The Specials - Ghost Town / Why? / Rare Irish First Pressing A1/B1 - CHS TT 17
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Jul 29, 2026 Sold Date
Jan 14, 2026 Start Date
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This rare Irish first pressing of "Ghost Town" by The Specials on 45 RPM vinyl is a must-have for fans of 1980s reggae, ska, and dub music. Released by 2 Tone Records in 1981, this single features the iconic tracks "Ghost Town" and "Why?" in English, reflecting the era's sound and style. The black 7" record comes in a paper sleeve and is graded as Very Good Plus (VG+), making it a valuable addition to any music collector's vinyl records library.
Please take a close look at the photos for a more accurate description of the vinyl itself. All records are visually graded only. I've taken a good amount of photos so you can get a realistic idea of condition and to show any faults there may be. I shall be listing lots of vinyl i have inherited over the years. Time to start selling it all. If you have any questions or you think something is not quite right please get in touch and i will respond ASAP


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