Pete Doherty

Pete Doherty (born 12 March 1979 in Hexham, Northumberland) is an English singer-songwriter and musician, co-founder of The Libertines and frontman of Babyshambles, with a solo career and projects including Peter Doherty & The Puta Madres. He is also known for painting and writing.

Founding member of The Libertines (1997) and Babyshambles; born 12 March 1979; has had well-documented legal troubles and substance abuse issues and has spent time in rehabilitation; had a high-profile relationship with model Kate Moss; released the solo album Hamburg Demonstrations (BMG).

The supplied review (rating 2/5) places Pete Doherty in the context of his bands (The Libertines, Babyshambles) and his solo work, focusing on the album Hamburg Demonstrations. The reviewer discusses Doherty's public image, legal and drug-related troubles, and musical evolution toward more topical lyrics. Musically the album mixes British pop/garage influences with quieter ballads and orchestral touches. The overall take is empathetic yet critical.

For:Fans of British indie/garage rock, listeners interested in Pete Doherty's solo work and music critics