Sister Sledge is an American musical group from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, formed in 1971 and consisting of four sisters: Kim Sledge (born August 21, 1957), Debbie Sledge (born July 9, 1954), Joni Sledge (born September 13, 1956), and Kathy Sledge (born January 6, 1959). They are granddaughters of the former opera singer Viola Williams. The sisters used to perform under the name of "Mrs. Williams' Grandchildren". The group is best known for their hit songs "We Are Family" and "Frankie".
Sister Sledge's Phantom Harmony - I'm in a Girl Group!
Members of Sister Sledge talk about a ghostly 'fifth' harmony heard whenever they all sing together.
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- Last.fm page on Sister Sledge
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I'm in a Girl Group!
Thu 1 Mar 2012 12:36I have never, and will never, be in a girl group. I don't have the voice, the moves,...
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BBC Reviews
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We Are Family 1979
Reviewed by Daryl Easlea
We Are Family still sounds alive, zesty and vibrant.