70s Spots: ‘Brady Bunch’ & ‘Partridge Family’ Promos (1971)

“Remember us? We’re the Brady family.” To start off the new week, I’ve got a couple of humdingers for you. ABC fall promos for The Brady Bunch and The Partridge Family. Both spots aired in November of 1971. Please enjoy, … Continue reading

70s Spots: Muhammad Ali & Farrah Fawcett For Mercury (1974)

“We think it’s The Greatest.” Another double-header today (the awesome spots are piling up high at ‘Disco HQ). First up, Lincoln-Mercury broke the bank and grabbed Muhammad Ali for a ’75 Monarch spot. After that, it’s a pre-Charlie’s Angels Farrah … Continue reading

70s Spots: Tonka Toys (1974)

“The average Tonka family owns seven Tonka toys.” Here’s a find! Tonka toys were a favorite of my much smaller self. They looked great and were built tough. I really adored those toys – especially my ’73 Winnebago. The spot … Continue reading

70s Spots: Miller High Life & Aurora Model Racers (1970)

“The Champagne Of Beers!” Two cool spots for you from September of 1970. First up, trumpet player & bandleader Al Hirt, for Miller High Life beer. After that, Aurora model cars have some headlights installed for the Day and Night … Continue reading

70s Spots: Sheraton Hotels (1973)

“What has Sheraton done for you lately?” Here’s a state-of-the-art, December 1973 spot for Sheraton hotels. The commercial features a fancy schmany helicopter and an 800 number. What is this, the 80s?! Sheraton Hotels Commercial (1973) Previously on 70s Spots: … Continue reading

70s Spots: (70s Fashion) Arrow Casual Wear (1973)

“Colorful casual wear from the colorful shirt company.” In this Arrow shirts commercial we go all the way back to the 1920s for some fashionable history. The spot aired in December of 1973. If given a choice, I’d take 20s … Continue reading