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Knights In Santa’s Service

Here are some very rare examples of KISS merchandising, as everyone knows the band doesn’t care much for merchandising as they feel it ruins their artistic integrity.The kid in the picture never listened to a KISS record in his life, he’s a Leo Sayer fan, poser….

A Celebration of Brick

Today marks the one year anniversary of this blog and it seemed fitting to use it to pay a little attention to my favourite catalog model, Brick Mantooth. I originally blogged about him here, calling him “Brick Conners” (after “Mannix” star Mike) but eventually my appreciation for emergency star Randy Mantooth, forced me to change […]

The Bully Magnet

No wonder Sven in the back is smiling, he could wear an “I love Grandma” T Shirt to school and nobody would notice him standing next to the Mike Brady action jumpsuit.

Toy Look A Likes Part 2

I couldn’t help but notice that this blue speedsuit ( Just like the one Doc Venture wears!) modelled by Plaidstallions spokesmodel Brick Mantooth resembles Double Trouble Big Jim. That’s so boss, I really need to get me a speedsuit.

Rejected Superhero Concepts

Few remember the “Lightning Twins” from the pre Claremont X-Men, their power was to join hands and sing Capenters songs, annoying anyone within earshot. Earshot was another rejected X-Man, thanks I’m here all week.

Take that PETA!

Somehow I picture a photographer saying “Give me your mean face boys, you’re leather, you’re tough!” Pretty intimidating bunch, hold me…..