Yet another former member of Dogma has come forward with a statement outlining their time in controversial all-female hard rock outfit Dogma. Isa Roddy, the original vocalist to take on the front persona of Lilith in the group, took to Instagram yesterday, November 27th, to issue the below statement. In it, she claimed she was largely uncompensated for her work in helping lay the groundwork for the Lilith character and that portions of her recorded works continue to appear as backing tracks in the band’s live performances. She stated:
“In the past few weeks, I’ve received numerous messages from fans and inquiries from media outlets asking about my connection with the band Dogma. Out of respect for those who follow my work, I feel this is the right moment to speak clearly and responsibly.
Some already knew, but I was the first vocalist of the project and actively contributed to shaping its early artistic identity. I provided vocal lines, creative ideas, and aesthetic elements that helped define the character Lilith l, recognized by the audience. I believed in the project’s potential and invested my time, dedication, and personal financial resources, without ever receiving any return.
Despite my commitment over two and a half years, certain circumstances did not align with my career expectations. As with many artistic projects, the environment and conditions eventually diverged from my professional vision. For that reason, I decided to step away in mid-2022.
When contractual matters arose, I was informed that the only available document was a session musician agreement, meant solely for live performances. These performances never happened with me. In other words, despite my creative, vocal, and conceptual contributions, I received no compensation, and my audiovisual recordings were later used across multiple materials without my explicit authorization.
Even after my departure in 2022, portions of my voice have continued, and still continue, to appear in live performances and released materials, including:
- ‘Father I Have Sinned‘ – growls and backing vocals
- ‘My First Peak‘ – backing vocals and signature vocalizations
- ‘Forbidden Zone‘ – backing vocals
- ‘The Dark Messiah‘ – backing vocals, screams and final choir
- ‘Free Yourself‘ – screams
- ‘Pleasure From Pain‘ – screams
Additionally, the mask representing the character continues to be sold based on the shape of my face, which I designed during my direct involvement in developing the project’s visual identity.
I also recorded full vocals for an EP that was never officially released but is still publicly accessible online. The videos for ‘My First Peak‘ and ‘Forbidden Zone‘ containing my full vocal and visual performance, were posted without my authorization, with another voice overlaid in the released versions.
For those who appreciate these vocals, I can say confidently: they belong to me. They are part of my identity and remain with me. That same strength, technique, and versatility will now be fully present in my own project, created with artistic freedom and professional responsibility.
Moving to Germany in 2021 was a turning point. I connected with experienced professionals in the music and creative industry, gained a deeper understanding of my rights, learned about contracts, and recognized the importance of protecting my identity and voice as an artist. This growth confirmed that leaving the project was necessary.
Everything built during Lilith‘s early phase reflects my dedication, study, and creative expression. But beyond any character, I am today an artist who wants to show my own face, my own voice, and my own truth, without masks or anonymity.
I am entering a new chapter in my career: more intense and fully aligned with my vision. I want you to be part of this journey with me! Very soon, you’ll discover everything I’ve been creating with dedication and authenticity, and I promise, it will be worth following closely.
Keep it heavy,
Isa Roddy“
This fall has seen a number of musicians previously involved with Dogma come forward to speak out against the band. They largely have painted a picture of being poorly compensated and allege that management control all aspects of Dogma, including the status and employment of the members themselves. That situation has led to at least 9 musicians having since cycled through the group.
A rundown of what has transpired in recent weeks can be found below.
- On October 26th, 2025 former members Grace Jane Pasturini (Lilith II), guitarist Amber Maldonado (Lamia II) and guitarist Patri Grief (Rusalka) issued a joint statement, condemning the band’s management, alleging broken promises, manipulation and mistreatment. The band’s social media responded in kind, downplaying the claims.
- On October 29th Patri Grief issued a personal statement, alleging she was underpaid, manipulated and gaslighted during her time in the band. She claims to have been replaced in the group while being detained upon entry to the United States for a tour due to the band’s management not providing her with a proper visa.
- On October 30th Kim Jennett came forward to reveal she turned down the role of Lilith in 2024, citing a highly unfavorable contract, which she claimed would effectively silence women who signed it to work with the band. She claimed her lawyer roughly described the terms of that contract as ‘slave labour.’
- On November 12th Amber Maldonado issued her own personal statement statement condemning the band’s management, alleging manipulation and mistreatment.
- Amid growing discord and backlash from fans amid the alleged behavior and operating environment in place in the band, Dogma‘s first-ever Australian tour that was booked for this month was postponed by the promoter.
