The Libertines
Albion's prodigal poets, where Doherty and Barât are still shambolic, still romantic, still the best bad idea British rock ever had.
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About The Libertines
The Libertines is an indie-rock band from London, UK, formed in 1997.
The Libertines formed in London in the late 1990s around Pete Doherty and Carl Barât, who share songwriting and lead vocals, with John Hassall on bass and Gary Powell on drums. Their debut, Up the Bracket, was produced by Mick Jones of The Clash and set the template: scratchy guitars, two voices tumbling over each other, and lyrics steeped in an idealised, half-mythical England the band called Albion.
A self-titled second album followed before the group fell apart amid Doherty's drug problems. They reunited some years later and have since released Anthems for Doomed Youth and All Quiet on the Eastern Esplanade, and their live shows retain much of the ragged, unpredictable quality of the early years.
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Questions about The Libertines
Where is The Libertines from?
The Libertines is from London, UK.
Who is in The Libertines?
The Libertines is Carl Barât (guitar, lead vocals), Peter Doherty (guitar, lead vocals), Gary Powell (drums) and John Hassall (bass).
When did The Libertines form?
The Libertines formed in London in 1997.
What was The Libertines's first album?
The Libertines's first album was Up the Bracket (2002). The latest is All Quiet on the Eastern Esplanade (2024).
What kind of music does The Libertines play?
The Libertines plays indie-rock.
What festivals has The Libertines played before?
The Libertines has played Kendal Calling 2026, Glastonbury 2025.