Category Archives: Retro

A look back at the outdated styles, trends, people and kitch that defined past generations. Think “Fat Laces” and pinning your pants.

Michael J. Fox and his Back to the Future acting doubles

Michael J. Fox with his photo double Kevin Holloway, stand-in Robert Bennett and stunt double Charlie Croughwell on the set of Back to the Future Part II, 1989.

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Gilligan’s Island Pinball Machine

Gilligan’s Island pinnball machine from April 1991, manufactured by Bally Manufacturing Co. I think I need this.

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Gilligan's Island Pinball

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Monday Music Rewind: Saigon Kick

“Love Is on the Way” is a song recorded by American rock band Saigon Kick on their 1992 second studio album The Lizard. They have tried and failed to reunite many times over the years according to their wiki page. Sounds like the main members are giant pains the ass. This song was good though. 

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48-shot revolver from 1855

Pretty tough to holster and draw, but I like it.

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Old photo of Metallica and Chili Peppers guys

Flea, Jason Newsted, Kirk Hammet and Anthony Kiedis.

Flea, Jason Newsted, Kirk Hammet and Anthony Kiedis.

Every junior high girlfriend

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You can still buy this stuff…

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Creepy old cereal commerical

Hey kids, want to know what it’s like to eat breakfast with that demon clown that lives in your closet? Ever wondered what would happen if John Wayne Gacy made a cereal ad?

N.W.A On Arsenio Hall

N.W.A. made an appearance on the Arsenio Hall show in 1990 and performed “100 Miles and Runnin'” after a brief interview regarding police treatment of blacks. 

Inside the Simpsons writing room, 1992

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I bet it stinks in there.

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Jane Badler is joining ABC's V remake

The old V can be seen here.