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

ODC – Twisted Love (single & music video)

September 15 – The French alternative metal band has released their new single Twisted Love with an accompanying music video. The track is the fourth to be unveiled from their upcoming debut album, which is set for release on October 31.

Beyond the Black – The Art of Being Alone (single & music video)

September 12 – German symphonic metallers have unveiled their new single The Art of Being Alone along with a music video. The track, which features Chris Harms of Lord of the Lost on guest vocals, is the third single from their upcoming album Break the Silence, due out on January 9, 2026 via Nuclear Blast Records.

Spells Unbroken – New Order’s Dawn (single & music video)

September 14 – The Polish symphonic metal band has released their new single New Order’s Dawn along with a music video. The track features the unmistakable voice of Ofilia, formerly the driving force behind Arshenic, whose presence brings a powerful and haunting dimension to the song.

Dominant Chain – Wasteland Requiem (EP)

September 3 – After nineteen years of anticipation, Finnish symphonic progressive metal band Dominant Chain has released their debut EP Wasteland Requiem via Inverse Records. The five-track release dives into dystopian and post-apocalyptic themes, with the lead single Kissed by This Life embodying the EP’s dark vision both musically and lyrically.