Super 70s Ads: Gloria Vanderbilt Jeans (1979)

Vanderbilt Jeans ad appeared in the August 13, 1979 issue of New York magazine. Gloria Vanderbilt, famed heiress and author, and mother of Anderson Cooper, had her own brand of jeans in the seventies. The tight-fitting trousers were all the … Continue reading

Super 70s Ads: ‘Rich Kids’ Movie (1979)

‘Rich Kids’ ad via New York magazine August 13, 1979 1979 – the summer of New York rich kids. Coincidentally, I made my first visit to New York in the summer of ’79 as a fresh-from-California 12-year-old. I had a … Continue reading

Super 70s Ads: Bell AutoMatic TelePhone Secretary (1979)

This wild and wonderful new phone technology features a cassette tape and answers in “your own voice”! Even better, this cutting edge automatic secretary will only set you back an extra $14.40 per month on your bill. Nice. Ad appeared … Continue reading

70s Commercials: Star-Kist Tuna, Sta-Puf, Bell Yellow Pages, Ford Trucks (1976-79)

Charlie the Tuna (voiced by Herschel Bernardi) is the star of our batch of seventies commercials today. You can also view spots for Sta-Puf Blue, Bell System Yellow Pages, and Ford trucks. Enjoy the memories. STAR-KIST TUNA ‘GOOD TASTE’ COMMERCIAL … Continue reading

70s Commercials: Space Dust Candy, American Express Travelers Cheques, Crystal Vanish, Mazda 626 (1978-79)

Here’s a funky assortment of commercials from the late seventies. First, we have a spot for Space Dust candy. When you were on the ‘Dust it sizzled and crackled in your mouth. Outta sight, man. Following that, you’ll find American … Continue reading

70s Commercials (Buried Treasures): Sears Tele-Games, Homelite Chainsaw, Xerox Fax Machine, Continental Mark VI (1976-79)

*Time for more “Buried Treasure” commercials that appeared on the Bionic Disco YouTube channel but not here on the website.* Here’s a batch of 1976 commercials featuring the Sears Tele-Games console, Homelite Chainsaw, and the Xerox Fax Machine. A home … Continue reading