Hunt’s Manwich Sandwich Sauce. (‘Ebony’ magazine, June, 1978)
“A sandwich is a sandwich, but a Manwich is a meal.”
Contains tomatoes, sweet onions, bell peppers and a “special blend” of spices. Hunt’s Manwich Sandwich Sauce ad with actor-singer Johnny Brown (Good Times) originally appeared in the June, 1978 issue of Ebony magazine.
(Source: Ebony)
Previously on Rad Ads: ‘The Dodge Colt’ (1974)
‘The Dodge Colt’ (‘New York’ magazine, June 03, 1974)
“For a little car, it’s a lot of car.”
What’ll it be? A Coupe or Sedan? ‘The Dodge Colt’ originally appeared in the June 03, 1974 issue of New York magazine.
(Source: New York)
Previously on Rad Ads: Jaguar E-Type ‘Prowl Car’ (1974)
The Damned creating punk rock history. (‘New Rose’ video, 1976)
On this edition of Music for Monday we have one of my all-time favorite bands, The Damned, playing the first punk rock single ever released in the UK, “New Rose.”
“New Rose” was written by guitarist, Brian James and produced by Nick Lowe. Dave Vanian sings (and invents goth rock), Captain Sensible is on bass and Rat Scabies pounds the drums. Play loud and annoy your co-workers.
Previously on Music for Monday: Muddy Waters, ‘The Blues Had A Baby’ (Live, 1977)
‘The car of the 80s is here!’ (Toyota Celica Liftback commercial, 1978)
“You asked for it, you got it – Toyota!”
With feathered hair and flares flapping in the wind we continue our 1978 weekend. Today, it’s all about Toyota.
First, we peek into the future with the new Celica that’s ready to fly off into the 1980s like some kind of Delorean. Following that, a spot for a California Toyota dealership’s “Truck-A-Thon” sale. That’s a lot of 70s pickups! Both commercials aired in January of 1978.
Previously on 70s Spots: Ken-L-Ration & ‘The Pump’ Hairspray (1978)
‘The Pump’ for environmentally-friendly ‘Super Hold.’ (Vitalis commercial, 1978)
Sing with me now: “The Pump…Do do doot…The Pump!”
A grand Saturday to everyone! Time to dust off some vintage 70s commercials. This weekend our theme is 1978.
First up, you’ll enjoy a Ken-L-Ration talking puppies dog food spot from September of ’78. After that, a commercial for Vitalis hairspray featuring a non-aerosol bottle known as “The Pump.” Yes, we were somewhat environmentally conscious way back when. Keep your eyes-peeled for actor Patrick Wayne riding a horse in this one. Air Date: January, 1978.
Previously on 70s Spots: Ted Danson & Danny Glover Beer Commercials (1978 & ’79)
‘Sorry, Charlie…’ (Star-Kist commercial, 1975)
“But, Charlie…Star-Kist don’t want tunas with good taste. Star-Kist wants tunas that taste good!”
Here’s a little blast from childhood’s past for Funshine Friday. An animated Charlie the Tuna Sun-Kist commercial.
Charlie the Tuna is voiced by Herschel Bernardi and the announcer is Danny Dark. I couldn’t get enough of these Star-Kist spots when I was a wee lad. These and Jolly Green Giant commercials. Mini cartoons to help us get through the boring breaks between shows.
Previously on Funshine Friday: ‘The Muppet Show’ – Cheryl Ladd Sings (1978)