Here’s another classic Memorex cassette tape commercial. This one aired in December of 1977 and stars Melissa Manchester and Ella Fitzgerald. Singer-songwriter, and actress, Melissa Manchester’s ’70s hits include; “Midnight Blue” and “Don’t Cry Out Loud.” Memorex Cassette Commercial (Manchester … Continue reading →
The Stylistics’ “Let’s Put It All Together” appeared on the album of the same name in the spring of 1974. This smooth and silky tune climbed to #18 on the US Hot 100 and #9 in the UK. Listen in … Continue reading →
Ann Peebles’ “Breaking Up Somebody’s Home” appeared on the singer’s Straight From The Heart LP in 1971. Grab a listen to this soulful scorcher below. Ann Peebles: ‘Breaking Up Somebody’s Home’ (1971) More Ann Peebles at Cherry Stereo: Vintage Ads: … Continue reading →
In honor of the 40th Anniversary of its release, here’s David Bowie performing “Heroes” on European rock show TopPop in ‘1977. “Heroes” originally appeared on the LP of the same name and hit #24 on the UK charts. Not a … Continue reading →
Rick Nelson (former star of TV’s Ozzy & Harriet) and The Stone Canyon Band released “One Night Stand” in the spring of 1974. The country rock tune, written by guitarist Dennis Larden, appeared on the Windfall album of the same … Continue reading →
Here’s some hard-grooving, early Seventies rock to brighten your day. Click the vid to catch Robin Trower, James Dewar, and Reg Isidore impress a Parisian audience with “Day of The Eagle.” “Day of The Eagle” is the first track on … Continue reading →
The Knack’s “My Sharona” needs little introduction as the song is still a rock and oldies radio staple. The tune originally appeared on The Knack’s debut LP, Get The Knack, in June of 1979 and went to #1 on the … Continue reading →
“Good for your system!” Here’s a classic Marantz stereo system components commercial featuring a disco jingle and roller-skating revelers. The spot aired in October of 1979. Marantz Stereo System Commercial (1979) Previously on Vintage Commercials: Ella Fitzgerald For Memorex (1972)
Continue reading →And now for something completely unexpected. Here’s Don Rich performing “Guitar-Pickin’ Man” on what appears to be Hee Haw in 1970. That’s Buck Owens introducing Rich at the beginning of the clip. Rich played lead guitar and fiddle and sang … Continue reading →
Suzi Quatro’s “If You Can’t Give Me Love” appeared on the artist’s If You Knew Suzi… LP in late 1978. I’m a fan of Quatro and I’m surprised I haven’t posted any of her music on the ‘Stereo yet. Please … Continue reading →