Sister Audrey

Sister Audrey (Audrey Litchmore, born Donegan) The legendary Sister Audrey is most associated with the Roots Reggae Classic ‘English Girl’, first written and recorded by her almost 40 years ago. English Girl was one of the first songs recorded at the new Ariwa Studios in Gautrey Road, Peckham and was originally released on Jah Shaka’s label after an overwhelming response at dances. One of several Shaka/Ariwa partnerships from the 80s, the song recently re-emerged as the theme of the Windrush Generation, especially the verse: “Now 40 years later, we must go and get some papers”. Sister Audrey (aka Audrey Litchmore, nee Donegan) began touring in 1983 as one of ‘The Ariwa Posse’ with ‘Mad Professor’ and has continued to gain International recognition featuring on promotional tours, supporting Legendary reggae artists such as Lee Perry, Max Romeo, U Roy and Macka B. Other singles include ‘Africa is Zion’, ‘Children of the Ghetto’ and ‘If I Love You’. (from Wilkswood Reggae Festival page)

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