“Makes every bite count.” Here’s a nice mid-week batch of classic Seventies commercials. This time around you’ll find Andy Griffith, James Hampton, the lesser-known these days Toyota Corona, and the 1973 Mercury Marquis. A-1 Steak Sauce Commercial (Andy Griffith, 1975) … Continue reading
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“Watch it, Whipple!” Gadzooks, it’s been far too long since we posted some retro goodness. Let’s get up-to-date with the most recent commercials to appear on the Bionic Disco YouTube channel. First, a pair of 1970 Charmin spots featuring Dick … Continue reading
“The Aussies share your love for gusto…” Let’s chug down a couple of beer spots today. In pole position we have Schlitz making a visit to Australia. Not sure they even had/have Schlitz in ol’ OZ, so we’ll just assume … Continue reading
“We made the close shave comfortable.” A pair of competing shaver spots today from November of 1972 – both fronted by football heroes. First up, Fran Tarkenton for the Remington Mark III & IV. After that, sportscaster Pat Summerall for … Continue reading
“More hold with less spray!” A pair of early 70s good grooming tips today. First, we have a rather silly commercial for VO5 hairspray featuring two gals riding on a “Hair Spray Torture Test” attraction. This one aired in August … Continue reading
“You won’t know it’s a Volkswagen until you’re outside.” Got a pair of automobile commercials for you today. First, we have a November 1972 spot for the ’73 Volkswagen Super Beetle. My mom drove a yellow VW Beetle for ages. … Continue reading