At the bash, the band is playing Elton John's "The Bitch Is Back". The song was released only 2 months earlier. This instrumental version was used in a number of Universal productions, including several episodes on McCloud. The song was published on the MCA record label which was part of the Universal corporate family.
During the opening sequence, Johnny complains about Marco's food. This is in direct contrast to the fact that Marco was a very good cook and often used the kitchen to make meals for the cast and crew.
Captain Stanley is seen inside Engine 51, responding to a call to the station house with the typical "Station 51, KMG 365", instead of from the call desk, as usually seen.
While at "the bash" Roy and Johnny overdressed in tuxedos are mistaken for a couple of artists from Canton, Ohio.