Interviewer: Speaking of Carl, you have said that the Libertines had offers to do a reunion gig at Reading for a grand amount of money but had to turn it down because Carl wasn’t happy about it. Actually, when I asked him about the Libertines reuinon last autumn, he said that he was not interested in a reunion just for money, which seemed be in vogue, but that he was very happy to make a new record with the members if the circumstances permitted it.
Peter (With a glum face) Did he say that!? That’s different from what he said to me. What is Carl thinking, hmm? He made up nonsense excuses that my energy level was too dark or whatever. If he just tells me that he’s willing, we can start making a new record tomorrow.
Interviewer: But things are not that simple, you know. You’re releasing this solo album and starting a tour, then you also have a schedule as Babyshambles.
Peter: Yeah, I have made more new songs for Babyshambles.
Interviewer: In addition, Carl has just disbanded Dirty Pretty Things, and he’s about to start working on his solo project and acting career.
Peter: We can do it if Carl and I are up to it. […] But, these days, no matter how many times I leave a message on his phone, he won’t get back to me. It seems that, for the last several months, he’s been avoiding me. I wonder why ……
Interviewer: Why don’t you see and talk with him?
Peter: Yeah … Maybe I should just call at his place and pin him down. You know his address in Muswell Hill, don’t you? Can I have it?
Interviewer: But if I tell you without his permission, he’ll get mad at me.
Peter: (Suddenly gets crestfallen and looks down)
Interviewer: If he says ok when I see him next time, I’ll let you know as soon as possible.
Peter: (With shining eyes) Yeah? I’m counting on you, really.
[…]
Peter: (On parting) Does Carl still have my picture on the wall?
Rockin’on, April 2009