Tag Archives: Mercury

Thoroughbred Radio Ad Campaign Races into Hall of Fame

Posted on September 21, 2017 by Rod Schwartz

One of my very favorite advertising campaigns of all time has to do with horse racing. And life, laughter, and modern culture. It’s DeVito/Verdi’s brilliant “And They’re Off…” campaign, winner of multiple advertising awards over the years, including their induction … Continue reading →

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Some Mighty Fine Radio Work!

Posted on August 24, 2012 by Rod Schwartz

This year’s Radio Mercury Awards competition include some real gems produced by radio station creatives. Among my favorites, these spots for garage door specialist Buy Doors Direct: A catchy tune, real humor that stays anchored to the sales message, an … Continue reading →

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RADIO-MERCURY MUSINGS

Posted on July 12, 2011 by Rod Schwartz

Each year since 2004 I’ve retained copies of my best radio work from the previous year, with a view toward entering them in radio’s premiere creative competition, The Radio-Mercury Awards. My 2010-11 folder contains some 15 commercials from which I’d … Continue reading →

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