70s spots: Gillette Foamy & Palmolive Rapid Shave Creams (1971)

“Be an old smoothie!” Two shaving cream spots steaming up the bathroom mirror today. First, an October 1971 commercial for Gillette Foamy featuring singing cans. The actor is one we’ve seen before, for example, in this spot for Holiday Inn, … Continue reading

70s Spots: Joe Namath For Brut & Hamilton Beach Popper (1973)

“Brut goes all the way.” A pair of classic commercials starring “Broadway” Joe Namath today. First, a spot for Brut cologne from December of 1973. After that, one for the Hamilton Beach Butter-Up Popper from September of ’73. For a … Continue reading

70s Spots: Chuck Wagon Dog Food (1974)

“Dogs go for the flavor of chicken!” Two classic spots today for Chuck Wagon dog food from February of 1974. I used to love these commercials when I was a much smaller human being. That animated wagon that could never … Continue reading

70s Spots: Mountain Dew ‘Bear Attack’ & Luzianna Tea (Burl Ives, 1979)

“Tough & Light.” Happy April Fool’s! I don’t have any leg-pulling jokes for you – but I do have a pair of refreshing spots that you can drink down. First, a commercial for Mountain Dew featuring a very mild bear … Continue reading

70s Spots: Budweiser Champion Clydesdales (1976)

“Champion Clydesdale – symbolic of the King of Beers.” A pair of Budweiser commercials today, focused on the “proud tradition” of “Champion” Clydesdale horses. The spots aired in January of 1976 (probably produced in ’75). I’m fairly certain that’s Ed … Continue reading

70s Spots: Reynolds Wrap & Behold Polish (1978)

“The Best Wrap Around.” Two spots for the household today. First, a commercial for Reynolds Wrap starring Marilyn Saunders. After that, one for Behold furniture polish. Both spots aired in January of 1978 (and were likely produced in ’77). Reynolds … Continue reading