70s Spots: Kmart Women’s Fashion & Ship’n Shore (1977-78)

“The Saving Place.” Now we slip into something more fashionable – late Seventies style. First, a commercial from August 1977 for Kmart’s ladies attire. Second, a spot from March ’78 featuring the Ship’n Shore ensembles on sale at May Company. … Continue reading

70s Spots: Charmin’s Mr. Whipple, RCA, General Electric (1970-72)

“Watch it, Whipple!” Gadzooks, it’s been far too long since we posted some retro goodness. Let’s get up-to-date with the most recent commercials to appear on the Bionic Disco YouTube channel. First, a pair of 1970 Charmin spots featuring Dick … Continue reading

70s Spots: Hamilton Beach ‘Crock Watcher’ (1976) & Kraft Margarine (1977)

“I’m cooking dinner…right now!” Today, we’re serving up some fun with the Hamilton Beach Crock Watcher. This commercial aired in October of 1976. After that, enjoy a sing-a-long spot for Kraft’s Miracle Margarine from September 1977. Crock Watcher Commercial (Hamilton … Continue reading

70s Spots: Target ‘Grand Opening’ & A&P Market (1979)

“Celebrating the Grand Opening sale!” All righty. Let’s head back 39 years and do some marketing. First, we have a rare find. An early commercial for a Texas Grand Opening event at a new Target store. This one aired in … Continue reading

70s Spots: Duracell Batteries & Jarman Shoes (1978)

“The copper-top battery.” Today, we’re throwing it back 40 years to 1978. First, take in a commercial from March ’78 for Duracell batteries. Second, a spot for Jarman shoes featuring Eddie Barth as a friendly road worker. Duracell Batteries Commercial … Continue reading

70s Spots: Schlitz Beer ‘Australia’ (1972) & Miller Beer ‘Lumberjacks’ (1973)

“The Aussies share your love for gusto…” Let’s chug down a couple of beer spots today. In pole position we have Schlitz making a visit to Australia. Not sure they even had/have Schlitz in ol’ OZ, so we’ll just assume … Continue reading