Released in 2022, The Fantasy Life Of Poetry & Crime is a collaborative album between Libertines frontman Peter Doherty and French musician/producer Frédéric Lo. Written and recorded in Normandy, the record trades Doherty’s usual raw indie edge for a more reflective, orchestrated sound. Lo’s lush arrangements pair with Doherty’s poetic lyricism to create an intimate and cinematic collection of songs, balancing melancholy with romantic optimism. It’s a deeply personal work that highlights Doherty’s growth as a songwriter while showcasing Lo’s elegant compositional style.

Tracklist:

Side A:
A1. The Fantasy Life of Poetry & Crime
A2. The Epidemiologist
A3. The Ballad Of
A4. You Can't Keep It From Me Forever
A5. Yes I Wear A Mask
A6. Rock & Roll Alchemy

Side B:
B1. The Monster
B2. Invictus
B3. The Glassblower
B4. Keeping Me On File
B5. Abe Wassenstein
B6. Far From The Madding Crowd