The Slits

The Slits
Formed: 1976
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Disbanded: 1981
Genre: Rock
Styles: Post-Punk, Punk, New Wave
Group Members: Viv Albertine, Steve Beresford, Palmolive, Tessa Pollitt, Ari Up, Bruce Smith, Kate Korus, Budgie, Suzi Gutsy, Bruce Smith
Biography: Along with the Raincoats and Liliput, the Slits are one of the most significant female punk rock bands of the late '70s. Not only did they bravely (or foolishly, you be the judge) leap into the fray with little, if any, musical ability (on their debut tour with the Clash, Mick Jones used to tune their ...Read full biography
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Released: 1979
Label: Koch Entertainment
Critics' Rating:
Its amateurish musicianship, less-than-honed singing, and thick, dubwise rhythms might not be for everyone, but there's little denying the crucial nature of the Slits' first record. Along with more recognized ...Read full review
Live at the Gibus Club
Released: 2005
Label: Castle Us
Critics' Rating:
Historically, this tape of a January 26, 1978 show in Paris has considerable value. It's the original lineup of the Slits -- Ari Up on vocals, Viv Albertine on guitar, Tessa Pollitt on bass, and Palmolive ...Read full review
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