Since the band's formation in 1984, its unique mix of country, folk and rock has helped shape Canadian music

TORONTO, April 3, 2025 /CNW/ - Today, Canada Post unveiled a new stamp to celebrate one of Canada's most beloved bands, Blue Rodeo.

From the time it formed in 1984, the iconic group and its signature blend of country, folk and rock have helped define Canada's musical identity – and 40 years on, Blue Rodeo continues to resonate deeply with loyal fans.

Led by the soaring harmonies and endearing melodies of principal singer-songwriters Jim Cuddy and Greg Keelor, Blue Rodeo performed a first live gig in February 1985. The band – known for rootsy eclecticism and superb musicianship – quickly became a fixture in Toronto's epic Queen Street West music scene.

In 1987, the group released a debut album, Outskirts, with the first single "Try" becoming an instant hit. The song helped certify the record double platinum the following year and was the driving force behind Blue Rodeo's five 1989 JUNO Award nominations – the band won Group of the Year, while "Try" won Single of the Year as well as Best Video.

Building on this initial success, Blue Rodeo went on to release more than a dozen albums. Classic songs such as "Lost Together," "5 Days in May" and "Hasn't Hit Me Yet" propelled the band's work to multi-platinum status and turned the group, along with its members, into Canadian legends.

Among countless accolades, Blue Rodeo has won 12 JUNO Awards, including induction into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame, received a star on Canada's Walk of Fame and earned a Governor General's Performing Arts Award for Lifetime Artistic Achievement.

The band, which continues to tour and record, has sold more than four million albums and performed over 2,500 live shows, including more concerts at Toronto's venerated Massey Hall than any other rock band.

About the stamp

The stamp features a collage of studio portraits of the seven current members of Blue Rodeo. From left to right, Mike Boguski, Jimmy Bowskill, Jim Cuddy and Greg Keelor appear in the front row, with Colin Cripps, Bazil Donovan and Glenn Milchem in the back row.

The stamp was designed by Jim Ryce. It features photography by Luis Mora and illustration work by Katy Lemay, along with flower illustrations from thegraphicsfairy.com. It was printed by Colour Innovations. The issue includes a booklet of six Permanent™ stamps and an Official First Day Cover. The cancel site is Toronto, Ontario, where the band is based; the cancel mark is a guitar pick with a flower at its centre, reminiscent of the floral details that appear on the band's western-style shirts.

Stamps and collectibles are available at canadapost.ca and postal outlets across Canada.

For links to images of the stamp and other resources:

• External folder with high-resolution images (click here).
• Video and magazine article about Blue Rodeo (click here)
• Social media platforms – Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn

^TM Trademark of Canada Post Corporation.

SOURCE Canada Post