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

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!

Recommendations for Foreign Girl Bands: From Legendary Groups to Promising Young Acts (41–50)

All These YearsThe Chosen

The Chosen – All these years (Original)
All These YearsThe Chosen

A girls’ band from the eastern Indian state of Mizoram.

This six-member group from a region inhabited by Tibeto-Burman peoples is known for heartfelt ballads with a songcraft that in some ways resonates with Japanese pop.

Despite the strong Asian flavor, it’s India—so the language is English.

Recommendations for Western All-Female Bands: From Legendary Acts to Promising Newcomers (51–60)

Let Me DownThe Staves

The members of this UK-born acoustic/folk rock band are three beautiful sisters.

Their warm acoustic sound is highlighted by the trio’s gorgeous harmonies.

If you enjoy indie pop like Belle and Sebastian, you should definitely give them a listen.

It’s up to youThe Tuesdays

The Tuesdays – it’s up to you
It's up to youThe Tuesdays

They are a Norwegian band formed in 1990.

They didn’t achieve worldwide success, but their pop sensibilities—especially their beautiful melodies—captivated listeners.

While the strong influence of The Bangles is evident, I think they’ve absorbed it well.

M.I.A.7 Year Bitch

7 Year Bitch is a punk rock band formed in Seattle in 1990.

This song was written for Mia Zapata, the lead vocalist of the Seattle punk band The Gits, who was murdered in 1993.

It is included on the album “¡Viva Zapata!” released in 1994.

Bruise VioletBabes In Toyland

Babes In Toyland – “Bruise Violet”
Bruise VioletBabes In Toyland

In Japan, the grunge rock band Babes in Toyland.

You can also strongly feel influences from Sonic Youth and Hüsker Dü.

Although they did not achieve major-label success during their decade-long career, their powerful sound and distinctive character—hard to believe it came from an all-female band—undoubtedly helped define the era.

Don’t Call Me on the PhoneBeach Day

Beach Day – “Don’t Call Me on the Phone” {OFFICIAL VIDEO}
Don't Call Me on the PhoneBeach Day

Beach Day is a garage/surf rock band from Florida.

Their dreamy songs, tinged with nostalgia, vividly evoke the image of Florida’s ocean.

It’s refreshing girls’ rock that breathes in the spirit of timeless classics like The Beatles and The Beach Boys.

Son Of A BitchCivet

Civet is a girls’ rock band from Long Beach, California.

Signed to Hellcat Records, the label of the punk band Rancid, they deliver a fiery punk sound.

In particular, vocalist Liza Graves’s gritty, full-bodied vocals have an undeniable power that can only be described as simply cool.