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Recommendations for Western All-Female Bands—from Legendary Groups to Promising Newcomers

Former vocal coach specializing in Western musicRyo
With the motto “Learn the basics and enjoy putting them into practice,” I worked as a vocal coach specializing in Western music. As a teen, I questioned the idea that “Western music equals English,” and started listening to songs from around the world. Today, I devour music from over 80 countries and run a personal blog introducing tracks. I often listen to genres like nuevo flamenco, bolero, canzone, and R&B. I’ll keep updating articles daily to find the one perfect song you’re looking for!
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Started working as a music writer as a side job while employed at a record shop, and for over 18 years I’ve contributed to music magazines, disc guide books, mooks, and web media. As a writer my main field is Western music, but as a listener for over 35 years, I always try to keep my curiosity alive with the motto “I like what I like.” I have experience playing in bands, where I was a bassist who handled songwriting and composition. Instruments I’ve played include bass, guitar, and piano. I began studying English in my mid-40s and continue to do so today.

The idea that rock is for men feels like a thing of the distant past, with energetic all-girl bands thriving today.

This time, we’re casting a wide net across genres—rock, pop, metal, punk, and more—to spotlight Western girl bands admired by band-loving women.

From legendary groups from the days when all-female bands were still rare to the hottest up-and-coming acts, we’ve carefully selected the best to introduce to you.

You’re sure to find your new favorite girl band.

Be sure to check them out!

A Guide to Female Western Music Bands: From Legendary Groups to Promising Newcomers (61–70)

Charity BallFANNY

FANNY “Charity Ball” 1971

Charity BallFANNY

FANNY was a legendary band that thrived in the early 1970s.

It’s no exaggeration to say they paved the way for the girl bands that followed.

They released five albums and then disbanded.

Since then, Fanny has rarely been talked about, but shouldn’t the sound so highly praised by David Bowie be reappraised?

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EmmylouFirst Aid Kit

First Aid Kit – Emmylou (Official Video)

EmmylouFirst Aid Kit

First Aid Kit is a Swedish folk duo formed in southern Stockholm by the sisters Johanna and Klara Söderberg.

This song is an homage to the sisters’ favorite country rock songwriters.

The music video was filmed in Joshua Tree National Park.

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Joe CoolGirl Monstar

Girl Monstar- Joe Cool Live In Studio

Joe CoolGirl Monstar

A girl monster that debuted in 1992, they’re a four-piece band from Australia.

They even released an album in the U.S., but got written off as “the Australian Bangles,” which did them no favors at all.

This track does have a Bangles-like vibe, but it also has that dry, distinctly Australian sound—it’s pretty good, isn’t it?

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It Haunts You NowGo Betty Go

Go Betty Go: “It Haunts You Now” – [Official Video]

It Haunts You NowGo Betty Go

They were a California-based band that debuted in 2006.

Although they disbanded after releasing only one album, their sound—mixing the appeal of punk rock and hard rock—still feels fresh even today.

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BanbooHinds

HINDS | Bamboo (Official and unique video)

BanbooHinds

Hinds is a four-piece girl band from Madrid, Spain.

They’re known for their lo-fi, garage rock sound.

Though they look like a cute, contemporary girl group, contrary to that image their sound is pleasantly loose, making them a curious band you can listen to in a relaxed way.

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