Light Up With Schmilsson

Whilst my primary focus will always be on the vinyl side of Nilsson, I also keep my eyes open for interesting promotional items such as this little gem. A book of matches promoting Harry’s A Little Touch Of Schmilsson In The Night

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Anyone devoted to Harry knows Harry was devoted to Laurel & Hardy so it’s no surprise to find him paying homage to their classic thumb lighter gag from ‘Way Out West’ on the cover of Schmilsson In The Night. One assumes the promotional department at RCA ran with the concept when deciding to have these matchbooks manufactured by the Universal Match Company of Cincinnati.

Another fun piece added to the collection.