shore Shirts (1975 & ’79)

Posted on by

A fancy man in Farah. (Farah slacks & jackets commercial, 1975)

A fancy man in Farah. (Farah slacks & jackets commercial, 1975)

“Farah slacks and jackets. Everything about ’em looks tailor-made.”

Happy Sunday, stylish ones. Today, it’s all about 70s fashion. First up, a classic commercial from Farah featuring slacks and jackets so wonderful you’ll want to wear them while traveling in a limo. The spot aired in January 1975 and was produced in ’74.

In the second slot, a commercial for Ship ‘n Shore with a collection of models showing off the upcoming fall line. The spot aired in the summer of 1979. Try them on below.

70s Fashion: Farah Slacks & Jackets, 1975

70s Fashion: Ship ‘n Shore Clothing Commercial, 1979

Previously on 70s Spots: Merrill Lynch’s Bulls (1975 & ’78)