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. 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 disbanded in the early 90’s 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. They most recently supported Zebra at Westbury Music Fair in NY and will be appearing at John Petrucci's Guitar Universe 5.0 in Las Vegas in August 2025. Meanstreak released their new EP "Blood Moon"  on 2/02/24

 Current Members: 

Bettina France - Vocals 

Irene Eliopoulos - Bass 

Yael Rallis - Drums 

Rena Sands Petrucci - Guitar 

Discography:

Blood Moon (2024)

Roadkill (1988) 

Other Albums/EPs/Compilations: 

L'Amour Rocks (1987)

The Other Side - Demo (1989) 

The Dark Gift - Demo (1992)

Dangerous Women (1993)