Big Tom – King Of Country Series Vol 3 (1980) – Denver BTC 3

A treasured original pressing from the golden age of Irish country music. Step back four decades to experience Big Tom & The Mainliners in their prime.

The Icon of Irish Country Music

Big Tom & The Mainliners dominated Ireland's country music scene for decades, and this Denver Records release captures them at their peak. King Of Country Series Vol 3 assembles the spirituals, love ballads and working-class anthems that made Big Tom a household name across Ireland and beyond — a living legend whose influence shaped generations of country and showband performers.

Whether you're a devoted fan who grew up with these songs, a serious cassette collector hunting for original pressings, or simply drawn to the warmth and authenticity of classic Irish country, this 1980 tape is a direct link to that golden era.

What You Get

• Cassette tape: Fully intact and in good vintage condition with visible signs of age and use — a working, playable example of a cherished release from four decades ago
• Complete inlay insert: Clear text and artwork throughout, includes the full printed tracklist for both sides
• Standard jewel case: Protective plastic case with scuffs and wear entirely consistent with age — no cracks or splits
• Catalogue number BTC 3 clearly printed on spine and label

Track Listing

Specifications

Why This Cassette?

• Original 1980 pressing: This is a first-generation Denver Records release, not a reissue — captured at a moment when Big Tom's music was at peak popularity
• Complete & playable: Tape is intact with inlay and case; all three components have survived four decades in working order
• Authentic Irish country: A snapshot of the golden age of Irish showband and country music, when Big Tom was a household name
• Rare in this format: Original cassettes from the 1980s are increasingly scarce; vinyl copies are more common — cassettes command collector interest
• Investment in nostalgia: For a fan or collector of Irish country music, Big Tom, or cassette culture, this is a touchstone of the era

The Photographs

Every item is photographed individually in natural light. The gallery shows you the exact cassette, inlay, case and labels — front, back and spine — so you can inspect condition, print quality and completeness in full detail before you bid. No stock photography; what you see is what you are buying.

About Your Seller

I specialise in sourcing rare Irish showband, country and traditional music across all formats — cassettes, vinyl, CDs and memorabilia. Every listing reflects a commitment to accurate, detailed description and fair representation of condition. Selling on eBay since 2002.

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