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The Libertines
The Libertines


Background information
Origin London, England
Genre(s) Post-punk Revival
Garage Rock Revival
Indie Rock
Years active 1997—present
Label(s) Rough Trade Records
Associated acts Razorlight
Dirty Pretty Things
The Chavs
Babyshambles
Yeti
Members
Pete Doherty
Carl Barât
Gary Powell
John Hassall
Former members
Johnny Borrell
Steve Bedlow
Paul Dufour



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The Charlatans' Jon Brookes Diagnosed With Brain Tumour

September 22, 2010
The Charlatans' Jon Brookes Diagnosed With Brain TumourThe Charlatans drummer Jon Brookes has been diagnosed with a brain tumour, the band have confirmed.

Brookes is currently undergoing treatment in the UK after he was flown home from the band's US tour last week.

The drummer collapsed and stopped breathing during a gig in Philadelhpia on September 15. He initially underwent treatment in the US before returning to the UK.

In a statemnt, The Charlatans said: “The band and Jon would like to thank all well wishers for their kind messages of support.”

Meanwhile, the group's touring schedule remains unaltered while the band arrange for a short term replacement.

The Charlatans released their latest studio album, 'Who We Touch', last week.

(by Jason Gregory)



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