With more headlines than hits over the past couple of years, it’s easy to forget that Pete Doherty first came to our attention as one half of a band so original and inspiring they equalled the kind of hero-worship the Smiths garnered during their heyday, and was the face of indie during the first few years of the new millennium. But one listen to our Pete’s debut solo album is enough for most to regain their confidence in the man’s songwriting and performance abilities and to appreciate again that Doherty is a major musical talent, whether or not he’s partnered with a certain Carl Barat, and has much, much more to offer than the red tops would have us believe.
This 2 Disc set tells the full story of Pete Doherty’s life and career to date, through his time with The Libertines, as a Babyshamble, or as a serious solo artist. With interview material throughout, and including booklets, posters, rare photographs and more, this collection is destined to delight every Pete Doherty and Libertine fan around as it forms part of collections around the world.