Classic songs by foreign (non-Japanese) all-female bands. Recommended popular tracks.
I love girl bands!
But there are so many overseas girl bands that it’s hard to keep track of them all…
For you, I’ve put together a comprehensive list of women’s bands from the Western music scene.
From cool to cute, from nostalgic to new—this is packed with recommendations.
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Classic songs by Western girl bands. Recommended popular tracks (31–40)
There’s a HoneyPale Waves
Pale Waves, a rock band from Manchester, UK, are a standout group known for their diverse sound ranging from indie pop to pop punk.
Since their 2017 debut, they have gained popularity with singles like “There’s a Honey” and “Eighteen,” and their debut album, My Mind Makes Noises, reached No.
8 on the UK charts in September 2018.
Their talent has been widely recognized, winning the NME Awards’ Under the Radar award and placing fifth in the BBC Sound of 2018.
Heather Baron-Gracie’s distinctive vocals and the band’s 80s-influenced sound feel both nostalgic and fresh.
They’re highly recommended for fans of Western rock and those who want to experience the power of a female lead vocalist.
No ObligationThe Linda Lindas
An irresistibly energetic punk rock number that makes your body move on its own! The Los Angeles four-piece girl band, The Linda Lindas, released this track in September 2024, and it’s bursting with youth and momentum.
With a message of “live true to yourself,” they deliver it alongside a powerful sound.
Riding a wave of success—including sharing the stage with Green Day on their 2024 tour—the band’s vocal prowess and performance, unbelievable for teenagers, are sure to set your heart on fire.
Put it on after school or work, and you’ll feel ready to shine more authentically starting tomorrow.
Suicide HotlineThe Prettiots
The Prettiots is an alternative band formed in Brooklyn, New York.
American actress and model Rachel Trachtenburg participates as the drummer.
This track, characterized by its sweet and fun harmonies, was released as a single in 2015.
ChinatownGirlpool
Formed in 2013 in Los Angeles, California, the folk-punk band Girlpool consists of guitarist Cleo Tucker and bassist Harmony Tividad.
This track was released as a single in 2015.
This Is WhyParamore
Paramore, hailing from Tennessee in the United States, is a band that has continually evolved across a wide musical range—from pop punk to alternative rock—since forming in 2004.
Since their 2005 debut, they have produced numerous acclaimed albums such as Riot! and Brand New Eyes, and gained popularity with hits like Misery Business.
They won a Grammy in 2015 and took home two Grammys in 2024.
Hayley Williams’s powerful vocals and the band’s passionate sound remain compelling despite changes in the lineup.
They’re a recommended listen not only for rock fans but also for anyone looking to explore new music.