Alvin Stardust, My Coo Ca Choo, Aug 2013, Nantwich Civic Hall

Alvin Stardust performs his first major hit 'My Coo Ca Choo' which got to number 2 in the British Hit Singles chart in November 1973. That was nearly 40 years ago and it's hard to believe Alvin is nearly 71 and still giving it his all. A great night was had by everyone, thanks Alvin, truly a great all round performer, entertainer and legend Rock and Roller..
Nantwich Civic Hall is a great venue for music concerts as you are able to dance and get right up to the stage to enjoy the concert at close range.

[@austinreid7229]

He died today but still performed last Saturday.You cannot be anything but an admirer of such a proffessional.It was people like him that made my teenage years so effing brilliant.All sorts of people in Intersting clothes kept me entertained on TOTP.Sad he is now gone and I feel that as each one of these people slip away part of me slips away as well.Alvin.RIP

[@wynfordbeckett8632]

What a legend, still got do these venues to earn a living.so sad, he was so big in the seventies.

[@jillyb710]

Sang so well still here!! I remember being 16 yrs old when this was in the charts. 70s were fab!! Thank you Alvin Stardust.

[@Tetramastbad]

Alvin was one of the good guys. A friend of my mum went on a couple of dates with him in the 60s (when he was called Shane Fenton). She said he was an absolute gentleman. RIP Alvin.

[@solarneddy]

He always appeared genuine

[@petefroud5308]

So sad loved him .

[@guyhodgkinson1]

my mum used to dance with him at shool in southwell

[@m.j.c.6969]

Notice he sounds just like the original recording even though Pete Shelley sang on the original. I'm guessing that he was also able to imitate Johnny Theakston's vocals on the Shane Fenton and The Fentones demo tape well enough to fool the BBC producers.

[@caypiranha1383]

R.I.P ...Not forgotten.

[@Emerald007007]

Another great man gone. I remember seeing him singing this song in the early 70s on top of the pops. he was all in black. man he was so cool with the rings on the outside of his gloves. R.I.P

[@lycangypsypriest3190]

Chris yea!!!

[@nickcoudounellis9668]

I totally agree with what you say about Alvin Stardust. I remember listening to some of his songs back in the early 70s. As sad at it is that he is gone we have to remember we are all going one day

[@anneliamohara2842]

Growing up in Dublin in the early 70,s at the youth club disco Alvin Stardust was always a big hit !☘️

[@MikePriceUK]

One of the greats from my childhood, hard to believe he's gone. Will remember him (and his music) with fond memories.

[@andreasboose5611]

My Childhood Hero ❤

[@TheBlueOwl21]

Who is still enjoying this great record in 2024 ? 👍🏻

[@sebastian0107]

I am. All his Hits were very nice tracks. Better than a lot of the Glam-Rock from that Era. We now know that it wasn't his voice on that record, but he had absolutely no problem singing it Live. Great Artist; he owned this song.

[@cadelepski5161]

@@sebastian0107 Who's voice was it?

[@sebastian0107]

@@cadelepski5161 Peter Shelley (who wrote/produced/recorded it as 'Alvin Stardust', but didn't feel like going on stage with it).

[@cadelepski5161]

@@sebastian0107 I knew about Shelley but didn't know this. Nice one 👍

[@sebastian0107]

@@cadelepski5161 *He also wrote Alvin's other Big Hits; talented guy!

[@Rustymouse]

Even in this gig, he had not lost his voice, just the same as in the 70's,

[@dodgyb2001]

Yeah, been watching some of his old vids, and he is exactly the same!

[@grahamherbert3612]

Alvin was the real deal. A complete professional and consummate gentleman.

[@alanscott6836]

We had the privilege of opening a show for Alvin. It was an education - and we were old stagers. He was amazing and very humble. A lesson in how to conduct yourself as a musician and a human being. He missed nothing, thanked everyone praised everyone and everything - except himself. Oh and his show was Terrific. He could still Rock and Roll. A real loss. A class act.

[@anneliamohara2842]

Love from Dublin ! ☘️Living in the States now .

[@robtok1968]

What a great performer and all round nice guy. Rest In Peace. Part of my childhood, terrified me in them black clothes and stare, but looking back I loved it.❤❤

[@MikeNitro-og2xb]

Sounded good for his age...remember at parties in the 70s we'd stand in a circle and sing this and do his original pointy stuff...R.I.P man

[@martinwilliams5957]

Back in 2002 i was doing lighting for a show at a wedding out in the middle of nowhere in surrey.after the end of rehearsals.i had no lift to get to redhill.alvin stardust was there.and gave me a lift.and what a lovely man.so pleasant kind.a real pleasure to meet him. God bless alvin.

[@colinl9018]

This is 15 months before he passed. RIP Alvin.

[@yahndarkwood]

RIP Alvin , you taught us to PRETEND we're happy when we are blue... Having lost my 21 yr old to cancer 1 month ago, i now have to keep a brave face on to get through it. Thanks Alvin for that... You were awesome, and obviously very brave and courageous. If there's a Rock 'n Roll heaven , well ya know they got a helluva band, and another lead showman

[@nickgates5914]

As a little boy maybe 7 or 8 I loved this song thanks to u tube 50 odd years later I can sing along and have a great time😊

[@johndunn4182]

Great memories.... One of the greats.

[@anneliamohara2842]

Class act always be loved ! By anyone who grew up in the early 70,s.

[@davidoflinn4101]

Still have all my Alvin. Vinyl. 🙏🏻

[@mitchly]

Had the pleasure of working on the same bill as Alvin then, years later, bumping in to him in a Garden Centre (of all places) A really great guy and a gentleman. Keep on doing what your doing Alvin. Best wishes. Billy.

[@mickyp4]

RIP ALVIN A GREAT GUY . ALWAYS HAPPY TO SIGN AUTOGRAPHS , THANKS FOR MY CHILDHOOD MEMORIES I BOUGHT THE 1st 2 SINGLES & THE DEBUT LP, 1974 , THER CAN ONLY BE ONE & YOU WERE IT!!!! GODLESS

[@dypk-x3n]

thanks for sharing

[@ianmatthews2869]

The man is a legend and those imortal words will live forever

[@mitchly]

R.I.P. Alvin. One of music's Gentlemen. Thanks for the memories.

[@shirleyanneyoung955]

First concert I ever went to at the Odeon, Edinburgh. What an experience! He was magnificent!

[@petebyfield2376]

my coo ca choo was the 1st single I bought wen I was 13yrs old and I still have it tday, R.I.P ALVIN

[@williamreilly5723]

Hi folks I saw Alvin in 76 happy memories Alvin thank you for the music were ever you are with the rest of the rocks gods keep rocking God bless

[@Muirton66]

Great entertainer, brings back memories from my childhood, RIP

[@711honved]

A great outpouring of affection on this site for Alvin. I get the impression of a true gentlemen who loved his rock & roll. Bought this 45rpm from Woolworth's for my dear mother back in '73.

[@lycangypsypriest3190]

711honved 🎵🎵🎵🎵🎵

[@italianbutoh]

i remeber him...now is on my earth!

[@speechy6260]

i like his voice even better live...a real pro...👍👍👍...watt ne coole Sau 🤘🤘...Astrein 🤓

[@sandyessex4291]

Lovely man such a gentleman xxxxxx

[@mrbillhicks]

Not too shabby for a 70 year old..... God bless you Bernard Dewry...

[@rangtangdingdong3100]

Jewry.... not Dewry

[@shanelawson5072]

@@rangtangdingdong3100 Rangtang Jingjong...he saij DEWRY jijn't he⁉️😁LOL❗

[@cynthiataylor1425]

Another class song XX

[@karikantonen9353]

1 More time!rock.

[@me-cq7wv]

Legend. Probably one of the most down to earth guys during that time.

[@PrettylilAmelia]

God Bless Alvin - Such a legend.

[@Xmas392]

Brilliant piece of film. Thanks a million for posting. God he was good that night.

[@robertomoi2044]

Alvin was great. Such a sad loss

[@flemwad]

Tremendous video...a great performer doing what he excelled at 10/10

[@CogentXXX]

...and another piece of my youthful happy memories is taken away :( RIP

[@rbheaven1969]

The man could sing

[@LeonEdwards-di9no]

What a talent a legend rip Alvin

[@378Daniel]

RIP..Shane,Only just heard..shocked. Another of my 70's legends...gone,not fogotten

[@t3chnod3lic]

Awesome. One of my all time fave songs of the 70s. God bless you Alvin x

[@robinevans1293]

God bless Alvin stardust

[@sharonbeardmore7504]

True fan's love even at age 71 a true show man till the end RIP Alvin

[@MrSeany75]

so sad r.i.p gone but not forgotten

[@jeffreypryor7015]

I'm from USA and came across his music, wow a great singer sad he's gone wish I came across his music alot sooner, ordered a CD of his can't wait to get it

[@Gordon669]

Fantastic,, note perfect mate RIP Alvin

[@micklomax5905]

I'm watching this almost 12 months after it's posted, so Alvin must be nearly 72. He looks great for his age and can still sing. Saw him play live over 10 years ago, at the N.E.C. during a 1970s concert which also featured Rubettes, Showaddywaddy, Roy Wood etc. Good performer. And I still have his 'The Untouchable' LP from 1973...

[@trevorjackson1398]

What a man he was right until the end ,sadly missed will never see his like again.

[@TheWhitehall]

Saw Alvin at an Elvis tribute bash about 15 years ago. Good showman. R.I.P

[@johnclifford8439]

RIP ALVIN I WAS BORN IN 68 USED TO LISEN ON OLD WOODEN RECORD PLAYER ,HOW TIME FLYS..RIP

[@yellowbear1000]

I bought his records when he was Shane Fenton! He can still show them how it's done!

[@sheenamcdonald722]

brilliant so sad i missed it , hope he is on stage again soon

[@pauldavies8638]

so nice to read all these great comments about Alvin

[@MsJimbo1960]

Great memories, R.I.P. Alvin....

[@ericgeorge5483]

First Single I ever bought...GREAT MEMORIES!!

[@t3chnod3lic]

R.I.P dear man. Brilliant song. One of the many great songs from the 70s I bought.

[@ronmccullock9286]

One word, magic! Glad to see Alvin is still working!

[@RonWylie-gk5lc]

I was the double of him and suffered it for years, I even look like him now we are old lol, bless him, sad he is gone

[@steviewonder2049]

Made me smile many times with his music ...cheers

[@christopherhines2718]

i met him in 78 when he came to his mums house,i was visiting my friends aunt next door,shocked alvin pulled up next door,and i said hello!!!alvin.yes all the greats are gone,

[@fs.pureblood]

Wish I'd seen him perform live.

[@supermike1956]

Yes, that was his special talent and a great performer and communicator with his audience.

[@carrkizz]

Yesssss ... this is so cool Alvin The Great ... R.I.P. Hail from AustriA

[@john111257]

brilliant post...the guy still got it..

[@joeblack8915]

What a lot of people don't realise is that the vocal isn't that of Alvin Stardust (Bernard Jewry) on the original studio recording. The vocal is by Pete Shelley, who was the one who originated the Alvin Stardust persona. Although he had already appeared as the original Alvin Stardust on the Lift Off television programme, Shelley was surprised when the record went straight into the chart the following week. As he had no desire to become his own stage name creation, he and Magnet Records boss Lord Levy both agreed that if this act were to become more than just a one-hit wonder, then a "face" was required to be, and perform as, Alvin Stardust. The ideal person appeared, Shane Fenton (Bernard Jewry), who then mimed to Pete Shelley's vocal on Top of the Pops. All the hits after this one featured his own voice. And please, look it up before disbelieving me or saying I'm talking shit.

[@ceesbruurs4749]

Beatiful, just like he sings, great artist.

[@LynneCarolTaylor]

Sad to lose our Coo Ca Choo. Continue to rock in your next life buddy, we're all going to miss you in this one. xoxox

[@susanorme4803]

arrr bless you,RIP part of my teenage years thank you x

[@nigeljones3457]

Coo ca choo in Heaven Alvin R.I.P.

[@clownjaneymacandalioopsjan4731]

Legend ❤️

[@donnyhiabg]

Ah memories....thanks for them all, ye made me smile through that winter of power cuts and coal shortages...RIP Alvin

[@blank.9301]

What a legend, 👍. :(

[@mobimanic]

Loved you Alvin you were the personification of an era when hairdos a glove and platforms ruled the discos RiP mate see you at the big gig in the sky someday

[@colinblades4082]

Alvin Rocks, part of my growing up, God bless

[@CARLOS62B]

So wonderful to see that he still enjoyed entertaining folks.

[@strawman8852]

Absolutely brilliant

[@sybat756]

thank you very much for this Video. Alvin Stardust will always stay in my heart as a great and cool.

[@TheBazza2556]

loved his guy in the 70's, rocking in heaven now, RIP mate

[@kocurmaks3]

My music and Alvin ever!! See you in a beter world. R.I.P.

[@rangtangdingdong3100]

I didn't know the old rocker was dead???? This song was a BIG hit in Australia - 47 years ago!!!!

[@Johnkult]

Thanks for filming and posting this!

[@antonybuckley8312]

Great video..Another brilliant performance by 'The Untouchable' Alvin Stardust..Thanks for uploading..

[@Colsoloact]

Yes Alvin still doing it!! Great stuff! Just watched a vid of him on here doing this at The Wheeltappers & Shunters Social Club back in 1974!!

[@hearnsdaughter]

great video Mike, best I've seen in a while. I wish I could have been there.

[@djjess1964]

R.I.P. Alvin , thank you for your music

[@bradrobinson6194]

We loved Alvin in Australia

[@steveJ1957]

May he Rest in Peace +++++

[@robertwatson8118]

the man in black, still going strong rip

[@SuperJudithh]

so sad I'm gutted loved him and david Essex

[@mandykhoo2473]

great entertainer ...loved rock n roll

[@biancahodkisson1617]

He was ACE! Grew up with his music and found out last year, that he's gone..may he rest in peace 😢

[@jeffreypryor7015]

I just got his greatest hits CD it's awesome

[@CarldeRome]

shame he is no longer with us, look ill in this video. but wow he still sings it bloody well....

[@doodadey]

A,w see how he lit up when the cool slide guitar kicked in. All time fave from my youth, bless you Alvin Shane Fenton