Libertines Fans Hail 'Absolutely Incredible' Comeback Gig

Fans of The Libertines have praised the band following their comeback gig at The Forum in London last night (August 25).

The group split in 2004 but have reunited ahead of this weekend's Reading and Leeds festival.

Pete Doherty, Carl Barat, Gary Powell and John Hassall played a 22-song career-spanning set at what was their first public performance in six years.

The gig has been positively received by the band's fans, many of whom have contacted Gigwise to share their thoughts.

One fan, Nick Hucks, said: “It was like they finally delivered what they had threatened to for so many years. Absolutely incredible.”

Concert-goer Tim Stacey said: "Amazing gig, one of the best I’ve been to.  First time I’ve seen them live, so I was slightly concerned  they might not live up to my expectations, but there was no need to worry. 

"Loads of energy, the crowd went mental for them and every song sounded like a classic."

On Twitter, @RachelPapers described the atmosphere as “completely electric”, while Chris Reynolds said he thought the gig was “brilliant”.

Another Twitter user, @themindofian, said: “Amazing. Just felt like they'd never been away. Any doubts over whether they could get it together again have been blown away!”

But Slapdash wasn't convinced, describing the band as “over-rated”.

The Libertines spoke sparingly during their set, which included a nine-song encore that ended with traditional closer 'I Get Along'.

More: The Libertines Make Thrilling Comeback At London Gig.

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The band will play Leeds on Friday (August 27) and Reading on Saturday (28). For more details, check out the Gigwise Festival Guide.

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