War On Women is a feminist hardcore punk band from Baltimore, Maryland, active since 2010. Led by vocalist Shawna Potter, the co-ed group weaves riot grrrl energy with sharp political lyrics addressing topics like bodily autonomy, gender violence and systemic inequality. Their fifth studio album, 'Time Under Tension' (Smartpunk Records, May 2026), marks a new chapter after a six-year gap between releases and draws praise for expanding their sound into alt-rock and indie territory.
War On Women released their fifth studio album 'Time Under Tension' on May 8, 2026 via Smartpunk Records, their first new album in six years.
In November 2025, War On Women announced they had signed to Smartpunk Records.
The band announced 'The Under Tension Tour' for spring 2026, a US run spanning the Midwest and West Coast with support from Oceanator.
The band released lead single 'Messages Unsent' ahead of the new album, described by vocalist Shawna Potter as the first love song she has written for the band.
War On Women supported Subhumans on a Texas run of dates in May 2026, playing Houston, San Antonio, Austin and Dallas.
