The
Libertines
By Greg Howell
The
Libertines - The Libertines
Label: Rough
Trade
Rating: 
The Libertines have more drama than your
mama can shake her wood spoon at. Singer \ guitarist \ songwriter, Pete
Doherty, is in and out of rehab and not doing well when he manages to stay
in. Their song, "The Saga" could be the soundtrack for Dohertys problematic
lifestyle:
"A problem, becomes a problem / When
you let down your friends /
Oh, and only fools, vultures and undertakers
/ will have time for you."
Despite Doherty living the words he wrote,
and being kicked out of the band, this album is able to withstand the Libertines
current drama, and hold its own.
When The Libertines aren't looking inward,
they are looking outward "Campaign of Hate" sounds like a message to society
as a whole with lyrics like, Now remember why you came. Not to play
follow the leader
" Which could be directed towards the music industry
or even towards world events.
Other highlights for me on this self titled
album are "The Ha Ha Wall" for it's catchy tune, and "The Man Who Would
Be King" and "What Became of the Likely Lads", both for their lyrics. If
you go beyond the music and read the cover liner for the lyrics and you'll
discover some really good poetry.
The best description for The Libertines'
sound would be the Sex Pistols joined with the pop flare of the Clash.
That may be due to Mick Jones' production work.
This is one of the most lyrically solid
albums Ive heard in years. I definitely suggest you give this 4 star album
a listen. If the Libertines can get their act together under the new singer,
or they decide to let Pete Doherty back into the fold, (and he can kick
his habits) then theyll be on their way to the top, instead of the "Road
to Ruin".
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