Metal bands are tough, hairy, loud, and especially… male. So goes the cliche but is it that really true?
We take you on a deep dive into the history of women in the metal scene and highlight bands and singers such as Doro Pesch, Burning Witches, Slave to Sirens or Nervosa.
What were the first female metal bands? What prejudices do the bands face? Is Metal really a safe space? And how will the future of Metal look like? All questions we will find an answer to in this documentary.
So lean back, tune your strings, and get ready to find out how women are conquering Metal.

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00:00 Intro
01:50 The history of Wacken with Doro Pesch
03:17 The pioneers of female Metal
06:47 Which prejudices do the bands face?
08:07 Metal in the Middle East
10:57 Diversity in the scene
12:33 Different stage personas
15:24 Why at Wacken you can be who you want to be
17:29 Are Women in Metal safe?
21:45 The psychological effects of Metal
23:10 How will the future of Metal look like?
25:47 Conclusion