September 28, 2009

5 Reasons

I know that the following music video by Slow Club isn't exactly related to advertising, but I think I have a long enough list of valid excuses to post it. They are as follows:

1. Great concept

2. Great song

3. Meta = WIN!

4. The members of slow club dress like art directors. We love art directors. Except when they act like little prima donnas.

5. They say the word "viral." Oooooooooooooooooooo.

UPDATE: One of you dudes asked for a link to the band's website. Here ye be.

Posted by Nick Kinney on September 28, 2009 at 09:12 PM | Permalink | Comments (4) | TrackBack (0)
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September 25, 2009

New post - NOW WITH HUMOR!

xkcd is a fantastically clever web comics that geeks the world over have embraced in a big way. I used to only read it when it made the front page of my favorite social bookmarking site (reddit), but after reading today's strip, I'm in the fan club.

Posted by Nick Kinney on September 25, 2009 at 11:41 AM | Permalink | Comments (3) | TrackBack (0)
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September 24, 2009

Art & Copy Movie – TOMORROW NIGHT!

Hey gang -- don't forget to meet JJ and I at the Tivoli tomorrow night for the KC Premiere of "Art & Copy."
Showtime is at 7:30 at the Tivoli in Westport, but JJ and I will be drinking beers before and after at Kelly's.

We should be there around 5, so feel free to join us when you can.

And remember, if you're an Ad Club member, bring this flyer to get a discount!

Posted by Tug McTighe on September 24, 2009 at 10:49 AM | Permalink | Comments (4) | TrackBack (0)
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September 18, 2009

Uh, you may want to hire a proofreader.

From David Unekis, taken by his friend at the Hyatt Embarcadaro in San Francisco.
And watch where you're stepping in their elevators.

Posted by Tug McTighe on September 18, 2009 at 09:10 AM | Permalink | Comments (1) | TrackBack (0)
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September 16, 2009

Just stick to the jingle, guys.

As a dedicated fan of all things sport, I spent approximately 20 hours this weekend watching both NCAA and NFL football. A few times during this epic couch potato session, I observed a commercial from Shawnee Mission Kia about their mid-sized sedan, the Optima. Only after seeing it for the 5th or 6th time did I notice something. 

You may not notice anything out of the ordinary at first, but when you see it, you'll shit bricks.

 

Wait, what? This has to be a joke, right? Wrong. Shawnee Mission Kia actually approved and ran a TV spot that prominently features the Kia Otima. Not the Optima. The Otima. Holy Moses.

Needless to say, I assumed this spot would be promptly pulled down and replaced with a revised version featuring the correct spelling. Well, you know what happens when we assume. Kia, either because they don't know or don't care about the misspelling of THE NAME OF THE FUCKING CAR, went ahead and ran the same version during the Royals game last night.

Sure, it's pretty likely that only 12 people were watching a Royals game on September 15th, but you'd think a car dealer wouldn't want to showcase their ineptitude to even 1 potential car buyer, right? Wrong again. In fact, Kia is perfectly happy associating themselves with poor quality control not only on TV, but in the social media space as well. 

That's right, boys and girls -- they posted the commercial on their Facebook page. Check it out in the videos section or see it posted in all its glory on their wall. Unbelievable. I hope these guys make vehicles better than they make TV spots.

UPDATE: Did I have a typographical error in a blog post about a typographical error? Yes. Did I promptly fix it when notified of my mistake? You betcha. Is this so meta that my brain is exploding?

BANG!

Uh-Huh.

UPDATE PART 2: Apparently, fucking up the name of the very product you're pitching isn't limited to car dealerships. This is a sign from the McDonalds on the campus of The University of Missouri. Thanks to Kim English (@Englishscope) for the pic.

Posted by Nick Kinney on September 16, 2009 at 10:56 AM | Permalink | Comments (4) | TrackBack (0)
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September 15, 2009

R.I.P. Swayze

You will never be forgotten for the glorious triumvirate of Road House, Point Break and Red Dawn.

Wolverines indeed C. Thomas Howell. Wolverines indeed.

Posted by Tug McTighe on September 15, 2009 at 11:42 AM | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)
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September 14, 2009

American Copywriter #64 now available

The "Follow the Money" Edition

Enjoying brews of a different sort, John and Tug present their own take on all the recent hubbub and gently lance the swollen, tender subject of awards and what's really behind the desire to win them. It's brief, chatty and maybe, just possibly, not an utter waste of your time. Listen now. And have you subscribed (or resubscribed) on iTunes?

Notes:
00:00 Allergy Season
02:53 Our take on the recent hubbub
06:22 JJ does a terrible accent
09:30 The real reason for awards
17:33 Coffee shop culture
18:46 Today's copywriting lesson
22:15 Bye-bye

Posted by John on September 14, 2009 at 10:07 AM | Permalink | Comments (1) | TrackBack (0)
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September 10, 2009

How a lost backpack found Southwest a lot more loyal customers.

Robert Bishop, one of the esteemed CWs here at Callahan Creek, found this story and sent it to me. Here is what he said:

"Once upon a time before I even turned 10, I lost a sweet stack of comic books at a hotel while I was on a road trip with my mom. To this day I remember what a downer that was.

So I found this story very cool.

Think I’ll be flying Southwest from now on. A Lost & Found Detective -- what an awesome way to reinforce your brand."

I agree, thanks Robert. Also, check out his awesome Lunch Blog.

Posted by Tug McTighe on September 10, 2009 at 10:11 AM | Permalink | Comments (2) | TrackBack (0)
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September 08, 2009

Art & Copy - Flyer with cash saving coupon below!

More details about a possible post party are to come. In the meantime, here's the flyer to get your AAF-KC discount.

Posted by Tug McTighe on September 08, 2009 at 04:01 PM | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)
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September 03, 2009

We are proud to present – Art & Copy: The Movie, Coming to KC Sept 25 @ the Tivoli

Save the date – September 25, 7:30 - Tivoli Cinemas in Westport Manor Square.

After numerous phone calls and email wrangling by Ky Miller,  AAF-KC and American Copywriter,  Art & Copy is coming to KC! JJ and I will be your hosts and we have secured discount tickets for AAF-KC members and are working on a suitable post party location somewhere in Westport. Stay tuned for details!

In the meantime, spread the word, gather your friends and make your plans to attend!

Posted by Tug McTighe on September 03, 2009 at 07:32 AM | Permalink | Comments (2) | TrackBack (0)
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