Heavy metal has long been seen as a male-dominated space, with women gaining little to no visibility for the music they make. Today, the focus is slowly shifting to a slightly less sexist narrative and one that is more open to female-fronted bands.
One example of this change, however small, is the prominence given to bands like Epica, Within Temptation, Battle Beast, Nervosa, Torture Squad , and Lacuna Coil . These groups, led by female vocalists, have been gaining space in major festivals such as Summer Breeze Brasil, which takes place in April of this year.
Last year, at the first edition of the event in the country, the stage at the Memorial da América Latina hosted Vixen, Crypta, and Simone Simons , the latter for a lecture.
Although the number of all-female bands is nowhere near the number of all-male bands, the difference in older lineups is noticeable.
In a statement released to the press, the event organizers commented: “These artists not only actively participate in the development of heavy metal, but also inspire a new generation to see the genre as an inclusive and innovative space.”
Summer Breeze Brasil 2024 takes place on April 26th, 27th and 28th at the Memorial da América Latina. Tickets are available online through Clube do Ingresso. Check the prices:
- Summer Card Social: per day (upon donation of 1kg of non-perishable food): R$700.00
- Admission ticket for all days (Pass): R$1,650 / R$3,300 (full price)
- Summer Lounge Pass (event ticket required every day): R$2,100
Individual options per day can be found on the Clube do Ingresso website.
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