Music For Monday: Loretta Lynn, ‘You Ain’t Woman Enough’ (1970)

Here’s Loretta Lynn to get our week off to a good start. Lynn can be seen performing “You Ain’t Woman Enough” on The Ed Sullivan Show October 11, 1970. “You Ain’t Woman Enough” was written by Lynn and hit #2 … Continue reading

70s Commercials: Fruity Pebbles, G.I. Joe, Alka-Seltzer, Playtex Bra (1970-73)

A very good Friday to you. I’ve got some early seventies commercials lined-up and ready for viewing. Start with Post Fruity Pebbles cereal and The Flintstones and move on to G.I. Joe Action Packs. After that, take in an Alka-Seltzer … Continue reading

70s Commercials: Coca-Cola, Campbell’s Soup, Greyhound, King Vitaman (1970-71)

Hey there, Bionic Pals. Today, we’re rewinding the decade back to the top with commercials from 1970 and ’71. Hit those clickers for spots from Coca-Cola, Campbell’s Vegetable Soup, Greyhound, and Quaker’s King Vitaman cereal. COCA-COLA ‘ITS THE REAL THING!’ … Continue reading

70s Commercials: Wesson Oil, Chef Boyardee, Comet, Playtex Girdle (1970)

Happy 2-22-22! Here’s a fine batch of vintage commercials from 1970 or thereabouts. Take a look at spots for Wesson Oil, Chef Boyardee with an animated spaghetti monster, Comet cleanser, and the Playtex Lycra Girdle. You’ll be glad you did. … Continue reading

Music For Monday: Status Quo, ‘Spinning Wheel Blues’ (Live, 1970)

Welcome to a new week – and President’s Day here in the US. Here, for no particular reason, is Britain’s Status Quo. The Quo can be seen performing “Spinning Wheel Blues” on Germany’s Beat-Club on September 26, 1970. “Spinning Wheel … Continue reading

Music For Monday: Johnny Mathis, ‘My Funny Valentine’ (1970)

Happy Valentine’s Day, one and all. Let’s celebrate (or not, your choice) the day with Johnny Mathis singing “My Funny Valentine” on The Ed Sullivan Show. The performance aired on November 22, 1970. Mathis first released his version of “My … Continue reading