Peter Doherty - The Trinity Centre, Bristol - 16th March 2025

Who would have thought that Peter Doherty would become a national treasure?

It’s been a long and troubled road, but midway through his set in Bristol on March 16th, he brings out his wife Katia de Vidas as a member of his live band to (briefly) accompany him.

Doherty now lives what we understand to be a life of peace and tranquility in France with his family, his prolific work rate undimmed but his addiction problems (hopefully) behind him.

It’s a heartwarming sight that proves, against all the odds, his love for music won out. Not only that, but at little cost to his performances which are – as ever – intimate, unpredictable and deeply engaging.

Eschewing any grand entrance or elaborate introduction, he takes to the stage (early!) in darkness, his voice just about cutting through as he opens with ‘She Is Far’.

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