Louis Tomlinson and Pete Doherty’s record label join forces to release new music by Andrew Cushin

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Louis Tomlinson and Pete Doherty‘s record label have come together to release new music by emerging artist Andrew Cushin. Check out his latest track ‘Wor Flags’ below.Both the former One Direction star and The Libertines frontman are set to support the emerging singer-songwriter with the release of his upcoming debut album, ‘Waiting For The Rain’.Released on September 29, the LP will be made available from Doherty’s own ‘Strap Originals’ – an independent record label devoted to signing new, original artists and retaining their right to evolve and take creative control over their own work.

Pre-orders are available here.Now, following his time playing to sold-out crowds across the US as support to Louis Tomlinson on his ‘Faith In The Future’ world tour, Tomlinson has also offered to lend a supporting hand with the album release, and looks to help Cushin reach a wider audience.Both Tomlinson and Cushin met last year after the former caught Cushin’s appearance on the Sky Sports show Soccer AM.

After being impressed by his performance, he offered him a support slot in London, which then led to support shows across the US and Europe through 2023.

From there, Tomlinson and Doherty bonded over their mutual admiration for the artist.“As somebody who has been interested in up-and-coming acts, working with Andrew was a no-brainer.