Bill Wyman Grippin' the Monkey 1974
Here’s one from out of left field for your Monday musical enjoyment. Bill Wyman, Rolling Stones bassist, performing “I Wanna Get Me a Gun” from his 1974 debut solo album “Monkey Grip“.
Ahh, the 70s. You just don’t see many performances featuring dancers like this anymore. Is this a good thing or a bad thing? I can’t decide.
*Warning – A bit off off-color language in the tune. One word precisely.*
Groovie Goolies - proving their educational worth
Groovie Goolies from Filmaton, was a spinoff of Sabrina the Teenage Witch and only ran for a paltry 22 episodes from September, 1970 to September, 1971. The show is well-remembered by kids who enjoyed a “groovy” pop song in every episode and Laugh-In-style humor.
Check out the “1,2,3” song below which comes from the very first Groovie Goolies episode – and have a wonderful Funshine Friday!
Groovie Goolies Wiki
Boldly drawn! Star Trek - The Animated Series made its debut Sept. 8th, 1973.
Not only is today the 45th anniversary of the debut of Star Trek on TV screens, it is also the 38th anniversary of the lesser-known Star Trek The Animated Series. The live-action Star Trek ran regularly in reruns throughout the 70s and I was a regular viewer. The animated series wasn’t on quite as much but I did manage to catch it now and again.
22 episodes of Star Trek: The Animated Series were produced and they featured voices by the original cast (minus Walter Koenig’s Chekov.) The show first ran from September 8, 1973 to October 12, 1974. Enjoy the intro below.
Roger Corman presents 'Death Race 2000' - You'll finish first...or not at all.
Better late than never, we have a Trailer Tuesday entry. Click-to-play below and enjoy the one minute of insanity that is the Death Race 2000 trailer. Death Race 2000 released in April, 1975 and was produced by Roger Corman, directed by Paul Bartel and starred David Carradine and Sylvester Stallone.
I have a vague recollection of seeing this film at the Gilmore Drive-In theater in L.A. The theater no longer exists and is now part of The Grove complex. My memory is probably vague because my mother likely made us leave after the first 45 minutes. The movie features bizarre race cars with lots of shooting and explosions. I should have a strong memory. Those are boyhood crack ingredients, right there.
David Bowie 'Heroes' 1977. Yes, you are a hero, Mr. Jones.
Written by David Bowie and Brian Eno and recorded in Germany, “Heroes” was released as a single in September of 1977. While not a huge hit when it originally came out, “Heroes” has gone on to become one of Bowie’s most covered songs. The album of the same name hit the shelves on October 14, ’77. Have a happy Monday and enjoy.
Bowie’s “Heroes” Wiki.
The Pontiac Firebird Esprit for 1973. The bird decal on the hood was added that year but didn't make it into this ad.
Let’s pause the action here for a quick commercial from 1973 for the Pontiac Firebird Esprit. This lovely ride comes in 70s mellow yellow with a white interior and is driven by a foxy, independent redhead. It’s a Firebird and she’s got red hair. Get it? What will those clever ad executives think of next?
“If it handles and rides like it was part of you…with a look about it that reaches into tomorrow – then Firebird is your car.”