The Libertines
The Libertines were an indie rock band from London, England. They were formed in 1997 and broke up in 2004. The Libertines released two albums. Their second album The Libertines went straight to number one in the UK. It is in the book 1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die. The first single from the album, "Can't Stand Me Now", reached number two in the UK Singles Chart.
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Background information | |
Origin | London, England |
Genres | Garage rock revival Indie rock Punk rock |
Years active | 1997–2004 |
Labels | Rough Trade |
Associated acts | Babyshambles Dirty Pretty Things Yeti The Chavs Razorlight |
Members | Carl Barât Pete Doherty John Hassall Gary Powell |
Past members | Anthony Rossomando Steve Bedlow Paul Dufour Johnny Borrell |
The Libertines Media
The Libertines at Vieilles Charrues Festival in 2016