Terry Dactyl & The Dinosaurs (August 22, 1972) – "Seaside Shuffle" Single: UK

Aug 22, 1972

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Seaside Shuffle was sitting at number 5 on the UK Singles Chart during this week in 1972, having slipped three places from its previous peak at number 2. The single enjoyed a strong chart presence, remaining in the UK listings for a total of twelve weeks between 15 July and 30 September 1972.

The record was released under the name Terry Dactyl & The Dinosaurs, an alias adopted by the band Brett Marvin and the Thunderbolts, who issued the single through a different label. Despite the pseudonym, the track carried the same playful, skiffle‑infused character associated with the group’s broader output.

RELEASE HISTORY

Released in 1972 in the UK. Charted for 12 weeks (15/07/1972–30/09/1972). Peaked at number 2, positioned at number 5 during the week referenced. Issued under the alias Terry Dactyl & The Dinosaurs while the band remained Brett Marvin and the Thunderbolts.

CHARTS & CERTIFICATIONS

Europe

UK — Singles Chart — Peak: 2 — Weeks: 12 Position during week of 22 August 1972: #5

SOURCES Discogs, 45 World, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts

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