TV Commercial Archives - Alan Cross' A Journal of Musical Things

Eddie Vedder Gets a Cameo in a Chicago Cubs TV Spot

With the 2017 MLB season about to start, plenty of teams are rolling out commercials. The Chicago Cubs (World Series

Back in 2006, Jack White agreed to participate in a Coke commercial. It ran exactly once. Where did it go?

Think that the Stones came late to the idea of licensing their music and likenesses for commercials? Think again. (Via

Before Lemmy died of cancer just after Christmas, he filmed a TV commercial for milk. Yes, milk. Created by a

Is there such thing as too fast? For some people, the answer is “Areyoucrazy?Power!FASTER!” With that in mind, here are

The whole concept of selling out is pretty much dead. If you’re going to exist in the music industry today,

Produced from scratch in Putin’s Russia. Don’t mention the war. (Via The Hollywood Reporter)

I declare this The Best Thing Ever for today. Where can I buy some ZYX? (Via Metal Injection)

I reported on Fred’s commission back in May. Now it’s done. (Via UPROXX)

The Licensing Game – Jim Neish in conversation with TBP Podcast EP 023 March 2, 2021
The penultimate sign of fandom, is a team’s jersey. Over the years, the role of the jersey in a team or league’s business has risen to the point where in some leagues it is by far one of the most valuable assets, at least on the team side. Around the world leagues differ in how […]
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Making an Impact, Together! – Kate McKenna & Donnovan Bennett in conversation with TBP Podcast EP 022 February 22, 2021
Personality, intelligence, and work ethic can take you a long way in life. In the media business, however, these traits are simply not enough. Not only will you have to sacrifice to make your dreams come true, but those closest to you will have to share that commitment and all that comes with it. Now […]
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Chasing a Dream – Keith Pelley in conversation with TBP Podcast EP 021 February 8, 2021
From a young hotshot TV producer to one of the world’s top sports executives, Keith Pelley continues to chase his dreams. As Keith puts it, “life is about adventures”, and what an epic one he’s been on, culminating with the European Golf Tour where he’s now CEO and Commissioner. In this episode Keith shares stories […]
Mark Silver