lorraine lewis

Lorraine Lewis rose to prominence as the lead vocalist of the hard rock band Femme Fatale, which she formed in Albuquerque, New Mexico, in 1987. The band later moved to Los Angeles and secured a recording contract with MCA Records after a well-received showcase. In 1988, Femme Fatale released their self-titled debut album, which reached No. 141 on the Billboard 200. The album had two signature songs, “Waiting for the Big One” and “Falling in and out of Love,” which received significant airplay on MTV. Despite the initial success, the band disbanded in 1990 after touring internationally with acts such as Cheap Trick, when a planned second studio album was not completed.

After Femme Fatale’s initial disbandment, Lewis pursued a solo career, releasing albums in country, new-age, and other rock genres. In 2013, she reformed Femme Fatale with an all-female lineup. This iteration of the band later signed with FnA Records to release their second album, “One More for the Road,” featuring recordings from 1989-1990 that were originally intended for their follow-up album. In 2019, Lewis joined the all-female hard rock band Vixen as their new lead singer, succeeding Janet Gardner. She performed with Vixen for five years, contributing to the band’s single “Red” which was released in 2023. In 2024, Lewis’s departure from Vixen was announced, and she subsequently confirmed being fired from the band. Following her exit from Vixen, Lewis announced she would be reactivating Femme Fatale in 2025 with new music, including the single “Living Like There’s No Tomorrow.”

Beyond her musical career, Lewis has been involved in television production. She served as an Executive Producer and Creator of the reality television show “Ex Wives of Rock,” which aired on platforms such as Slice Network, AXS TV, and Fuse Network. Her career highlights include headlining tours and supporting major acts, showcasing her consistent presence in the rock music scene and her adaptability in various entertainment ventures.