About Us

Meanstreak is an all-female metal band from New York, formed in 1985 by guitarists Marlene Portnoy and Rena Sands Petrucci who along with bandmates Bettina France(vocals), Martens Myung (bass), and Yael (drums), forged their way into male dominated territory, becoming one of the first all-female thrash metal bands. With influences such as Iron Maiden, Judas Priest and Metallica, they were true pioneers for women in metal and recorded an album with legendary producer Alex Perialas at Pyramid Sound in Ithaca, NY. Meanstreak’s 1988 release “Roadkill” put them on the metal charts and landed them spots as the supporting act to nationally touring bands such as Overkill, Manowar, Anthrax, Motorhead and others. From 1985-1994 they headlined shows at legendary clubs such as L’Amour, The Cat Club, The Limelight, CBGB’s and The China Club in NYC, as well as many other famed venues. Their album “Roadkill” is considered one of the best female thrash metal albums of all time. They took a break in 1994 to raise their families as well as explore other musical projects and recently reunited bringing back their hard hitting, melodic, heavy metal blend to the studio and stage in 2022. Meanstreak recently concluded a U.S, tour in support of John Petrucci's successful solo tour and reunion with Mike Portnoy. Check out Meanstreak's latest release "Blood Moon"  EP on link below!

 Current Members: 

Bettina France - Vocals 

Yael Rallis - Drums 

Rena Sands Petrucci - Guitar 

Former Members:

Marlene Portnoy - Guitar 

Martens Myung - Bass 

Blood Moon EP released 02/02 (2023)

Giant Speaks single released 01/18 (2023)

Dangerous Women (1993)

The Dark Gift - Demo (1992)

The Other Side - Demo (1989) 

Albums: Roadkill (1988) 

Other Albums/EPs/Compilations: 

L'Amour Rocks (1987)