Sunday 70s Spots: Dodge Aspen & Dodge Pickups (1976)

It’s Dodge Day here at the ‘Disco. Following our Dodge Charger print ad, we now present two Dodge commercials from January of 1976. The first spot for Dodge Aspen stars Rex Harrison and features a production number in the style … Continue reading

Daily 70s Ad: Sheraton Hotels ‘Revolution’ (1976)

(Click ad to enlarge) “Sheraton’s Fearless Reservation lets you celebrate the revolution. Without a battle.” 1976: year of the Bicentennial celebration. Unwritten law states that everything must be related to the American Revolution. Even hotel ads. Go, USA! Daily 70s … Continue reading

Funshine Friday: ‘Tarzan, Lord Of The Jungle’ (Animated, 1976)

“This is my domain, and I protect those who come here; for I am Tarzan, Lord of the Jungle!” Filmation’s Tarzan, Lord of the Jungle originally aired Saturday mornings on CBS, beginning in September of 1976. 36 half-hour episodes were … Continue reading

Holiday Sing-A-Long: ‘Rudolph’s Shiny New Year’: ‘Have A Happy New Year’ (1976)

On behalf of myself and Bionic Disco, here’s wishing you a joyous and wonderful 2014! Let’s celebrate with belting out the “Have A Happy New Year” song from Rankin/Bass’ 1976 Animagic holiday special, Rudolph’s Shiny New Year. The tune is … Continue reading

Daily 70s Spot: Radio Shack Christmas Walkie-Talkies (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 … Continue reading

Funshine Friday: ‘Rudolph’s Shiny New Year’: ‘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 … Continue reading