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 →

70s Spots: McDonald’s ‘You Deserve a Break’ (1972 & ’74)

“You deserve a break today!” Two commercials now from McDonald’s classic “You deserve a break” series. The first spot was produced in 1971 and aired on the first day of 1972. The second spot features a symphony orchestra and aired … Continue reading →

70s Spots: Taco Bell (1978) & McDonald’s Breakfast (1979)

“Head for taca-taca-taca-Taco Bell!” We’re laying out some tasty fast food selections today. A March 1978 commercial for Taco Bell followed by a McDonald’s breakfast spot from October 1979. Yummy!? *Interesting note: I’m fairly surprised that this is the first … Continue reading →

70s Spots: McDonald’s ‘Summer Song’ & ‘Seahawks’ (1979)

“Nobody can do it like McDonald’s can.” Another summer-related spot today. This one from McDonald’s features a swimming theme and aired in July of 1979. After that, another McDonald’s spot, from November of ’79, showing off Seattle Seahawks drinking glasses. … Continue reading →

70s Spots: McDonald’s Quarter Pounder & Big Mac Jingles (1975 & ’76)

“Two all-beef patties…” Two classic commercials for McDonald’s now. One from November 1975 featuring a crew of jostling football and Quarter Pounder fans. After that, fast-forward two months for a January 1976 spot for the Big Mac with an appearance … Continue reading →

70s Spots: McDonald’s ‘The Big Meal’ (1971)

“You deserve a break today.” Here’s a colorful, slightly funny McDonald’s commercial featuring something called “The Big Meal.” A precursor to the Happy Meal in some ways, though not directed at the little ‘uns. The spot aired in November of … Continue reading →