Article: The Slits

The Slits


Rock group


A multicultural, female, punk-rock band, the Slits are an influential group noted for introducing world music chiefly reggae and Afro-pop into the genre of punk. Their unique sound and style also has been credited with helping to pave the way for a generation of female musicians. The definitive version of the Slits is comprised of vocalist Ari-Up (born Ariane Forster), guitarist Viviane (Viv) Albertine, bassist Tessa Pollitt, and drummer Palmolive (born Paloma Romero). Part of the first wave of punk rockers, the Slits were the last to secure a record contract with a major label.

Considered the female equivalent of the Sex Pistols and the Clash, the ...

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