Marky Posted October 1, 2008 Share Posted October 1, 2008 Dirty Pretty Things have split up.In an exclusive statement to NME.COM the foursome – Carl Barat, Didz Hammond, Gary Powell and Anthony Rossomando – announced the break-up of the band that formed in 2005 following the split of The Libertines.In the statement frontman Carl Barat said that the members of the band would be pursuing new musical projects, but that these would not involve The Libertines."It is with some sadness we announce the farewell of the Dirty Pretty Things," the statement to NME.COM read. "It's been a glorious three years which we all would gladly live out again, but it is time for us to try new things (not The Libertines). "We are reluctant to give up touring but will give the last waltz everything. We have and are determined to go out as we came in, after which we all have other ventures to be getting on with and splendid future plans."Heartfelt thanks to all who made it what it was, much love and we'll see you on the road." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shuffle Posted October 1, 2008 Share Posted October 1, 2008 I just read this... too bad, I liked them. I saw them this summer on a festival and they played a great set And they're playing here in november so I'm planning to go to that show since it'll likely be the last chance to see them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gash Posted October 1, 2008 Share Posted October 1, 2008 I liked them but I'm not particularly...bothered to be honest. Imo Carl Barat was the straight up rock n' roll influence that Pete needed to stop him from warbling on incoherently and was the perfect balance, but the DPT I always felt were just good party music. I mean, the Libertines WILL reform sooner or later as long as Pete Doherty is alive. It's just inevitable. I don't know why they keep delaying it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JAC185 Posted October 1, 2008 Share Posted October 1, 2008 They weren't terrible. Shame really. I met them a couple of times and they were always very cool. I hope Carls not throwing himself into acting too much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hampi Posted October 1, 2008 Share Posted October 1, 2008 Saw them at leeds festival, it definately seemed like all the appeal that they had as former libertines had worn out and the material from their two albums was weak... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr.b Posted October 1, 2008 Share Posted October 1, 2008 Pity, I liked them, saw em live as well. Oh well, it's all the rage these daze... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FunkyMonk Posted October 1, 2008 Share Posted October 1, 2008 Wow, who are these guys? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Midnight Rambler Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 The libertines were fun when they first came out, a breath of fresh air, then the media caught on..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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