Slits Formation Period
Joins the emerging Slits and becomes a central guitarist in one of the most important female-led bands of British punk.
Role range: 1976-
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Viv Albertine Biography and Timeline
Follow Viv Albertine through 8 dated historical records for Great Britain.
Viv Albertine, historical timeline
A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.
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1976–1979Years on this page
1976
1977
Slits Live Development
Performs extensively with the Slits as the band develops its jagged punk style and distinctive stage identity.
Role range: 1976-
White Riot Tour
Tours with the Slits alongside the Clash during the White Riot tour, bringing the band to punk audiences around Britain.
Role range: 1976-
1978
Slits Recording Development
Continues writing and performing with the Slits as their music increasingly incorporates reggae rhythms and experimental arrangements.
Role range: 1976-
1979
Cut Chart Entry
Cut enters the UK albums chart during the Slits' major commercial breakthrough.
Role range: 1976-
Typical Girls Chart Entry
Typical Girls and I Heard It Through the Grapevine enter the Official Singles Chart as a double-sided release.
Role range: 1976-
Cut Album
The Slits release debut album Cut, combining punk with reggae and dub influences.
Role range: 1976-
Slits Reggae-Punk Fusion
Helps define the Slits' mature 1979 sound through sparse guitar work integrated with reggae-influenced rhythm arrangements.
Role range: 1976-
Records, sources and methodology
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