Shane Fenton (July 12, 1963) "Don't Do That" / "It's All Over Now" Single 7"

Jul 5, 1963
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Label: 20th Century-Fox Country: USA Catalogue: 439

Release Date: July 12, 1963 Label: Parlophone

Format: 7" Vinyl Single

Country: United Kingdom

Catalogue Number: R 5047

In the summer of 1963, at the absolute height of the British beat boom, Shane Fenton (the stage name of the young Bernard Jewry, who would later transform into the leather-clad glam icon Alvin Stardust) released his third single — the upbeat, catchy rock 'n' roll number “Don't Do That.”

With its strong beat-group energy, driving rhythm, and youthful charm, the track perfectly encapsulated the vibrant, energetic spirit of the early 1960s UK music scene, sitting comfortably alongside the wave of beat groups exploding out of Liverpool, Manchester, and London.

Backed with the mid-tempo “It's All Over Now,” this Parlophone 7" single (catalogue R 5047) continued Fenton’s promising early career as one of the many bright young hopes of British rock 'n' roll. Although it failed to chart, the release remains a delightful snapshot of a young singer full of raw talent and stage presence, years before his dramatic reinvention in the 1970s glam-rock era.

The A-side was later picked up in the US by 20th Century-Fox Records, where Billboard magazine gave it a positive review in January 1964, praising the “ear-pleasing uptempo item” and Shane’s “feelingful delivery,” predicting strong deejay recognition and sales potential. This single stands as an important chapter in the pre-fame story of an artist who would go on to enjoy two completely different successful careers under two different names.

THE RELEASE	WHAT THE LABEL SHOWS
Shane Fenton’s upbeat rock ’n’ roll single “Don’t Do That” backed with the mid-tempo “It’s All Over Now”. Released at the height of the British beat boom, the track showcased Fenton’s energetic delivery and youthful charm.	• Classic Parlophone black label with silver text and logo • Side A: “Don’t Do That” • Side B: “It’s All Over Now” • Catalogue R 5047

CONTEXT AND NOTES	VARIANTS & PACKAGING
Third single from Shane Fenton during the early 1960s beat boom. The lively track reflected the vibrant energy of the era. Although it failed to chart, it remains a charming snapshot of a young singer full of raw talent years before his reinvention as glam-rock star Alvin Stardust in the 1970s.	UK Variants: • 7", Push-Out Centre – Parlophone R 5047 (1963) • 7", Solid Centre – Parlophone R 5047 (1963) Overseas Variants: • 20th Century-Fox 439 (USA, promotional copy) – Black label with gold trim, “Promotion Copy - Not For Sale” Packaging: Standard Parlophone company sleeve

CHART DATA	RELATED RELEASES
UK Singles Chart: Did not chart	• Shane Fenton – “I’m A Moody Guy” (1961) • Shane Fenton – “Cindy’s Birthday” (1962) • Shane Fenton – “Too Young For Sad Memories” (1962) • Alvin Stardust glam-era singles (1973 onward)

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