Slits Formation Period1976
Joins the emerging Slits and becomes a central guitarist in one of the most important female-led bands of British punk.
Historical person
Viv Albertine Biography
Historical biography and chronological timeline for Viv Albertine, based on 8 World History Database records associated with Great Britain.
8 records1976–19798 events1 places
Chronological biography
1976
1977
Slits Live Development1977
Performs extensively with the Slits as the band develops its jagged punk style and distinctive stage identity.
White Riot Tour1977
Tours with the Slits alongside the Clash during the White Riot tour, bringing the band to punk audiences around Britain.
1978
Slits Recording Development1978
Continues writing and performing with the Slits as their music increasingly incorporates reggae rhythms and experimental arrangements.
1979
Cut Album1979
The Slits release debut album Cut, combining punk with reggae and dub influences.
Slits Reggae-Punk Fusion1979
Helps define the Slits' mature 1979 sound through sparse guitar work integrated with reggae-influenced rhythm arrangements.
Cut Chart Entry22 September 1979
Cut enters the UK albums chart during the Slits' major commercial breakthrough.
Typical Girls Chart Entry13 October 1979
Typical Girls and I Heard It Through the Grapevine enter the Official Singles Chart as a double-sided release.
Titles and roles
Guitarist and Songwriter
Record provenance
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