Who Is Pete Doherty
Pete Doherty is one of the most distinctive songwriters of the British indie scene and an artist whose work has already become part of 21st century pop culture history. A London bohemian and romantic figure, he blends fragile ballads, raw rock’n’roll and deeply personal storytelling that often blurs the line between art and real life.
His songwriting sits at the crossroads of punk heritage, romantic poetry and everyday urban London life. Doherty’s songs often feel like musical diary entries, which makes it easy for audiences to connect with his lyrics and emotional delivery.
The Libertines And Babyshambles – Bands That Defined A Generation
He rose to wider recognition in the early 2000s as co-founder and frontman of The Libertines. The band reshaped the British rock landscape with raw energy, poetic songwriting and strong generational identity.
Following the global success of The Libertines, he formed Babyshambles, further cementing his status as one of the most intriguing British songwriters of his generation. Across both projects, he developed a recognizable style blending indie rock, garage rock and poetic storytelling.
Life Between London And France
Much of his personality was shaped by London street culture, but also by football culture. Doherty is a passionate supporter of Queens Park Rangers and has often performed wearing club shirts. At one point, he even edited and sold a QPR fanzine.
His life has frequently been covered by media due to personal struggles and turbulent periods. Despite this, his creativity has remained strong. In recent years, he has been living between the United Kingdom and France, continuing to write, record and perform.
His personal and artistic journey was documented in the film Stranger in My Own Skin (2023), offering an intimate insight into his world. The film was directed by Katia de Vidas, his partner and wife.
Pete Doherty Live
On stage, Doherty moves between gentle ballads, spontaneous improvisations and raw rock energy. His voice carries the marks of personal highs and lows, adding emotional weight and authenticity to his performances.
Audiences often describe his concerts as intimate, unpredictable and deeply human experiences.
Info:
🎤 Artist: Pete Doherty
📍 London / France
🎵 Genre: indie rock, garage rock, folk rock
🏆 Known for: The Libertines, Babyshambles
🎬 Film: Stranger in My Own Skin (2023)
Upcoming events
PETE DOHERTY in Zagreb – British Indie Icon Premiering In The Region
Tvornica Kulture | Zagreb | 05.05.2026. 20:00
London bohemian, romantic and one of the most distinctive voices of the British indie scene, Pete Doherty performs in Zagreb for the first time on May 5, 2026. The concert takes place at Tvornica kulture as part of the European From the Baltic to the Bosphorus tour. Pete Doherty will perform in the region for the first time in May 2026. The tour includes two exclusive concerts organized by Hangtime – in Zagreb and Belgrade. The Zagreb show offers a rare chance to experience him live in an intimate club setting.
PETE DOHERTY in Belgrade – British Indie Icon Premiering In The Region
Zappa Barka | Beograd | 07.05.2026. 20:00
London bohemian, romantic and one of the most distinctive voices of the British indie scene, Pete Doherty will perform in Belgrade on May 7, 2026, at Zappa Barka as part of the European From the Baltic to the Bosphorus tour. Pete Doherty will perform in the region for the very first time in May 2026 through two exclusive concerts organized by Hangtime – in Zagreb and Belgrade. The Belgrade show at Zappa Barka will be a unique opportunity to experience him live in an intimate club setting.