Doherty to perform at Jackson tribute

Singer Pete Doherty is to perform in a remake of a soul classic as part of an extravaganza telling the story of music producer David Gest, it was announced today.

The musician will make a one-off appearance with the band The Rumble Strips on October 14 at the 'David Gest .. My Life! A Musical Concert Extravaganza' show at the HMV Apollo in Hammersmith, west London.