“There will be no shortage of flavor this summer.”
This colorful ad for Kool-Aid appeared in the August 1974 issue of Ebony magazine. What’s your favorite? Cherry, Lemon-Lime, or Punch?
Previously on Super 70s Ads: Bell AutoMatic TelePhone Secretary (1979)
*The following Bionic Disco post originally appeared September 30, 2011.*
The Hudson Brothers a-Razzlin’ and a-Dazzlin’ in 1974
Happy Funshine Friday, Bionic friends! Today, I’ve got a real blast from the past for you – The intro and and opening minute from an episode of The Hudson Brothers Razzle Dazzle Show from 1974. Bill, Mark and Brett Hudson first series, The Hudson Brothers Show, appeared Wednesday evenings on CBS over the Summer of 1974 (July -August). The Razzle Dazzle Show followed on Saturday mornings and ran from September ’74 to August 1975.
The band’s biggest hit record was “So You Are a Star” which made it to #21 on the Billboard chart. Enjoy!
‘THE HUDSON BROTHERS RAZZLE DAZZLE SHOW’ TV INTRO (1974)
Interesting Factoids: Bill Hudson was married to Goldie Hawn from 1976 to 1980 and is the father of actors Kate Hudson and Oliver Hudson.
Hail ‘Disco Friends, and well met! Seventies icon Morris the Cat is joining us today in a commercial produced in 1975. There’s also spots for Rice Krispies, Ultra Ban, and the ’76 Ford Granada. I hope you find a few minutes of nostalgic-flavored fun while viewing.
‘9-LIVES PRESENTS MORRIS’ COMMERCIAL (1976)
9-Lives Super Supper cat food commercial featuring mascot Morris the Cat and a Soap Opera theme. Morris voiced by John Erwin. Cat owner voiced by Corrine Orr. Spot aired January 1976 (produced in ’75).
KELLOGG’S RICE KRISPIES COMMERCIAL (1975)
Kellogg’s Rice Krispies cereal commercial featuring a late-night snack and a magical TV announcer. Spot aired November 1975.
ULTRA BAN ANTIPERSPIRANT COMMERCIAL (1976)
Ultra Ban roll-on antiperspirant lotion commercial featuring a woman and her dog at the beach. Spot aired January 1976 (produced in ’75).
’76 FORD GRANADA VS. MERCEDES & CADILLAC COMMERCIAL (1975)
1976 model Ford Granada commercial featuring a comparison to the Mercedes-Benz 280 and Cadillac Seville. Spot aired November 1975.
Previously on 70s Commercials: Dream Whip, NyQuil, Ken-L-Ration, Coffee Rich (1973-74)
More 9-Lives & Morris the Cat: 9-Lives & Bran Chex (1977)
More Rice Krispies: Rad Ads: Kellogg’s Rice Krispies Ecology Stickers (1973)
More Ban Roll-On: 70s Spots: Tickle & Ban Deodorant (1976 & ’77)
More Ford: 70s Spots: Ford Pinto Vs. Japan (Jackie Stewart, 1977)
We lost three music greats in recent days; Don Everly, Tom T. Hall, and the rock of The Rolling Stones – Charlie Watts. I never saw Everly or Hall. But ,one day in London in the early ’90s, I was walking down the King’s Road and saw a distinguished gentleman window gazing into an antiques shop. The fellow was immaculate in a nice suit, shiny shoes, and carrying a smartly rolled-up umbrella. It took me a few seconds to realize it was Charlie Watts of the Stones. The man had style – and a heck of a backbeat.
Here’s a clip of “Doo Doo Doo Doo Doo (Heartbreaker)” that originally aired on the European TV show TopPop in 1974. The video features behind-the-scenes footage of the Stones on tour. Only Mick Jagger seems to be consistently enjoying himself.
“Heartbreaker” originally appeared on the Goats Head Soup LP and was released as a single in December 1973. It grabbed #15 on the US Hot 100. The song has long been a personal favorite. Roll it.
THE ROLLING STONES, ‘DOO DOO DOO DOO DOO (HEARTBREAKER)’ (1974)
Previously on Music for Monday: Tom T. Hall, “I Like Beer’ (1975)
More Rolling Stones: Daily 70s Ad: The Rolling Stones ‘Angie’ (1973)
We’ve made it to Friday and that’s something to savor. We can also savor these vintage commercials from the early seventies. First up, it’s Dream Whip topping (with a very early appearance by Jimmy Baio), Vicks NyQuil, Ken-L-Ration dog food, and Coffee Rich creamer. Have a wonderful weekend!
DREAM WHIP TOPPING COMMERCIAL (JIMMY BAIO, 1974)
Dream Whip dessert topping commercial featuring actor Jimmy Baio (‘Bad News Bears Breaking Training,’ ‘Soap’) as the son. Spot aired March 1974.
VICKS NYQUIL COMMERCIAL (1974)
Vicks NyQuil Nighttime Cold Medicine commercial featuring a couple and a sink full of dishes. Spot aired March 1974.
KEN-L-RATION ‘MY DOG’S BETTER!’ COMMERCIAL (1973)
Ken-L-Ration Burger dog food commercial featuring a well-known jingle. Spot aired September 1973.
COFFEE RICH CREAMER COMMERCIAL (1973)
Rich’s Frozen Coffee Rich Non-Dairy Creamer commercial. Spot aired October 1973.
Previously on 70s Commercials: Star-Kist Tuna, Sta-Puf, Bell Yellow Pages, Ford Trucks (1976-79)
More NyQuil: 70s Spots: Vicks NyQuil (Sherman Hemsley, 1972) & Big Wally (Cathryn Damon, 1974)
More Ken-L-Ration: Saturday 70s Spots: Ken-L-Ration & ‘The Pump’ Hairspray (1978)
Let’s spin up another Hidden Gem, Bionic Pals! “Ice Cold Daydream” is the lead track on Freedom Flight, the second album by 17-year-old phenom Shuggie Otis. The tune was written by Shuggie and produced by his father, famed bandleader Johnny Otis.
Shuggie Otis is best-known for penning the Brothers Johnson tune “Strawberry Letter 23” but he’s also a wonderful guitarist and singer who deserves greater recognition. Listen to “Ice Cold Daydream.” It’s a funk epic packed into a concise 2:29. Ice cold!
SHUGGIE OTIS, ‘ICE COLD DAYDREAM’ (1971)
Previously on Hidden Gems: The Dramatics – ‘Hey You! Get Off My Mountain’ (1973)