Albums and singles released under the name Alvin Stardust

Alvin Stardust’s 1977 single “Growin’ Up” marked an unexpected detour into American heartland rock, with Stardust covering Bruce Springsteen’s 1973 track from *Greetings from Asbury Park, N.J.* Released on April 8 1977, the single paired the Springsteen cover with the self‑penned B‑side “A Hobo’s Life.” Produced by Jonathan King and arranged by Johnny Arthey, the release showcased Stardust in a more narrative, singer‑songwriter mode than his earlier glam‑rock persona. Althoug

Issued in the UK on 26 April 1974 on Magnet Records (catalogue MAG 8), “Red Dress” was Alvin Stardust’s breakthrough glam-rock single that propelled him into the Top 10. Following his transformation from Shane Fenton into the leather-clad, quiffed Alvin Stardust persona, “Red Dress” was released as his second single for the newly formed Magnet label. Produced and written by Peter Shelley, the track delivered a catchy, stomping glam sound with a strong visual identity that per

The Mind That Topped the Charts

A bright, early‑’60s pop gem marking Shane Fenton’s rise before his glam‑rock transformation.