[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 music bands. Many rock and metal bands introduced as well! (101–110)
Devil on my shoulderPicture me Broken
It’s a song by the Californian American screamo rock band Picture Me Broken.
The intro features a guitar riff, and in the vocal sections they combine scream parts with clean parts, resulting in an exceptionally cool track.
SurrenderThe Duke Spirit
Let me introduce a song by The Duke Spirit, a four-piece rock band from London.
The sound crafted by these fashionable members is straightforward yet original.
Their vocalist, with a captivating voice, is gaining attention in many circles.
This track, too, has a compelling, irresistible charm.
Growing UpThe Linda Lindas
The Linda Lindas are a group of four teenage girls from Los Angeles.
Formed in 2018, they center their sound around pop punk and power pop.
In 2021, a performance at a public library went viral, catapulting them into the spotlight.
They released their debut album, “Growing Up,” in April 2022.
Their fiery live performances—featuring guest drummer Gina Schock of the Go-Go’s—also drew attention.
Their youthful, energetic playing and lyrics that tackle social issues are compelling.
Songs that capture the honest sensibilities of teenagers are sure to resonate with their peers.
Bury Me AliveWe Are The Fallen
A five-piece rock band formed mainly by former members of the gothic metal band Evanescence, We Are The Fallen’s track.
It’s the opening number of their debut album, Tear the World Down, released in 2010, and you could say it’s packed with a sound that truly evokes early Evanescence.
With guitar tones riding on a distinctive drum beat, melodic riffs, and a catchy, beautiful melody, it’s a song whose delicate expressiveness—unusual for a male-fronted band—becomes seriously addictive.
Gimme BrainsBratmobile
Embodying a rebellious spirit and DIY ethos, Bratmobile—formed in Olympia, Washington in 1991—are pioneers of the riot grrrl movement.
With a unique sound that deftly weaves elements of pop and surf music into simple, rough-hewn punk rock, they brought a fresh breeze to the music scene.
Their debut at the International Pop Underground Convention in Olympia in August 1991 was a historic moment that signaled new possibilities for feminism and music.
In their 2019 reunion show, they welcomed Rose Melberg of Tiger Trap and performed classic songs with a renewed lineup.
Their continued commitment to demonstrating the potential for social change through music still influences countless musicians today.
Bratmobile is a band for everyone who believes in the power of music and message.
[2026] Female-vocal foreign music bands. Many rock and metal bands introduced as well! (111–120)
Don’t Talk10,000 Maniacs
10,000 Maniacs is a college rock band that debuted in 1983.
Natalie Merchant’s wistful, haunting vocals really resonate, don’t they? After the release of the 1993 album “MTV Unplugged,” Natalie went solo, but the band itself continues to perform to this day.
Hold OnAlabama Shakes
Alabama Shakes is a rock band heavily influenced by R&B.
They were originally called “The Shakes,” but changed their name to “Alabama Shakes” to distinguish themselves from other bands.
This song is the first single from their debut album, Boys & Girls.