The Who Get the Royal Mail Stamp of Approval
Royal Mail has launched a cracking new set of 12 stamps to celebrate the 60th anniversary of legendary rockers The Who. The special edition stamps showcase iconic album covers and electrifying live shots, marking six decades of rock history.
Classic Albums and Iconic Live Moments
The collection features classic album covers from some of The Who’s greatest records, including:
- My Generation (1965)
- Tommy (1969)
- Who’s Next (1971)
- Quadrophenia (1973)
- Who Are You (1978)
- Face Dances (1981)
- Endless Wire (2006)
- Who (2019)
The miniatures sheet throws in two classic publicity shots plus live snaps from the Marquee Club, London (1967), and King’s Hall, Belle Vue, Manchester (1973). Perfect for collectors and fans alike!
Rock Royalty Remember Their Roots
The Who, formed in 1964 by Roger Daltrey, Pete Townshend, John Entwistle, and Keith Moon, are rock legends. In just five years, they soared from small clubs to Woodstock mainstage, delivering hits like “I Can See for Miles” and “Baba O’Riley.”
Roger Daltrey reflected on the new stamps: “The artwork on the album sleeves was almost as important to the success of the record as the music. It’s great to be reminded of them.”
Pete Townshend added with typical flair: “Stamp! Stamp! Stamp! It’s what I’ve done on stage all my life, sometimes in the air. At last, my stamping, and that of my buddy Roger, has been honoured properly, and will help letters, parcels, and birthday cards travel through time and space, just as we have.”
Royal Mail Honors a British Music Icon
David Gold, Royal Mail’s Director of External Affairs and Policy, hailed the band’s impact: “With their truly original sound and effortless ability to mix musical styles, The Who are rock royalty. These stamps celebrate one of the UK’s much-loved and revered bands who have achieved global popularity for six decades.”
This fresh stamp collection immortalises The Who’s lasting influence and legendary status, sending their legacy worldwide one letter at a time.
