Peter Doherty Off Libertines Tour

Despite recent rumors of unrest within The
Libertines, the band's website has reported: "The Libertines are not splitting up
and their future is secure."

The band is going ahead with their UK tour even though guitarist / vocalist
Peter Doherty will not be appearing at shows. Carl Barat will front the band
for the tour with 21 year old east Londoner Nick (no last name) filling in on
guitar. The band's website posted "Peter is unwell and the band are very
concerned for his well being, they have told him out of concern for his health
that he needs to get better before he can rejoin them. They also want it to
be known they fully support him through this difficult time... It was an extremely
difficult decision for Carl, Gary and John to continue with the tour, but they
decided they would proceed so as not to disappoint their fans, who they trust
will understand the adverse situation they are in."