Irish acts get stamped

The Irish post office is honouring four of the country's musical heroes with it latest stamps. U2, Phil Lynott of Thin Lizzy, Van Morrison and blues artist Rory Gallagher all feature. Talking about the inclusion of U2 the Post office said: "From their first album, 'Boy', to the present day they have stormed popular rock music throughout the world. Their historic sell out Slane appearances in 2001 have placed this band as the most successful of Ireland's rock exports. The stamp design is based on an iconic photo which portrays the raw style of U2". No comment on the absence of Boyzone, Westlife and B*Witched in the stamp stakes.