[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. Lots of rock and metal bands introduced too! (21–30)
Silk ChiffonMUNA
MUNA is an indie pop band from Los Angeles, USA.
Formed in 2013, they made their major-label debut in 2016.
Their music blends a wide range of genres from indie pop to electropop, and is characterized by lyrics that explore themes of sexuality and gender.
Songs on their debut album, About U, released in February 2017, drew attention for expressing support for the LGBTQ+ community.
In June 2020, they were selected by Queerty as one of the “50 heroes leading the nation toward equality, acceptance, and dignity for all.” MUNA’s music is recommended for those who respect diversity and value the freedom of self-expression.
BarracudaHeart
Heart is a rock band centered around the Wilson sisters, Ann Wilson and Nancy Wilson.
They have produced a wide range of songs, from orthodox rock to hard rock and socially conscious folk rock.
They are often regarded as pioneers of female vocals in rock bands, and in 2013 they were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Barracuda is one of their signature songs, a work that, while delicate, is richly infused with elements of hard rock.
Let It LandTonight Alive
This is a song by an Australian punk band that debuted in 2011.
Unlike the typical image of punk bands, their fashion and music differ, featuring many pop and melodious numbers.
The song highlighted here is also quite catchy.
Celebrity SkinHole
This is the band that Courtney Love—also known for being married to Kurt Cobain—was in.
“Celebrity Skin” is one of Hole’s signature songs, and its catchy melody that emerges from the hard sound is particularly striking.
Cold BloodedCourage My Love
A hard, melodious, and exhilarating track from the Canadian assailants Courage My Love.
It’s packed with hard rock elements, overflowing with weight and power.
Their unorthodox sound is sure to keep expanding even further from here—no doubt about it.
Blame BrettThe Beaches
The Beaches are a four-piece girl band from Canada.
Since forming in 2013, they’ve garnered attention with a catchy sound that fuses indie rock, pop, and punk.
Bursting onto the scene with their 2017 debut album Late Show, they evolved from sugary punk-pop to a tougher, more rock-oriented direction.
Their talent has been recognized, including winning Breakthrough Group of the Year in 2018.
Influenced by artists like girl in red and The Strokes, their music is recommended for anyone who loves rock.
Don’t Delete the KissesWolf Alice
Wolf Alice have been drawing attention as a band representing the UK alternative rock scene.
Formed in London in 2010, the four-piece is fronted by Ellie Rowsell, whose vocals are both powerful and delicate.
Their debut album, My Love Is Cool, was released in 2015 and reached No.
2 on the UK Albums Chart.
Their second album, Visions of a Life (2017), won the 2018 Mercury Prize.
Rooted in alternative rock, their sound weaves in diverse elements such as folk and dream pop, creating a distinctive style.
Ellie’s political statements have also sparked discussion.
Blending innovation with tradition, their music is recommended for listeners seeking something fresh and stimulating.