..On the Grapevine; Here Come the Girls!

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Byline: DEAN PIPER; NATALIE EDWARDS

KARIMA Francis got the gig of a lifetime when she was asked to perform at the wedding of her musical hero Skunk Anansie on Friday. She said: "Her girlfriend flew me over to Italy to be a surprise at her wedding. Skunk is a massive fan and I'm her favourite female artist. It was crazy because she's one of my heroes and I grew up listening to her. It was a big one and a massive compliment." Karima's gorgeous second album The Remedy is out today.

LIANNE La Havas is one talented lady. Her debut album Is Your Love Big Enough? is a gorgeous collection of slick soul-pop tunes. And it's resulted in some musical greats flocking to be in her …