MUMBAI: The King of Rock and Roll, Elvis Presley will be commemorated with a Forever Stamp in the ‘Music Icon Series’ by the United States Postal Service. It will make him the sixth inductee in the series.
This is the second time the USPS will be releasing a stamp featuring the legend. In 1993, the Presley stamp went on to become the biggest selling in the organisation’s history. The stamp will be issued on 12th August as a part of this year’s Elvis Week celebration.
“Elvis is a natural addition to our Music Icon Series. His life and talents are an incredible story. Spanning from his humble beginnings in a Tupelo, Mississippi, two-room house to becoming one of the most legendary performance artists of the 20th Century, Elvis Presley’s works continues to resonate with millions the world over,” said Postmaster General Megan Brennan.
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The Music Icons series consists of beloved musicians whose blend of sound and way of life broke musical boundaries. The first inductees included Lydia Mendoza, Johnny Cash and Ray Charles.
Presley is regarded as one of the most significant cultural icons of the 20th century. Popularly known as the ‘King of Rock and Roll,’ his music and provocative performance style, made him hugely popular and controversial. Forbes named him as the second top earning dead celebrity, which goes to show how influential the legend was. He continues to inspire musicians and artists world over.
