Viv Albertine

  • Viv Albertine was born in Sydney, Australia, to a French/Corsican father and Swiss mother.

  • Raised in North London, she attended comprehensive school and later art school, where she met Mick Jones and saw The Sex Pistols' first show.

  • Albertine formed a band with Sid Vicious before joining The Slits.

  • She learned guitar from Keith Levene, Johnny Thunders, and Joe Strummer.

  • After The Slits, Albertine attended film school and worked as a director for a decade.

  • She later turned to sculpture and songwriting, continuing her artistic pursuits.

  • Albertine's diverse background and experiences in music, film, and visual arts have shaped her multifaceted creative career.

Books by Viv Albertine