70s Commercials: McDonald’s, Orange Plus, Lux, Allerest (1971)

It’s all 1971 today. Have a look at four vintage spots featuring McDonald’s (change back on your dollar!), Birds Eye Orange Plus, Lux liquid (with Sandy Duncan and Christopher Hewett), and Allerest allergy tablets. Have a good weekend and I’ll … Continue reading

70s Commercials: Sara Lee, Pepto-Bismol, McDonald’s Fries, Baby Peek-A-Boo (1970-72)

Yes, that’s a young Edward Herrmann contemplating a french fry in the above photo. Today, we’re loitering in the early seventies and I’ve got the usual set of dusty but delightful spots for you. Enjoy commercials for Sara Lee chocolate … Continue reading

70s Commercials: Old Spice, McDonald’s Gift Certificates, Kraft Holiday Meals, Dutch Masters (Xmas, 1972-79)

Presenting the last batch of holiday commercials for the season. In order of year, you’ll find spots for Dutch Masters, Kraft, Old Spice, and McDonald’s. Here’s wishing the very best to you and yours! To all who celebrate, have a … Continue reading

70s Commercials: McDonald’s Filet-O-Fish, Honeycomb Cereal, VW Rabbit, Spray ‘N Wash (1977)

A very happy Friday to you. Today’s batch of commercials aired in 1977. You can enjoy spots for McDonald’s Filet-O-Fish, Honeycomb cereal, Volkswagen Rabbit, and Spray ‘n Wash. Stay safe out there and have a great weekend. MCDONALD’S FILET-O-FISH COMMERCIAL … Continue reading

From The Vault: Rare McDonald’s ‘McDonaldland’ Industrial Film (1972)

**Time to pull a classic post from the Bionic Disco vault. The following originally appeared April 3, 2013** Hangin’ with Mayor McCheese. (‘McDonald’s Setmakers,’ 1972) Here’s a rare and delightful time warp back to your childhood – when a visit … Continue reading

70s In The News: Bootsy Collins, McDonaldland & More

Bootsy Collins photo via TheBootCave.com BOOTSY LOOT-SEE NPR.org has posted a chat with seventies funk superstar Bootsy Collins. Bootsy talks about his years with Parliament-Funkadelic and James Brown and plays tracks from his personal collection of recordings. NPR Quote:“The funk … Continue reading