The U.S. Postal Service
accepts nominations for subjects of postage stamps, but it must
be done at least 3 years in advance. In 2009, Bobby Darin's #1 rendition
of "Mack the Knife" will be 50 years old. It hit the charts
in 1959 and stayed at the Number One position for 9 weeks, earning
Bobby two Grammy awards (Record of the
Year and Best New Artist of
the Year). On behalf of this 50-year anniversary in 2009,
we have launched this letter-writing campaign to nominate Bobby
Darin to get his own postage stamp!
If you would like to
write a letter on behalf of Bobby Darin becoming the subject of
a U.S. postage stamp, you can read more information about the process
here:
http://www.usps.com/communications/organization/csac.htm
Talking points for your letter might
include but not be limited to:
- Bobby Darin is an all-around entertainer,
being a talented singer, songwriter, actor, publisher, dancer
and more.
- Bobby Darin's rendition of "Mack
the Knife" stayed in the #1 position for 9 weeks in 1959
and is arguably the signature rendition of the song.
- He is an American rags-to-riches
success.
- He sang and composed music in virtually
every musical genre.
- He is respected by his fans and
peers, and even 30 years after his death, his songs remain well-loved
and admired.
For other ideas on what to include
in your letter about Bobby's achievements, click here
or explore the Bobby and Career
sections of the BobbyDarin.net website.
The original timeline for this letter-writing
campaign was to mail all letters
before 2006.
A NEW effort has
just been launched, so please get those letters in the mail
before December 31, 2007. Send them to:
Citizens' Stamp Advisory
Committee
Stamp Development US Postal Service
1735 North Lynn St Rm 5013
Arlington, VA 22209-6432
Thank You!
