BK PicturesPre-Six Flags era footage of Magic Mountain. In this video you'll see Eagle's Flight, Swiss Twist, Galaxy, Log Jammer, Gold Rusher, Circus Wheel and so much more!
Magic Mountain • 1976 Park Footage (Super 8mm)BK Pictures2023-01-03 | Pre-Six Flags era footage of Magic Mountain. In this video you'll see Eagle's Flight, Swiss Twist, Galaxy, Log Jammer, Gold Rusher, Circus Wheel and so much more!
Note: This video is posted for the purpose of historical documentation.Disneyland • Early 1960s Park Footage (Super 8mm)BK Pictures2024-01-21 | Circa early 1960's footage of Disneyland includes the main entrance, Monorail, Skyway, Submarine Voyage and more. As always, enjoy!
Note: This video is posted for the purpose of historical documentation.Pacific Ocean Park • Circa 1960s Footage (Super 8mm)BK Pictures2024-01-14 | Pacific Ocean Park (or simply P.O.P.) was a seaside amusement park built on a pier in Santa Monica, CA. It operated from 1958 to 1967 before being abandoned and eventually demolished. The infamous "Dogtown" surfing and skateboarding scene rose from its ashes in the 1970's as well. Enjoy this rarely seen glimpse into the past!
Note: This video is posted for the purpose of historical documentation.The Beach Boys • Bruce Johnston Dutch Interview (1981)BK Pictures2023-12-11 | Here is an interview with Bruce Johnston of the Beach Boys. It aired on NCRV Radio Holland in 1981. Sorry for the tape hiss while George Benson's "Breezin" plays in the background. If you have more info regarding this interview, please comment below.
Note: This video is posted for the purpose of historical documentation. I don't claim copyright. It is simply here for the fan community. Thank you!The Beach Boys • Dennis Wilson Interview (Circa 1977)BK Pictures2023-11-01 | Radio interview with Dennis Wilson of the Beach Boys from about 1977. If you have more info regarding this interview, please comment below. I would be more than happy to update its details.
Note: This video is posted for the purpose of historical documentation. I don't claim copyright. It is simply here for the fan community. Thank you!The U.S. National Parks PromoBK Pictures2023-10-31 | Here's a previously unreleased outtake dug up from my own archives. Happy Halloween 🎃 Enjoy! #shorts
New viewer? Subscribe! youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=1BKPictures1The Beach Boys • Carl Wilson and Mike Love Radio Interview (1979)BK Pictures2023-10-08 | This is an interview with Carl Wilson and Mike Love from 1979. Apparently, it's from a radio special at the time called "Love Rama Lama" hosted by Dan Carlisle.
Note: This video is posted for the purpose of historical documentation. I don't claim copyright. It is simply here for the fan community. Thank you!The Beach Boys • Dennis Wilson Interview (1978)BK Pictures2023-10-07 | Rare interview with Dennis Wilson from 1978 conducted by David Prinz.
Note: This video is posted for the purpose of historical documentation. I don't claim copyright. It is simply here for the fan community. Thank you!Knotts Berry Farm • 1960s Park Footage (Super 8mm)BK Pictures2023-09-18 | More Knott's footage this time from the 1960's. In this video you'll see the Calico Mine Ride, Ghost Town, Calico Saloon and more. Not the best quality reel I know but it is what it is.
Note: This video is posted for the purpose of historical documentation.Knotts Berry Farm • 1967 Park Footage (Super 8mm)BK Pictures2023-09-12 | And if you haven't had enough, even more Knott's park footage this time from 1967. Footage includes the Calico Mine Ride, Ghost Town & Calico Railroad, and even the ol' Knott's Lagoon with the Cordelia K. Steamboat.
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Footage includes the Water Fantasy show, Sky Tower, Japanese Village, pearl divers and much more! If you know the exact year this footage hails from, please comment below.
Note: This video is posted for the purpose of historical documentation.Knotts Berry Farm • Calico Mine Ride (Original 1960s Footage)BK Pictures2023-09-05 | Here's an extremely rare find of original 1960's footage of the Calico Mine Ride. A real authentic piece of both on-ride and off-ride filming presented in wonderful sepiatone. You can thank me later for this one. Enjoy! 😉
Note: This video is posted for the purpose of historical documentation.A Day at Disneyland in 1967 (Super 8mm)BK Pictures2023-09-02 | This fun day at Disneyland from 1967 includes footage of the Matterhorn, New Tomorrowland '67, Tomorrowland Stage, Tahitian Terrace, Swiss Family Treehouse, Rivers of America, Mine Train thru Nature's Wonderland, a trip on the Monorail to the Disneyland Hotel and much more. As always, enjoy!
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New viewer? Subscribe! youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=1BKPictures1Knotts Berry Farm (plus Queen Mary) • Early 1970s Footage (Super 8mm)BK Pictures2023-04-12 | This video includes early 1970's footage of the Timber Mountain Log Ride, Ghost Town & Calico Railroad, Petting Zoo, Fiesta Village, an organ grinder with his monkey, the world renowned Queen Mary ship, and even the Hoover Dam. Enjoy!
0:00 Knott's Berry Farm 1:24 Queen Mary 1:52 Hoover Dam
Note: This video is posted for the purpose of historical documentation.El Modena Band & Colorguard - 2004 Season HighlightsBK Pictures2023-02-25 | This is an old video I found featuring some highlights from the 2004 season of the El Modena Band & Colorguard. Consider this a virtual high school reunion and enjoy!
Paypal Support: paypal.com/donate/?business=JMHMKLH6XL9YL&no_recurring=0¤cy_code=USDKnotts Berry Farm • Timber Mountain Log Ride (Original Ride Audio)BK Pictures2023-02-25 | Here's the original ride audio/sound effects from the Timber Mountain Log Ride at Knott's Berry Farm. Somewhere around the 2:00 mark the audio changes. It was updated at some point prior to the Garner Holt refurbishment in 2013. This audio then dates from about 1969 to 2012.
Note: This video is posted for the purpose of historical documentation. I don't claim copyright. It is simply here for the fan community. Thank you!The Monkees • Intro TributeBK Pictures2023-02-21 | Just a little tribute/homage to the 1960's TV series and band, The Monkees starring yours truly. Enjoy! #shorts
Note: This video is posted for the purpose of historical documentation. I don't claim copyright. It is simply here for the fan community. Thank you!The Beach Boys Cafe • Radio PromoBK Pictures2022-12-03 | A radio promo for the Beach Boys Cafe that existed in Hermosa Beach, CA during the 1990's.
Note: This video is posted for the purpose of historical documentation. I don't claim copyright. It is simply here for the fan community. Thank you! #shortsThe Beach Boys • Surf Music Scene of the Sixties Interviews (1989)BK Pictures2022-10-04 | These are brief interview snippets from a radio show called Solid Gold Scrapbook. This segment is titled "Surf Music Scene of the Sixties." First broadcast on April 27, 1989.
Interviews include: 0:06 Mike Love 0:35 Brian Wilson 0:44 Dean Torrence (from Jan & Dean) 1:34 Don Wilson (from The Ventures)
Note: This video is posted for the purpose of historical documentation. I don't claim copyright. It is simply here for the fan community. Thank you!Knotts Scary Farm • 1986 Halloween Haunt PromoBK Pictures2022-09-12 | A promotional video for Knott's Scary Farm's 14th Annual Halloween Haunt. Features Studio K, Elvira, and clips of old mazes. Originally shown 9/26/86.
Note: This video is posted for the purpose of historical documentation. I don't claim copyright. It is simply here for the fan community. Thank you!Mission San Juan Capistrano in April 1972 (Super 8mm)BK Pictures2022-09-12 | Enjoy!
Note: This video is posted for the purpose of historical documentation.On Hold *another art piece*BK Pictures2022-09-12 | #shorts Paypal Support: paypal.com/donate/?business=JMHMKLH6XL9YL&no_recurring=0¤cy_code=USDA Trip Thru Knotts Berry Farms Ghost Town (Soundtrack)BK Pictures2022-09-12 | A souvenir vinyl record of Knott's Berry Farm. All the sounds heard on this record are authentic sounds of Ghost Town with a narrative history. Year unknown.
Note: This video is posted for the purpose of historical documentation.El Modena Band & Colorguard - 2003 MontageBK Pictures2022-09-12 | Consider this a virtual high school reunion and enjoy! Paypal Support: paypal.com/donate/?business=JMHMKLH6XL9YL&no_recurring=0¤cy_code=USDKnotts Berry Farm • 1997 Souvenir VideoBK Pictures2022-09-11 | Here's a real treat for ya with lots of rare shots found within including: 11:00 Mystery Lodge 12:57 Haunted Shack 16:29 Bigfoot Rapids 18:22 Kingdom of the Dinosaurs 18:57 1990's Boardwalk/Windjammer 21:55 Hammerhead 22:27 1990's Fiesta Village 24:24 Incredible Waterworks Show (Knott's own pre-World of Color) 27:31 Walter K. Steamboat 28:05 Church of Reflections 28:28 Original Camp Snoopy 33:27 The legendary Halloween Haunt
* A Finley Holiday Film * Note: This video is posted for the purpose of historical documentation. I don't claim copyright. It is simply here for the fan community. Thank you and you're welcome.The Marx Brothers • Groucho In the Marines (1945)BK Pictures2022-09-11 | From "Three Hours, Fifty-Nine Minutes, Fifty-One Seconds with The Marx Brothers" 4 Vinyl Record Set. Released by Murray Hill Records in 1974. This radio broadcast dates from June 10, 1945. It was first heard on the Chase and Sanborn Program. Recording features Groucho Marx accompanied by Frances Langford, Tony Romano, and Ken Carpenter. Enjoy!
Note: This video is posted for the purpose of historical documentation. I don't claim copyright. It is simply here for the fan community. Thank you!The Marx Brothers • Chico Marx Banter from Beer Barrel Polka (1943)BK Pictures2022-09-11 | From "Three Hours, Fifty-Nine Minutes, Fifty-One Seconds with The Marx Brothers" 4 Vinyl Record Set. Released by Murray Hill Records in 1974. This radio broadcast dates from December 1943. It was first heard on the Fitch Bandwagon. Recording features humorous banter between Chico Marx and Toby Reed. Enjoy!
Note: This video is posted for the purpose of historical documentation. I don't claim copyright. It is simply here for the fan community. Thank you!Lion Country Safari • April 1972 Footage (Super 8mm)BK Pictures2022-09-05 | Lion Country Safari existed in Laguna Hills, California from 1970 to 1984. It was an African Wildlife Preserve drive-thru attraction not too dissimilar to the present day San Diego Zoo Safari Park. Although not featured in this video, the original Wild Rivers waterpark operated on its former land from 1986 to 2011. Enjoy this glimpse into the past!
Note: This video is posted for the purpose of historical documentation.Knotts Berry Farm • 1971 Park Footage (Super 8mm)BK Pictures2022-08-25 | More Knott's footage this time from 1971. In this video you'll see Independence Hall, the Woodimals, an old west shootout in Ghost Town, Knott's Lagoon (including Bud Hurlbut's Cordelia K. Steamboat, Miniature Train and Carousel), the old Fur Trapper's Cabin and more!
Note: This video is posted for the purpose of historical documentation.Sea World San Diego • 1971 Park Footage (Super 8mm)BK Pictures2022-08-15 | Footage includes the Sky Tower, the rarely seen Hawaiian Punch Village and marine life including whales, dolphins, and seals.
Note: This video is posted for the purpose of historical documentation.Knotts Berry Farm • 1957 Park Footage (Super 8mm)BK Pictures2022-08-01 | More Knott's footage this time from way back in 1957. In this video you'll see Old MacDonald's Farm with the Seal Pool, Indian Trading Post, Ghost Town & Calico Railroad, Calico Saloon, and various shots of the Boothill Graveyard area.
Note: This video is posted for the purpose of historical documentation. Dedicated to Daniel R.Movieland Wax Museum • August 1978 Footage (Super 8mm)BK Pictures2022-07-25 | The Movieland Wax Museum operated in Buena Park, CA from 1962 to 2005. It is a greatly missed SoCal tourist attraction that ought to be rebuilt for the modern era and beyond. This footage from August 1978 includes such classics like Spartacus, Beverly Hillbillies, Wizard of Oz, John Wayne, Sunset Blvd., Dracula, Laugh In, Charlie Chaplin, Sophia Loren, Laurel & Hardy and so much more!
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Paypal Support: paypal.com/donate/?business=JMHMKLH6XL9YL&no_recurring=0¤cy_code=USDKnotts Scary Farm • Cavern of Lost Souls (Soundtrack)BK Pictures2022-03-10 | This is the audio from the Calico Mine Ride's Halloween Haunt overlay "Cavern of Lost Souls". It operated at Knott's Scary Farm for two seasons (2005 and 2006). Incidentally, I worked both years on this legendary attraction. Knott's ought to put out an official attractions soundtrack someday. Enjoy!
Note: This video is posted for the purpose of historical documentation. I don't claim copyright. It is simply here for the fan community. Thank you!Eureka, Ive found it!BK Pictures2022-03-07 | A brief clip from a previously unreleased Mining video project. Enjoy! #shorts
New viewer? Subscribe! youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=1BKPictures1Knotts Berry Farm • Blind Tiger AudioBK Pictures2022-02-24 | The Blind Tiger is the "speakeasy door" at Knott's Berry Farm near the Walter Knott Theater. This charming little detail dates back to the days of the Roaring 20's themed area. It's great to see the park restore/preserve fun details like this for future generations to enjoy. The audio behind the door was updated in 2021 to better fit in with the recently renovated "Memory Lane" section of the Boardwalk. Maybe the park will bring back other details like the volcano and little devil someday. 😉 Sometimes it's the little things that make all the difference. As always, enjoy!
Trees of Mystery is a roadside tourist attraction highlighting Giant Redwood Trees, wood carvings, and other natural life in the area. It has operated in Klamath, CA since 1946. Enjoy this glimpse into the past!
Note: This video is posted for the purpose of historical documentation.Marineland of the Pacific • 1960s Park Footage (Super 8mm)BK Pictures2021-12-28 | Marineland of the Pacific (or simply Marineland) was a sea life park/aquarium/oceanarium with many shows, entertainment, and exhibits. It operated from 1954 to 1987 in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA. The beachside Terranea Resort operates on its former land today. Enjoy this glimpse into the past! #shorts