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This is an original cassette release of Best Volume 2 by The Indians, issued on I + B Records Limited under catalogue number IRBC 2030. The Indians were one of Ireland's best-loved country and showband acts of the era, fronted by Noel Brady — performing as Big Chief Flaming Star — with a band line-up of Eamonn Keane, Brian Woodfull, Chris Mulhaly and Tommy Hopkins. This compilation gathers sixteen tracks across two sides, capturing the warm, dancehall-ready Irish country sound that filled ballrooms throughout the 1980s and into the 1990s.
For fans of Irish country music, this title is genuinely hard to come by in the UK resale market. Copies in playable condition with the inlay card intact are increasingly scarce, making this a worthwhile find for collectors as well as listeners who simply want to hear the music as it was originally released — on tape, with Dolby System encoding for cleaner playback.
The tape covers a broad range of material, from Irish standards such as My Lovely Rose of Clare and Danny Boy to crowd-pleasing country covers including Ghost Riders in the Sky and Behind Closed Doors, alongside original favourites like Wigwam Wiggle. A solid cross-section of The Indians at their most accessible.
| Artist | The Indians |
| Album Title | Best Volume 2 |
| Format | Cassette Tape |
| Label | I + B Records Limited |
| Catalogue Number | IRBC 2030 |
| Genre | Country / Irish Country |
| Type | Greatest Hits / Compilation |
| Number of Tracks | 16 |
| Lead Vocalist | Noel Brady (Big Chief Flaming Star) |
| Band Members | Eamonn Keane, Brian Woodfull, Chris Mulhaly, Tommy Hopkins |
| Features | Dolby System |
| Decade / Era | 1990s |
| Language | English |
| Original / Reproduction | Original |
| Inlay Card | Included |
| Case | Clear plastic cassette case |
| Country of Manufacture | United Kingdom |
Used — Good overall condition for age.
The clear plastic cassette case shows light surface scuffs and minor age-related marks to the exterior, as is typical for a vintage tape of this era. No cracks or broken hinges are present and the case closes and holds together solidly. The J-card inlay insert is present and complete, carrying the full track listing and band member credits; light age toning is visible on the card but all text remains legible throughout.
Both sides of the tape itself appear clean. No visible damage to the tape ribbon or reels is observed on either side. The cassette plays on Side One and Side Two as labelled. Dolby System encoding is noted on the tape label, as visible in the photograph of the cassette itself.
Q: Is this an original release or a later reissue?
A: This is an original I + B Records Limited release bearing catalogue number IRBC 2030. It is not a reissue, bootleg or reproduction. The label and inlay are consistent with genuine period pressings from the 1990s.
Q: Does the tape actually play, and is audio quality acceptable?
A: Yes — the tape has been confirmed to play on both Side One and Side Two. The tape ribbon and reels appear undamaged and clean. Dolby System encoding is in place, which should provide cleaner, reduced-noise playback on a compatible deck.
Q: Is the inlay card included, and is the track listing readable?
A: The J-card inlay is included and complete. It carries the full 16-track listing across both sides, along with individual band member credits. Light age toning is present on the card, but all text is fully legible — as can be seen in the photograph showing the inlay inside the case.
Q: How rare is this title?
A: This is a scarce Irish country title that very rarely surfaces on the UK resale market. Copies with the inlay intact and the tape in playable condition are uncommon. It would be of particular interest to collectors of Irish showband and country music or those seeking 1990s cassette rarities.
Q: Is there a Volume 1 also available?
A: This listing is for Best Volume 2 only. Please check the seller's other listings for further Irish country cassette titles, as additional stock is listed separately.
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