🔘 Too Young For Sad Memories – Single: Oct. 1962

In the autumn of 1962, Shane Fenton and The Fentones released their fourth single — a poignant rock 'n' roll ballad titled “Too Young For Sad Memories.” With its heartfelt lyrics and emotional delivery, the track showcased a more mature and reflective side of the band.

Released on October 19, 1962, the single appeared on Parlophone Records under catalogue number R 4951. Backed with “You're Telling Me,” this 7-inch release highlighted the band’s versatility during the early 1960s beat and rock 'n' roll era.

Label: Parlophone Records

Catalogue Number: R 4951

Format: 7" Vinyl Single (Push-Out/Solid Centre)

Released: October 19, 1962 (UK)

🔘 Track List

UK 7" Single — Parlophone – R 4951 — 1962

A. Too Young For Sad Memories

B. You're Telling Me

Written by:

- Too Young For Sad Memories: Johnny Theakstone / Tommy Sanderson

- You're Telling Me: Unknown

Produced by:

Recorded: 1962

🔘 Key Highlights

• Released October 19, 1962

• Emotional rock 'n' roll ballad showcasing the band’s softer, more reflective side

• Written by Johnny Theakstone and Tommy Sanderson

• Did not chart in the UK

🔘 The Story

“Too Young For Sad Memories” was a tender, melancholic ballad that stood out from the band’s usual upbeat rock 'n' roll material. The song’s heartfelt lyrics and emotional delivery gave Shane Fenton the opportunity to showcase his vocal range and sensitivity. It reflected the more mature songwriting emerging in the early 1960s beat scene.

The B-side “You're Telling Me” offered a more straightforward rock 'n' roll contrast. Although the single did not achieve chart success, it remains a charming example of the band’s early versatility and emotional depth.

🔘 Variants (UK)

• 7", 45 RPM, Push-Out Centre — Parlophone – R 4951 — UK — 1962

• 7", 45 RPM, Solid Centre — Parlophone – R 4951 — UK — 1962

• Issued in standard Parlophone company sleeve

🔘 Chart Performance

UK — Official Singles Chart

Did not chart.

Total Weeks: 0

🔘 Context & Notes

• A-side: “Too Young For Sad Memories” – poignant rock 'n' roll ballad with emotional lyrics and strong vocal performance.

• B-side: “You're Telling Me” – upbeat rock 'n' roll track providing contrast.

• Production: Early Parlophone-era production typical of 1960s beat and rock 'n' roll singles.

• Sleeve notes: Standard Parlophone company sleeve.

• Historical placement: Released during the early 1960s beat and rock 'n' roll boom, several years before many of the band members (including Shane Fenton, later known as Alvin Stardust) found major success in the glam era.

• Reissues / compilation appearances: Features on early Shane Fenton and The Fentones compilations.

🔘 Related Material

• I'm A Moody Guy (1961)

• Cindy (1962)

• Alvin Stardust’s later glam singles (1973 onwards)

🔘 Discography

I'm A Moody Guy – Single: 1961

Too Young For Sad Memories – Single: 1962

(Next singles follow in 1963)

🔘 Mini‑Timeline

✦ 1962 — Recorded as Shane Fenton and The Fentones

✦ October 19, 1962 — UK single released

✦ Did not enter UK Singles Chart

🔘 Glam Flashback

Long before the leather and the glam hits, a young Shane Fenton poured emotion into “Too Young For Sad Memories” in October 1962 — an early glimpse of the heartfelt voice that would later become Alvin Stardust.

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🔘 Sources

Primary reference sources: Parlophone Records, Discogs, Official Charts Company, contemporary music-press documentation, archival references.