From The Vault: Rad Ads: Lee Rider Jeans (1976)

**Post originally appeared on Bionic Disco August 20, 2015.** Lee Riders Jeans. (Ebony magazine, August, 1976) “For those who think it’s time to get down to earth, back to basics.” Check out that “authentic western styling”! Lee Riders Jeans originally … Continue reading

From The Vault: Rad Ads: Iron-On Transfers (1976)

**Post originally appeared on Bionic Disco September 16, 2015.** Iron-On Transfers. (‘Boy’s Life’ magazine, June 1976) “Let’s Boogie!” This ad is indelibly etched in my mind. Or, maybe I should say “ironed-on the inside of my mind.” Iron-On Transfers originally … Continue reading

Super 70s Ads: Kool-Aid Summer (1974)

“There will be no shortage of flavor this summer.” This colorful ad for Kool-Aid appeared in the August 1974 issue of Ebony magazine. What’s your favorite? Cherry, Lemon-Lime, or Punch? Previously on Super 70s Ads: Bell AutoMatic TelePhone Secretary (1979) … Continue reading

Super 70s Ads: Burger Beer (1971)

“70s Ads” are back! Can you feel the excitement? Let’s get right to it with a January 1971 Burger Beer ad from Cincinnati magazine. Is that fella Gary Collins, or am I crazy? More Gary Collins: Show Toppers: ‘Born Free’ … Continue reading

From The Vault: Avon Calling (1970)

**A classic post from the Bionic Disco vault. The following originally appeared July 28, 2014** Avon ‘For Everybody.’ (LIFE magazine, July 17, 1970) “Ordering everything for everybody is easy when the doorbell rings and it’s AVON CALLING.” Hey, those are … Continue reading

Rad Ads: Florence Henderson, ‘Conversations’ Record (1970)

Here’s a rare find for Brady Bunch fans. An ad for Florence Henderson’s Decca single “Conversations” from February of 1970. Grab a listen to the record below. Florence Henderson: ‘Conversations’ (1970) Previously on Rad Ads: Tri-Sport 3-Wheel Vehicle (1971) More … Continue reading