[2026] Female-vocal Western music bands. Featuring many rock and metal bands too!
Throughout the history of the rock and metal scenes—often said to be male-dominated—women have never stopped fighting.
In recent years, bands with women at the front, singing with a unique perspective—at times powerfully, at times beautifully—seem to be drawing more attention than ever.
In Japan as well, bands like BABYMETAL, BAND-MAID, LOVEBITES, and Hanabie.
are making waves, even taking the stage at world-class rock festivals.
Many of you may have found yourselves becoming more interested in Western bands with female vocals.
In this article, with a focus on rock and metal, we introduce bands with outstanding female vocalists—from promising newcomers to timeless legends! Even if you’re new to Western music, be sure to check them out.
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[2026] Female-vocal Western bands. Many rock and metal bands featured! (91–100)
JoeyConcrete Blonde
This song is about falling in love with an alcoholic.
Written by lead singer Johnette Napolitano, it was inspired by Wall of Voodoo’s Marc Moreland, who died of liver failure in 2002.
For a band that showed little interest in hit singles or album sales, it became a major hit.
Sweet JaneCowboy Junkies
Cowboy Junkies already exuded the air of seasoned veterans from the time of their 1986 debut.
They’re a band from Toronto, Canada.
As for Sweet Jane, one of Lou Reed’s signature songs, this is arguably the most ambitious and daring cover version.
[2026] Female-vocal Western music bands. Many rock and metal bands introduced as well! (101–110)
Heavy LimbsEmployed To Serve
A track that hooks you from the intro, where a female-specific, piercing scream blends with a devastating riff.
The arrangement, which could easily become monotonous, is made diverse through changes in the chorus and beats.
The vocalist also demonstrates the ability to manipulate multiple vocal timbres.
SpectrumFlorence & The Machine
It sings about how a relationship that lays all emotions bare gives birth to an eternally radiant love.
The music video was directed by surrealist photographer and artist David LaChapelle.
A remix by Calvin Harris was released as a single.
Glimpse Of The UnseenOathbreaker
A hardcore band stripped down to the bare essentials.
The female vocals evoke the emotion of a heartrending cry, leaving a strong impression, and although the tempo is slow, the track packs a powerful punch.
Careful attention has also been paid to the drum effects, further emphasizing the band’s distinctive world-building.
Little TalksOf Monsters and Men
A folk band whose memorable looping intro brings a rush of exhilaration.
Their ability to draw the audience in within seconds of the song starting is truly outstanding.
Their nostalgic and striking worldview is another reason I can watch this band endlessly.
A band to look forward to from here on out.
Smash the Control MachineOtep
A heavyweight presence in the hardcore scene.
The female vocal timbre and the band’s dry instrumentation enhance the songs’ solidity.
It’s a track that overwhelms with its presence and worldview.
They deftly switch between various vocal tones, creating music that’s hefty yet full of momentum.