Mercedes Lander, drummer for Kittie, represents a cultural shift in heavy metal, empowering women in a traditionally male dominated genre. Her contributions extend beyond music, symbolizing resilience and inclusivity in the industry.
Heike Therese Langhans (born 18 January 1988) is a South African–born singer, songwriter, and visual artist, widely respected for her work in doom metal, atmospheric metal, and dark folk–influenced music. Known for her ethereal yet emotionally intense vocal style, Heike has built a career defined by artistic depth, introspection, and a strong connection to themes of spirituality, nature, and human fragility.
Daria Zarítskaya (born 4 April 1993) is a Ukrainian singer, songwriter, and online music creator, widely recognized for her powerful vocal performances and high quality metal and rock covers on digital platforms. Known for her clear, emotive voice and expressive interpretation, Daria has built a strong international audience by bridging classic and modern metal through a contemporary digital presence.
Anette Ingegerd Olzon (born 21 June 1971) is a Swedish singer songwriter, best known for her work as the lead vocalist of the Finnish symphonic metal band Nightwish between 2007 and 2012, as well as for her subsequent solo career and projects within melodic, symphonic, and progressive metal. She is recognized for her clear, melodic vocal style, strong sense of melody, and ability to bridge metal with pop oriented and emotional vocal approaches.
Seraina Telli is a Swiss singer, songwriter, and performer known for her powerful voice, charismatic stage presence, and genre blending approach to rock and metal. She first gained international recognition as the lead vocalist of the all female heavy metal band Burning Witches, appearing on their self titled debut album released in 2017. Her time with the band helped establish her as a prominent new voice in the European metal scene.
