A roundup of the latest releases by bands led by women in rock and metal.

Without Warning – “Laceration” (single and music video)

September 4 – Finnish band Without Warning has released their new single “Laceration.” The song brings heavy industrial sounds with hard guitars, electronic beats, and powerful vocals. While dark and intense, it also carries a message of hope, asking for more care toward each other and the planet. “Laceration” is part of the band’s upcoming debut album.

Elettra Storm – “Blue Phoenix” (single and music video)

September 3 – Italian power metal band Elettra Storm has released the video for “Blue Phoenix,” the first single from their upcoming album Evertale, due out October 24 via Scarlet Records. The track introduces the record’s mix of speed, melody, and epic storytelling, with frontwoman Crystal Emiliani leading the charge. Evertale will be available in digipack CD and limited vinyl editions.

Megan Ash – “Hexed” (single and music video)

September 5 – Megan Ash, member of Heteromorphic Zoo, has released her first solo single “Hexed.” The instrumental metal track highlights her unique style, blending violin with heavy riffs to create a powerful debut statement.

Stormbreaker – Enlighting (album)

September 5 – Finnish melodic metal band Stormbreaker has released their debut album Enlighting through Backyard Sounds. The record features ten tracks that mix heavy riffs, cinematic layers, and melodic hooks, following the success of the singles “Femme Fatale” and “Sandman.” With dual vocals from Petri Tarvainen and Anni Kokkonen, the album marks Stormbreaker as one of the most promising new acts in Europe’s metal scene.