Sun Giant ‘Almonds & Scotch.’ (‘Orange Coast’ magazine, Jan. 1978)
“When you have guests over, you want to bring out your best. Like 12-year old Scotch and Sun Giant Almonds.”
Mmmm. Tasty. Daily 70s Ad #108: Sun Giant ‘Almonds & Scotch’ originally appeared in the January, 1978 issue of Orange Coast magazine.
(Source: Orange Coast)
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“Lovin’ you, is easy ’cause you’re beautiful…” (Minnie Riperton, 1975)
Minnie Riperton’s “Lovin’ You,” from the L.P., Perfect Angel, was released as a single in January of 1975. By April it was #1 on Billboard’s “Hot 100” chart. This soulful tune with the incredible, high-pitched vocals was written by Riperton and Richard Rudolph and produced by Stevie Wonder and Rudolph. You can view what seems to be the official 1975 video below.
Sadly, Minnie Riperton died on July 12, 1979 at the age of 31.
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Olivetti Girl. (‘LIFE’ magazine, Apr. 28, 1972)
“We’re looking for gutsy girls who aren’t afraid to be different.”
A little personal space, guys? Geez. Daily 70s Ad #107: Olivetti Girl originally appeared in the April 28, 1972 issue of LIFE magazine.
(Source: LIFE)
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“We’re gonna show Grandma our new Chevy Malibu!” (Chevrolet commercial, 1978)
“A fresh new slice of apple pie.”
Howdy, lil’ fuel economists. Chevy weekend continues today with two commercials featuring the upcoming 1979 models. Both spots aired in October of 1978 and you can catch a look at the Caprice, Impala and Malibu. Ride in gas-efficient style and have a great Sunday.
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Bolens Husky ‘Big Tractor.’ (‘Popular Science’ magazine, Apr. 1970)
“Now you can enjoy ‘Big Tractor’ features on a lawn and garden tractor.”
So, it’s dogpower over horsepower in this vehicle. Daily 70s Ad #106: Bolens Husky ‘Big Tractor’ originally appeared in the April, 1970 issue of Popular Science magazine.
(Source: Popular Science)
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“Like hot dogs and apple pie, America is eating it up.” (Chevy Caprice commercial, 1977)
“See what’s new today – in a Chevrolet.”
Welcome to Chevy weekend ’cause – why the heck not? Here’s two commercials that aired in November of 1977. The first spot is for the Caprice, the second, for the “New-Size” Malibu. Give ‘er some gas!
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