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The Libertines will headline T in the Park.
The band - featuring Carl Barat, Peter Doherty, John Hassall and Gary Powell - are the first act to be announced for the Scottish festival which will take place from July 10 - 12.
Following successful albums in 2002 and 2004, the band reformed in 2010 and again in 2014 for performances at Reading and Leeds Festival, and The Forum and Alexandra Palace in London.
The 'Can't Stand Me Now' rockers are currently working on a new record ahead of their headline spot at the major music event, which will this year be held at the new venue of Strathallan Castle in Perthshire.
Festival Director Geoff Ellis said: "The Libertines are a truly iconic British band, revered as cult heroes by a generation of music fans and adored by the Scottish crowd. They chose Scotland as the destination for their live return on home soil last June, and raised the roof of the Barrowlands with two exhilarating shows.
"We can't wait to welcome them back in what is a historic year for T in the Park, as we take up residency at our beautiful new home, Strathallan Castle. It's going to be a very special year for T in the Park, and we can't wait to welcome you all to Strathallan."

Katy Perry has promised "a lion and sharks" at her Super Bowl performance.
The 30-year-old singer will undertake the coveted half-time performance slot at the Pepsi Super Bowl XLIX game between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots at the University of Phoenix on Sunday (01.02.15) and has promised a spectacular show with graphics and lighting taking over the entire field.
Speaking at the NFL press conference at the Phoenix Convention Center, she said: "I think I'm the only person to ever do a half time show who brings a lion and sharks to the show.
"It's going to be wild out there. I'm creating three or four different worlds.
"My entrance and exit are spectacular, the costumes are great, the music, I have a lot of songs to cover so there will be some medley of sorts.
"It's a larger than life show and, there will be costumes, I have 12-and-a-half minutes so I am going to take the opportunity to show a few looks, this is exciting. It is going to be a very colourful performance."
The 'Roar' hitmaker has already announced she will share the stage with Lenny Kravitz during the show, but teased she has another special guest on hand, who she described as unexpected and a "throwback".
She said: "There is someone, this is true. I have to keep some surprises for Sunday but I'm very, very excited about this guest. I thought long and hard about it. People are not going to expect it.
"It's a throwback of sorts that definitely needed some shine. All I can say is that it will be female fun night but when this person enters the stage, saw will drop and faces will melt. There will be some faces melted when she steps on the stage."

Liam Payne and Juicy J are working together.
The 39-year-old rapper posted a photo on Twitter of himself in a recording studio with the One Direction hunk, sparking rumours he could be set to feature on the group's fifth studio album.
Along with the photo on the micro-blogging site, he wrote: "We working! @fakeliampayne."
The musician - who features on Katy Perry's hit single 'Dark Horse' - is gearing up to release his fourth solo record 'Pure THC: The Hustle Continues' later this year, while One Direction revealed earlier this month they have already started working on their next album, following the release of 'Four' in November.
A source said: "There has been a bit of a question about the timing of the fifth album but there was never any doubt it would be released, despite the ridiculous speculation.
"Initially the guys thought they might want more time away from the studio because they've been busy promoting 'Four'. But they've been itching to get back recording again because it's what they love to do, so it's full steam ahead."
The insider also explained the members - Liam, as well as Niall Horan, Zayn Malik, Harry Styles and Louis Tomlinson - will be "in control" of the music on their next record which is why they have been writing tracks themselves.
The source added: "It's a formula that's worked before and it's how the lads like to work. The reality is that after nearly five years together they are very much in control of their sound and the process."

Sam Smith gets annoyed by Adele comparisons.
The 'Stay With Me' is frequently compared to his fellow British superstar but is bored of people saying they are similar because they don't look like conventional musicians.
He confessed: "It just annoys me that people can't digest two pop stars singing really personal songs who don't look like normal pop stars."
The admission comes days after legendary US radio host slammed the singer's appearance and had gained prominence despite his "ugly" appearance, which he compared to the 'Rolling in the Deep' hitmaker.
He said: "He's an ugly motherf**ker. He's fat, and I love it.
"I'd like to get him in here and congratulate him on beating the odds. He's like the male Adele.
Taking to Twitter after the comments were made on Saturday (24.01.15), the 22-year-old musician wrote, "I can't believe what I've just read," following up the message by writing, "Ignore."
Despite the criticism, Sam - who released his debut album, 'In the Lonely Hour,' in 2014 - has managed to stay grounded by not suppressing his feelings.
He told Rolling Stone magazine: "The way I stay normal is carry on saying what I'm saying.
"When I'm sad, I'm sad. And when I'm having a down day, I'm having a down day. It's important not to pretend everything's OK, because sometimes things aren't OK, and that's all right... I'm a human being, that's how it should be. The way I stay normal is letting my feelings take over -- letting my feelings lead, not my mind."

2 Chainz wants to run for mayor.
The rapper - who has collaborated with artists including Jessie J and Kanye West - revealed he is hoping to embark on a political career because he feels so strongly about the legalisation or marijuana and was riled up by a recent debate on the issue with television personality Nancy Grace.
He told the Atlanta Journal-Constitution newspaper: "I am looking forward to running at the end of this year or next year."
The 37-year-old musician suggested he was considering the role earlier this week when he confessed his fans had been urging for him to run for the position in his hometown of College Park in Georgia in the next mayoral election on November 3.
Although the 'Birthday Song' hitmaker - whose real name is Tauheed Epps - acknowledged he isn't a politician, he said he is hoping to gain the relevant training in order to successfully undertake the role for the good of his community.
He told XXL magazine: "I'm a musician, not a politician.
"I'm supposed to be running for mayor in College Park. I got everybody wishing. I'm really gonna do this little mayor thing in College Park. I'm just trying to make sure I have the right qualifications."
Despite his determination, 2 Chainz will face tough competition for the position as he would be challenging Jack Longino, who has been the area's mayor since 1996.

Tom Jones and Jessie J will duet at the Grammys.
The British performers will sing together at the annual music ceremony, with on-stage collaborations also being delivered by Adam Levine and Gwen Stefani, and Hozier and Annie Lennox.
Announcing the news on Twitter, 74-year-old Tom wrote: "Pleased to announce @JessieJ and I shall be performing together @theGRAMMYs. A lot of great acts performing as well."
'Take Me to Church' singer Hozier also expressed his excitement about his collaboration with the Eurythmics star by posting his own message on the micro-blogging website.
He wrote: "Incredibly excited to announce that I'll be performing beside the legendary @AnnieLennox at the upcoming @TheGRAMMYs"
Recording Academy Lifetime Achievement Award recipient Tony Bennett and five-time Grammy winner Lady Gaga - who released the collaborative album 'Cheek to Cheek' last year - will also duet at the ceremony at the Staples Centre in Los Angeles.
The latest wave of act announcements follows previous news of performers at the glitzy ceremony on February 8, including 'Stay with Me' crooner Sam Smith, pint-sized pop star Ariana Grande, super-producer Pharrell and musical icon Madonna.
Other artists set to take to the stage include Usher, Miranda Lambert, John Legend, Common, AC/DC, Eric Church and Ed Sheeran.

Geezer Butler has been arrested.
The Black Sabbath bassist spent the night in a jail cell on Tuesday (27.01.15) after allegedly being involved in a booze-fuelled bar brawl at the Corkscrew Saloon in Death Valley, California, where he was charged with misdemeanour assault, public intoxication and vandalism.
According to an official statement from Inyo County Sheriff's Department which booked the lyricist, officers were called to the bar following a fight in which the 65-year-old musician - who was charged under his full name, Terence Michael Butler - was involved, which led to one person being assaulted and a window being smashed.
The statement read: "Shortly after midnight on Jan. 27, sheriff's dispatch received a call regarding a verbal and physical altercation.
"After the Inyo county sheriff's deputy arrived on scene and interviewed witnesses, it was determined that there had been an argument that escalated into a physical confrontation -- resulting in an individual being struck, and a broken window."
The rocker - who has been in the band with Ozzy Osbourne and Tommy Iommi since 1968 - was released from the facility on Wednesday morning (28.01.15) after he "dried out".
The two-time Grammy winning band have not performed together since July 2014 when they concluded their two-year tour in London's Hyde Park, while Geezer - who lives in California with his wife, Gloria Butler, and their several cats - has no upcoming scheduled tour dates.

Charli XCX is looking forward to watching the Super Bowl.
The 'Boom Clap' hitmaker is planning on flying out to the major sporting event on Sunday (01.02.15), but admitted she is more excited about seeing her pal Katy Perry's half-time performance than watching the match because she doesn't understand American football.
Speaking exclusively to BANG Showbiz, she said: "Yeah I think I'm going to stay and watch it. I have no idea about American football or anything, I only know about our football y'know? It seems to be totally different. I don't know if I'll really know what's going on, but I'm looking forward to seeing Katy."
The 22-year-old star was in London on Wednesday (28.01.15) to headline the first of two MTV Brand New shows - presented by Emporio Armani Diamonds - which aim to highlight new acts set to gain chart success in 2015, including James Bay, Sinead Harnett and Years & Years.
Despite being eager to see Katy perform at University of Phoenix Stadium, Glendale, Arizona, she revealed those hoping she will be making an appearance during the medley of hits will be left disappointed.
When asked if she is going to be a surprise guest during the 30-year-old singer's set, she admitted: "No, I'm not. If she asked me I'd probably be like, 'Yeah, sure!' but she hasn't invited me unfortunately."
Charli - who will release her album 'Sucker' in the UK next month - added she admires the "cool and really great" 'Dark Horse' singer, who she will join on a European tour starting in February.
She gushed: "We've hung out a few times and she is really cool and really great. We kind of first hung out at the VMAs where she was wearing that amazing denim outfit, which I was like, 'Yes!'."
Voting for the MTV Brand New winner closes at midnight tonight (29.01.15).

Kasabian are to open the Bafta Awards at the Royal Opera House next Sunday (08.02.15).
The British rock band - who comprise of Tom Meighan, Sergio Pizzorno, Chris Edwards and Ian Matthews - were recently overlooked for Brit Award nominations, but are looking forward to appearing at the ceremony.
Sergio - the band's lead guitarist and chief songwriter - explained: "It's way more exciting playing the Baftas than the Brits.
"Awards should be chaotic and exciting. We're going to start the night off with a huge explosion.
"We're going to play everything twice as loud.
"Half the people there won't have a clue what is going on. We plan on going to the Bafta after-party and we're going to totally destroy it."
Sergio also spoke out about their recent Brits snub, which shocked many people in the music industry after they headlined Glastonbury in 2014.
He told The Sun newspaper: "It's a conspiracy. They're trying to shut rock 'n' roll out of it. What sort of message does that send to working class rock 'n' roll bands, which the industry is in dire need of?
"Kasabian couldn't have done any more last year. It's bulls*** really."
Kasabian are expected to perform their single 'Stevie' while a montage of the year's best film moments appear behind them.