[2025] 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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[2025] Female-fronted Western bands. Introducing many rock and metal bands too! (111–120)
If I Die YoungThe Band Perry
The Band Perry is a country music group from the United States made up of three siblings.
Their debut single “If I Die Young,” released from their first album The Band Perry, drew major attention from the start, hitting No.
1 on both the Billboard Country chart and the Adult Contemporary chart.
Their ensemble adds organic sounds like accordion and mandolin to a standard band setup, giving their music a gentle quality that soothes listeners.
The exquisitely cohesive harmonies—possible precisely because they’re real-life siblings—are sure to captivate audiences.
[2025] Female-vocal Western music bands. Many rock and metal bands featured! (121–130)
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.
Dead to Me” & “Twisted TonguesAll For Nothing
Hardcore with a dynamic groove and striking female vocals featuring piercing, almost clinch-like high notes.
The beat approach is simply breathtaking.
It’s a track where each member’s refined skills collide.
The music video is thoughtfully crafted as well, clearly reflecting the band’s direction.
FeastFurykane
Furykane, a French nu-metal band.
Their sound features a unique identity that blends death metal with female vocals.
From death-growl-style tones to cute singing, they’re an outstanding metal band that entertains with a seven-colored voice!
I Think I’m ParanoidGarbage
Garbage is a rock band that gained popularity in the 1990s.
Their major appeal lies in the sharp, aggressive vocals of Scottish frontwoman Shirley Manson and their dark, intense rock sound.
Their debut album “G,” released in 1995, and their second album “Version 2.
0,” released in 1998, were hits worldwide.
They also performed at the Fuji Rock Festival held in Toyosu in 1998, thrilling Japanese rock fans.
I Love TurbulenceRolo Tomassi
A hardcore band characterized by odd time signatures and airy, floating riffs—arguably with a post-rock sensibility.
The ethereal space crafted by the transparent vocals and synths is exceptionally well done.
Perhaps the fact that the members are siblings also contributes to their groove.
Hungry WolvesAll Heads Rise
A hardcore band with deep, growl-like low-end vocals that you wouldn’t think are coming from a female singer.
While there’s a traditional vibe in elements like the breakdowns, they craft a uniquely rhythmic and heavy sound at key moments.