The Libertines have been working towards their mission of composing the “perfect song” and have spoken out about what the future has in store for the band.
The band recently revealed their much-anticipated fourth album, ‘All Quiet On The Eastern Esplanade’, which is set to be released in March 2024, along with their single ‘Run Run Run’.
NME was able to sit with Carl Barat and Pete Doherty to discuss how their sobriety and newfound sense of togetherness have helped shape the new album. Doherty disclosed to NME that he has a number of upcoming songs he is eager for Barat to hear and see what they can do with them. Barat added that he is always striving to perfect one song, but that it is an ongoing challenge.
Doherty touched upon how his journey with sobriety has motivated him to make sure he shows up for the band, as he believes strongly in the new album.
The Libertines were also asked if fans should expect an eight-year gap between albums, to which Barat replied that they are not trying to put pressure on themselves. He also said that he finds it hard work to compose songs, but is striving to enter a flow state.
Lastly, the band spoke about the possibility of a biopic, saying that they have already tried to write screenplays. Doherty shared that he is unlikely to watch the documentary about his life again.
The Libertines have been hard at work on their mission to create the perfect song, composing their future album with a newfound sobriety and sense of togetherness. As fans await the release of ‘All Quiet On The Eastern Esplanade’, they can expect to hear more from the group about their progress and potential biopic in the near future.
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