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Janis Joplin commemorated on USPS Forever stamp
Organizations wishing to pay homage to one of the most iconic voices of the '60s and counterculture heroine, Janis Joplin, now have the opportunity. The U.S. Postal Service recently released a Forever stamp featuring the gravelly voiced singer, continuing its series of commemorative items dedicated to American musical heavyweights. Others have featured Johnny Cash, Ray Charles and Jimi Hendrix.
"The recognition of her legacy and persona on such a permanent and iconic symbol as a United States postage stamp is truly humbling and it fills us with joy and pride," said Michael Joplin, brother of the late artist.
The sibling was in attendance during a ceremony held at Outside Lands Music Festival in San Francisco, California, Today explained. The stamp itself is based on a black and white photograph portrait of Joplin taken in 1970 by music photographer David Gahr. However, bits of color have been added to a psychedelic font that's scrawled around the edges of the stamp. The item showcases the spirit of the era, during which Joplin made a name for herself performing at Woodstock in 1969 and the Monterey Pop Festival in '67. The singer made a lasting impression on the musical world with her powerful voice, despite having passed away at 27 years old. She is a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and this USPS stamp continues to add to her acclaim.
Organizations hoping to pay tribute to the singer should remember make address validation part of their direct mail strategy to ensure items reach their intended recipients in a timely manner. In doing so, companies can not only make an impact with their direct mail pieces affixed with the Janis Joplin stamp, but also lessen the chance they'll face unnecessary overhead costs stemming from undeliverable addresses.
