Two spots from 1977 today, and two from ’78. You’ll find an animated spot for AMF which seems influenced by Terry Gilliam, the ’79 Toyota Corona Liftback, Firestone at Kings Island theme park, and Gaines-Burgers dog food. I can’t see … Continue reading
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We’re stepping off the nostalgia bus in 1976 today. Our quartet of commercials feature Sanka Brand Decaffeinated Coffee (with Jimmy Baio), the ’77 Ford LTD II, Mennen Speed Stick, and a Superscope portable radio. I hope you will be flooded … Continue reading
Some old, familiar faces come out to visit today. That’s right, kids, it’s Kukla, Fran and Ollie of children’s TV fame advertising Tootsie Roll Mintees. You’ll also find spots for Eureka vacuums, PAM cooking spray (with Carmelita Pope), and Goodyear. … Continue reading
1972 and 1973 is our destination this time. Tune in for spots featuring Budweiser, the Whirlpool portable washing machine, Haley’s M-O laxative, and Pledge furniture spray (with George Montgomery). ‘WHEN YOU SAY BUD!’ SONG COMMERCIAL (BUDWEISER, 1972) Budweiser beer commercial … Continue reading
Hey there, Bionic Pals. Today, we’re rewinding the decade back to the top with commercials from 1970 and ’71. Hit those clickers for spots from Coca-Cola, Campbell’s Vegetable Soup, Greyhound, and Quaker’s King Vitaman cereal. COCA-COLA ‘ITS THE REAL THING!’ … Continue reading
Commercial time! Continuing through the years, we land on 1976 and ’77. Our four vintage spots today are for Ore-Ida Tater Tots, Purina Kitten Chow, Bell System’s “Lightwave Communication,” and Miller High Life. I hope to have a relaxing weekend … Continue reading