Royal Mail is preparing to launch a special stamp collection celebrating the 50-year career of the British rock band Duran Duran. The set will highlight the band's iconic album artwork, offering fans a visual journey through their musical history. The stamps will include a miniature sheet featuring tour posters from the 1980s through the 2020s, creating a timeline of the band's live performances. Formed in 1978, Duran Duran is known for hits like "Rio," "Hungry Like The Wolf," and "Ordinary World," and has achieved significant success in the UK music charts with two number one singles and a chart-topping album. Lead vocalist Simon Le Bon called the stamp collection "a massive visual validation of the band and its history," describing it as a "pinch yourself" moment. He expressed pride in the band's enduring legacy, calling the stamps "a bit far out" and noting that the recognition "vindicates us" after years of facing challenges. Le Bon emphasized that the stamps focus on the band's music, with album covers chosen over photos of the members, stating that "the legacy is the music." Keyboardist Nick Rhodes described the stamps as "mini masterpieces" and expressed excitement about being part of Royal Mail's tradition. He recalled the joy of receiving letters as a child and called the collaboration a "real honour." John Taylor, another founding member, described the project as a "Duran Duran legacy project," while drummer Roger Taylor said the stamps make the band feel like part of the country's "cultural furniture." He added that such recognition suggests a kind of "immortality" for the band. The stamp release coincides with the 45th anniversary of Duran Duran's debut album, which included the breakthrough single "Planet Earth." The single reached number 12 on the UK singles chart. The stamps and a range of collectible products will be available for pre-order starting September 10, with general sales beginning on September 17. Duran Duran will be the ninth music band to feature in a Royal Mail stamp issue, joining legendary names like The Beatles, Queen, and The Rolling Stones.