The Libertines share update on Pete Doherty’s health, confirm London shows will go ahead

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The Libertines have announced a one-off London arena show for this summer.Pete Doherty, Carl Barât and co. will headline the OVO Arena in Wembley, London on July 23 to mark the 20th anniversary of the band’s debut studio album, ‘Up The Bracket’ (2002).The special gig will see The Libertines perform the aforementioned record in its entirety, alongside other “classic” tracks. They’ll be joined at the show by some “very special guests” who are yet to be confirmed.Tickets go on sale this Friday (March 11) at 9am GMT – you can purchase yours from here.

Pete Doherty and Frédéric Lo have shared another collaborative single, ’The Epidemiologist’ – check out the official video below.The Libertines and Babyshambles frontman teamed up with the French musician for a new joint album, ‘The Fantasy Life Of Poetry & Crime’, which comes out next Friday (March 18) via Doherty’s own Strap Originals label.Having previously released the record’s title track and the song ‘You Can’t Keep It From Me Forever’, Doherty and Lo have today (March 7) further previewed their debut LP with ’The Epidemiologist’.“When Frédéric and I were sat at the kitchen table writing with guitars, we wanted the feel of ‘The Last Of The International Playboys’ or ‘Everyday Is Like Sunday’ [Morrissey],” Doherty explained of the duo’s latest offering.“There are a number of references in the lyrics to films, writers and books. It’s about hope when things are a mess.”Lo said: “It was one of the first songs I played to Peter but it was the last one we finished.

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initially shut in 2019 for a planned one-year refurbishment, though those plans were scuppered after a fire broke out at the venue in January 2020 before the coronavirus pandemic and “colossal water damage” then further held up progress.KOKO’s restoration and redevelopment has now been completed, and it intends to relaunch next month as a “50,000-square foot state-of-the-art live music venue and broadcasting house”.New additions to KOKO include its 200-capacity Fly Tower ‘venue within a venue’, a new shop/DJ space (which will feature “exclusive merch drops and artist collaborations”) and a morning to late-night pizzeria and tap bar, with Café KOKO also set to host intimate live performances.After Lianne La Havas recently announced a trio of shows at KOKO in May, the venue has this morning (March 1) confirmed a host of names who will perform as part of its relaunch.The likes of Pete Doherty, Jorja Smith, Kim Gordon, Tems, Portico Quartet, Omar Apollo, Remi Wolf and more have all confirmed gigs at KOKO in the coming months. You can find the venue’s calendar of events here.A new club night, KOKO Electronic, will also take place on Friday and Saturday nights until 6am, with the likes of Todd Terje, Jayda G and 2ManyDJs booked to perform so far.“It’s been a seven-year journey to bring this project to life and now, on the cusp of opening, I’m so happy to be paying homage to the cultural legacy of the building with a diverse mix of artists and contributing to arts and culture at a time when British live music needs it most,” Olly Bengough, CEO/Founder of KOKO, said in a statement.

Dame Joan Collins has revealed her close pal, The Duchess of York, gifted her and her husband Percy Gibson a copy of her book at their recent wedding anniversary party, adding that the kind royal has "perfect manners." Speaking exclusively to OK! after their star-studded bash at Claridge's in London, acting legend Dame Joan gushed" "I've known Sarah Ferguson, the Duchess of York, since she was 33. She sent me a copy of her book, in fact, which was great!" The former Dynasty star, 88, added: "She’s wonderful.

Pete Doherty has undergone "immediate treatment" after developing a high fever and shortness of breath.The Libertines, who married Katia de Vidas in a secret wedding ceremony in September last year, was forced to cancel a string of his UK shows after his health worsened on Thursday night. In a post shared to his Instagram account, it was revealed that the doctor was quickly called in, and the 42 year old was diagnosed with a respiratory infection.

Former Loose Women panelist Saira Khan has been making the most of her children’s half-term holidays by jetting off on a family holiday to Florida. Saira, 51, has given fans a glimpse into her fun-filled holiday on Instagram, where she has shared a series of travel-related updates with her 103,000 followers. The Apprentice star, whose daughter recently donated 12 inches of hair to charity, shares children Zac and Amara with husband Steve.

Pete Doherty was advised to pull out of a Libertines gig in Bristol tonight (February 24) after it was discovered that he has a “respiratory infection”.The band, who are in the middle of their rescheduled ‘Giddy Up A Ding-Dong Tour’, took to social media this evening to share the news.“A doctor has been called to assess Peter’s condition tonight after he developed a high fever and shortness of breath,” the post began. “Thankfully, he has tested negative for COVID-19, but has been diagnosed with a respiratory infection which requires immediate treatment.“Unfortunately, he has been advised not to perform tonight under any circumstances, which was not a decision taken lightly, and he remains under close observation with the doctor.”The band said they were unclear as to whether Doherty will be able to perform at their two London shows this weekend at O2 Forum Kentish Town.

Brenda Edwards took to her Instagram page on Wednesday afternoon to share two beautiful photos with her late son Jamal Edwards.MORE: Christine Lampard and Ruth Langsford left 'devastated' as they rally round Brenda EdwardsThe music entrepreneur, who founded SBTV and helped launch the careers of artists like Dave, Skepta and Ed Sheeran, was 31 when he passed away on Sunday from a sudden illness, leaving his family and fans devastated.WATCH: Brenda Edwards sings at a vigil for her son Jamal The side-by-side images showed the doting mum with both of her children, Jamal and Tanisha, during a glamourous photoshoot. The Loose Women simply put a heart emoji in the caption.MORE: Brenda Edwards sings at son Jamal's vigil in heartbreaking momentMORE: Prince Charles pays heartfelt tribute to music entrepreneur Jamal EdwardsFollowers were quick to comment, with one writing: "Beautiful memories [heart emoji] so sorry for your loss." Another remarked: "Sending you and your family so much love." A third post read: "So sorry for your loss."After the news of Jamal's death was confirmed, Brenda released a heartbreaking statement via ITV which read: "It is with the deepest heartache that I confirm that my beautiful son Jamal Edwards passed away yesterday morning after a sudden illness."Myself, his sister Tanish and the rest of his family and friends are completely devastated.

Dave has been forced to postpone his upcoming London shows at The O2 due to the damage the venue suffered this week at the hands of Storm Eunice.The rapper was due to perform at the venue on Monday (February 21) and Tuesday (22) as part of his ‘We’re All Alone In This Together’ UK tour.However, winds caused by the adverse weather conditions shredded parts of the white-domed roof of The O2, which is located near Greenwich in South East London.Posting on Twitter, Dave wrote: “Bad news, The O2 have told us Monday and Tuesday’s shows can’t happen. (Storm/roof) we’re doing everything we can to reschedule the shows to play as soon as possible.“Have been told it won’t be too long I’ll know more on Monday and will return with a tweet then..

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