The Libertines
The Libertines are an acclaimed
UK rock and roll band noted for their chaotic live outings and uniquely English take on
punk rock. The line-up consists of
Pete Doherty (vocals/guitar), Carl Barat (vocals/guitar), John Hassall (bass) and Gary Powell (drums). Their debut single,
What A Waster (
2002), produced by former
Suede guiarist
Bernard Butler, was immediately seized upon by the English press for its liberal use of profanity and English colloquialism. The single's success was followed up by the album Up The Bracket, produced by punk icon
Mick Jones, formerly of
The Clash.
Despite their success and critical acclaim (especially in the UK), the band has fallen upon difficult times of late. Pete Doherty became estranged from the band, and was convicted of burglary in September 2003. The remaining members toured without him in August and September. After serving one month in jail he rejoined the band in October 2003.
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