70s Spots: ‘Captain & Tennille’ Show & Avon Cosmetics (1977)

“It’s the new 1977 Capt. and Tennille!” Happy 1977 Day! (Yeah, I just made that up). Here’s a pair of commercials from that double-digit year. First up, a January ABC promo for the Captain & Tennille show. Guest stars include … Continue reading

70s Spots: ’75 Ford Mustang II & Granada (1974)

“It’s incredible – and it’s mine!” A pair of Ford commercials today that show off the upcoming 1975 models. In spot one, we’re offered four versions of the Mustang II, along with the Southern California lifestyle and a take on … Continue reading

70s Spots: Skittle Bingo (Don Adams) & Aurora Xlerators Race Cars (1973)

“Who asked ya?” Two commercials from Aurora are on display today. First, we find Don Adams as a gangster and Joey Forman as the Bingo Master in A Skittle Bingo commercial from September 1973. Second, an October 1973 spot for … Continue reading

70s Spots: Kraft Grape Jam & Mac & Cheese (1970)

“Let’s raise a toast – to Kraft Grape Jam!” We’re at the very top of the decade today with a pair of January 1970 commercials for Kraft. The first spot features Grape Jam and a French Toast meal suggestion. The … Continue reading

70s Spots: Slinky Toys (1977)

“Its fun for a girl and a boy!” Two 1977 commercials now for James Industries’ Slinky toys. The first features the traditional Slinky toy but in colored plastic versions rather than the original metal. The second spot focuses on pull-toys … Continue reading

70s Spots: Coca-Cola ‘Pass It Along’ Campaign (1979)

“Coke adds…life!” A pair of spots today from Coca-Cola’s “Pass it along” ad campaign. Both commercials aired in March of 1979. The first features a variety of friendly folks passing along a bottle of coke. The second carries the same … Continue reading