Sir Elton John's music celebrated in Royal Mail stamps
Musical icon is currently performing his massive Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour
Your support helps us to tell the story
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.
Your support makes all the difference.Sir Elton John has been featured on a new set of Royal Mail stamps that celebrate his contribution to music.
The rock icon is only the second individual to be given the honour, after David Bowie was given his own set of stamps in 2017.
Eight of the stamps feature Sir Elton’s most popular album covers, including his 1972 breakthrough Honky Chateau – the album that featured "Rocket Man" – and Goodbye Yellow Brick Road.
A further four stamps, available in a miniature sheet, celebrate his live performances across five decades, from his 1973 show at the Hammersmith Odeon in London, to the Diamond Jubilee Concert at Buckingham Palace in 2012.
Also included is one from his ongoing Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour at Madison Square Garden in New York, in 2018.
Sir Elton, who was knighted in 1998, said: “To say I was surprised when Royal Mail got in touch is an understatement. Never did I think I'd appear on a stamp...! It's wonderful, a great honour.”
Royal Mail spokesperson Philip Parker said: “Elton is one of the most successful British solo artists of all time. He has recorded some of the best-known songs in pop history such as Candle In The Wind and Rocket Man.
“Our stamps issued today showcase some of his most iconic albums, and celebrate his fantastic musical contribution.”
The Elton John stamps are available now. Sir Elton's Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour is scheduled to conclude in London on 16 December 2020 at the O2 Arena.
Join our commenting forum
Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies
Comments