Sunday 70s Spots: Herb Edelman For Midas & Texaco (1977)

“Midas built a business for people who can’t wait.” Today, I’ve got two car-related commercials (from February and November of 1977) starring Herb Edleman. First, a spot for Midas and after that, one for Texaco. 1970s folks will best remember … Continue reading

Daily 70s Ad: Greg Morris For MacNaughton Whisky (1977)

(Click to enlarge) “When you’re good, people notice.” It’s Greg Morris of Mission: Impossible fame for Canadian hooch. Daily 70s Ad #162: Greg Morris For MacNaughton Whisky originally appeared in the June, 1977 issue of Cincinnati magazine. (Source: Cincinnati) Previously … Continue reading

Daily 70s Ad: Coke ‘Block Party’ (1977)

(Click to enlarge) “Times when good food and good folks meet, partying in the apartment or even dancing in the street.” Summertime ’77 style. Daily 70s Ad #156: Coke ‘Block Party’ originally appeared in the July 14, 1977 issue of … Continue reading

Sunday 70s Spots: Ford Explorer & Maverick (1977)

“It’s a better idea.” Happy Father’s Day! Our theme for today is Ford vehicles. Coming up first, we have a Ford “Limited Edition” Explorer pickup commercial. After that, a “Limited Edition” Maverick spot. Both spots aired in February of 1977. … Continue reading

Saturday 70s Spots: AMF Bowling Balls & MagicScore (1977)

“You knock ’em down, MagicScore adds ’em up.” The weekend is upon us. That means it’s time to load up the 1970s commercials. For today’s theme, let’s go bowling. In lane one, we have a spot for AMF’s new Pro … Continue reading

Daily 70s Ad: Jermaine Jackson’s ‘Feel The Fire’ (1977)

(Click to enlarge) “Hot New Album On Motown Records & Tapes.” Jackson’s fourth solo L.P. Featuring the single, “You Need to Be Loved.” Daily 70s Ad #144: Jermaine Jackson’s ‘Feel The Fire’ originally appeared in the July 14, 1977 issue … Continue reading