[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. Many rock and metal bands introduced! (11–20)
Not Strong Enoughboygenius
Boygenius is a supergroup that brings together three talented singer-songwriters who represent the American indie rock scene.
Formed in 2018 by the distinctive artists Phoebe Bridgers, Julien Baker, and Lucy Dacus, they made their debut the same year with the EP “boygenius.” In March 2023, they released their highly anticipated first full-length album, “The Record,” which achieved international success, reaching No.
1 in countries including Ireland, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom.
Their music weaves deeply emotional lyrics with beautiful harmonies, deftly blending elements of alternative rock and indie pop while exploring universal themes such as lost love, vulnerability, joy, and affection.
If you’re drawn to the appeal of women artists who combine delicate sensibilities with powerful expression, be sure to check them out.
This Is WhyParamore
Paramore, hailing from Tennessee in the United States, is a band that has continually evolved across a wide musical range—from pop punk to alternative rock—since forming in 2004.
Since their 2005 debut, they have produced numerous acclaimed albums such as Riot! and Brand New Eyes, and gained popularity with hits like Misery Business.
They won a Grammy in 2015 and took home two Grammys in 2024.
Hayley Williams’s powerful vocals and the band’s passionate sound remain compelling despite changes in the lineup.
They’re a recommended listen not only for rock fans but also for anyone looking to explore new music.
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.
I Got HeavenMannequin Pussy
Mannequin Pussy, known for their female-perspective lyrics and powerful punk sound, are an American punk rock band active since the 2010s.
Formed in New York in 2010, they released their debut album, “Mannequin Pussy,” in 2014.
Their third album, “Patience,” released in 2019, received high critical acclaim.
In 2020, during the COVID-19 pandemic, they produced the EP “Perfect,” which explores themes of social isolation and the internet, and includes tracks born from improvisation.
In August 2023, they launched their own label, Romantic Records, and reissued their second album, “Romantic.” Their music is characterized by an emotional, raw quality that expresses a range of feelings—not just anger.
They’re recommended not only for fans of punk rock, but also for anyone interested in works by women artists.
Make Me Wanna DieThe Pretty Reckless
A song by The Pretty Reckless, a four-piece alternative rock band fronted by Taylor Momsen, who is also active as an actress and model.
It was released as the lead single from their 2010 debut album “Light Me Up,” and you can tell it’s heavily influenced by grunge in the vocal delivery and overall sound design.
With sultry vocals, noisy guitar tones, and a heavy beat blending in perfect balance, it’s a track that fans of female-fronted rock bands should definitely check out.
Don’t SpeakNo Doubt
No Doubt is a ska-punk band that has sold 27 million records worldwide.
When they debuted in the 1990s rock scene, grunge was the dominant style.
Since their specialties—ska-punk and pop rock—were the polar opposite of grunge, their initial sales amounted to only 30,000 copies.
After the release of Tragic Kingdom in 1995, they became a global act, and Don’t Speak spent 16 weeks at No.
1 on the Billboard Hot 100 Airplay chart.
[2025] Female-fronted Western music bands. Many rock and metal bands introduced! (21–30)
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.