Viv Albertine is a British musician, songwriter, and author, best known as the guitarist for the pioneering punk band The Slits. Formed in the late 1970s, The Slits were one of the first all-female punk bands and played a crucial role in the punk and post-punk scenes. Albertine's innovative guitar work and the band's fusion of punk with reggae and dub influenced a wide range of musicians and genres. After The Slits disbanded in the early 1980s, Albertine moved away from music for a time, exploring other artistic endeavors, including filmmaking and acting. She later returned to music, releasing her solo album "The Vermilion Border" in 2012, which was praised for its raw and person...