Ariane Forster
Also known as Ari Up, Ariane Daniele Forster
Career
Active 1976 – 2010
Biography
About Ariane Forster
Slim and blue-eyed, Ariane Daniele Forster was a German vocalist born in Munich, Bavaria, Germany. She began performing around age 14, launching a career that spanned from 1976 to 2010. Known professionally as Ari Up, she became a defining voice in punk rock as a member of the English band the Slits.
Ari's time with the Slits helped shape the post-punk and feminist punk movements, and her energetic stage presence left a lasting mark. Her natural brown hair and real/natural figure were part of her unmistakable look. She was active for 34 years until her death in 2010, at age 48. Her work continues to influence musicians today.
Record
Profile details
Personal
- Died
- Wednesday 20th of October 2010 (age 48)
- Years Active
- 1976-2010 (started around 14 years old; 34 years active)
- Birthplace
- Munich, Bavaria, Germany
- Ethnicity
- Caucasian
Body
- Hair Color
- Brown
- Eye Color
- Blue
- Boobs
- Real/Natural
Frequently asked
What was Ariane Forster's stage name?
She was known professionally as Ari Up.
How long was Ariane Forster active in music?
She started around age 14 in 1976 and was active until 2010, totaling 34 years.
Did you know
- Ariane's career spanned from 1976 to 2010, starting when she was about 14 years old.
- She was born in Munich, Bavaria, Germany, and was of Caucasian ethnicity.
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