With luck, they’ll continue to work come New Year. (Radio Shack commercial, 1976)
“Here’s a space age gift for kids – only from Radio Shack.”
All right, let’s squawk into our Daily 70s Spot. “10-4. 10-4.” Here’s a Radio Shack commercial featuring Space Patrol walkie-talkies for Christmas. The spokesperson is actor Paul Burke (Twelve O’Clock High, Valley of the Dolls). Spot aired in December of 1976. “Over and out.”
Previously on Daily 70s Spot: Zales Christmas Diamonds (1979)
“Can’t ya hear those bells a-ringin’?” (Johnny Cash, 1977)
Happy holiday Monday! Let’s liven up the place with our buddy, Johhny Cash. Here’s Johnny singing “Christmas Time’s A-Comin'” from his 1977 Christmas Special.
It’s short and sweet and goes down a treat. Tap yer feet!
Previously on Music for Monday: Iggy Pop, ‘Lust For Life’ (1977)
“Zales is the world’s largest Christmas jeweler.” (Zales commercial, 1979)
“No one knows more than the diamond store – Zales.”
Time to open our wallets and purchase a 24-carat Daily 70s Spot. Here’s a Zales jewelers commercial featuring Christmas diamond rings and pendants. Spot aired in November of 1979. Narration may be by Christopher Plummer (only speculating, but it sounds like the man to me).
Previously on Daily 70s Spot: Dutch Masters Cigars Christmas Masterpieces (1977)
Cigar gift tins for the Archie Bunker in your family. (Dutch Masters commercial, 1977)
“See why they really are masters at Dutch Masters.”
Christmas is almost here, so for the next few days we’ll go with a jolly yuletide theme. Today we have another Dutch Masters cigar commercial. This spot features decorative Christmas gift tins “inspired by 19th Century collector’s items.” Spot aired in December of 1977. Narration likely provided by Mason Adams (it sure sounds like him to me).
Previously on Daily 70s Spot: French’s Gravy (1974)
60-second Gravy Makins in 8 flavors. (French’s commercial, 1974)
“We make your life delicious.”
Our Daily 70s Spot is hot and fresh out of the oven and ready for gravy. Here’s a French’s commercial featuring Gravy Makins in “8 hearty flavors.” Spot aired in February of 1974.
Previously on Daily 70s Spot: JCPenney Boys Shop (1972)
“Live the days of ‘remember when'” (‘Turn Back the Years,’ 1976)
Happy Funshine Friday, hectic holiday helpers! Since Christmas and the new year are fast approaching, here’s something to help you catch your breath; “Turn Back the Years” from Rankin/Bass’ 1976 Animagic holiday special, Rudolph’s Shiny New Year.
This short and sweet tune is sung by Red Skelton, with music & lyrics by Johnny Marks. It was arranged & conducted by Maury Laws. Sing along!
Previously on Funshine Friday: Josie And The Pussycats, ‘Stop, Look And Listen’ (1970)