[2026] For Band Beginners! Recommended Songs from Popular Bands That Get the Crowd Going at Live Shows
I’m new to playing in a band, but I want to practice hard and get on stage…
I want to quickly cover up-and-coming young bands and show off their songs…
There are surely many people—especially teens—who feel this way.There aren’t that many songs arranged with power chords on guitar, root notes on bass, and simple 8-beat drums, but in this article we’ve picked out relatively easy-to-play tracks, including some timeless classics.If there’s any part of the songs we’re about to introduce that you just can’t manage, ask a band-savvy friend to help you arrange it into something simpler, or check out YouTube videos that share beginner-friendly arrangements.
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[2026] For Band Beginners! Recommended Songs from Popular Bands That Hype Up Live Shows (71–80)
astronomical observationBUMP OF CHICKEN
When it comes to Japanese rock, there’s one band you absolutely can’t leave out! Songs by the universally loved BUMP OF CHICKEN are guaranteed to get everyone pumped! And no matter how many years go by, these classics are practically a given at school festivals and cover-band gigs—you hear them all the time! They’re not exactly “super easy,” but let’s practice them properly! The bass in particular might be a bit challenging.
Still, if you’re in a band, chances are you’ve covered these songs before, so you’ll likely get plenty of advice from all kinds of people!
You and the summer music festivalSHISHAMO
Since their debut as teenagers in the 2010s, SHISHAMO has thrived as a hugely popular female rock trio.
“Kimi to Natsu Fes” is their memorable debut single, a well-known, fan-favorite classic.
It’s also popular for “tried dancing” videos, so some people may have discovered SHISHAMO through those.
Given the song’s theme, it’s guaranteed to hype up a school festival if you cover it.
If you’re a beginner tripping over the distinctive guitar phrase in the intro, try slowing down the tempo and focusing on that part first.
Overall, the song is mostly chord backing, so singing while playing shouldn’t be too difficult.
Do note that the key changes in the chorus.
The rhythm section uses a simple 8-beat, but be sure you can smoothly handle the rests and syncopations that pop up in places!
avocadoyonige
Yonige is a three-piece band from Osaka.
This song, one of their early signature tracks, is still popular and always gets the crowd going at live shows! The tempo isn’t too fast or too slow, making it easy to play.
The chorus uses power chords, and the drums are centered around a dance beat, so it should be approachable to perform! However, the arpeggios while singing and the guitar solo will require practice!
Ordinary people in love don’t danceThis is LAST
This is LAST is a three-piece rock band whose name reflects their resolve: “Let this be the final band we bet our everything and our musical lives on.” Their digital-only single, “Renai Bonjin wa Odoranai,” released on July 26, 2023, makes a striking impact with the contrast between its refreshing melody and provocative lyrics.
The drums feature many off-beat accents, so beginner drummers will need practice, but once you get used to it, it should be a lot of fun to play! Overall, the performance is straightforward, so be sure to practice thoroughly so the band can lock in together.
With catchy guitar riffs and other satisfying lines to play, it’s a exhilarating rock tune that’s sure to resonate with the audience.
Let’s give it a tryWANIMA
A powerful song that hits you straight on with positive vibes! “Yatte Miyou” by WANIMA, a rock band from Kumamoto, was released in 2017 and was featured in an au commercial.
They gave the children’s song “Picnic” their own energetic twist.
The message in the lyrics—“Don’t be afraid; just give it a try”—is perfect for beginner bands.
Since the tempo is on the fast side, start by practicing it slowly, then gradually pick up the speed.
TV ManiacsELLEGARDEN
ELLEGARDEN is a four-piece rock band that has had a huge influence on rock bands in the J-POP scene since the 2000s and continues to stay at the forefront.
“TV Maniacs,” included on their fourth album RIOT ON THE GRILL, gets your adrenaline pumping with its straightforward rock sound that kicks off with a powerful guitar riff.
The tempo is quite fast, and the drums in particular can make or break the overall quality of the track depending on whether the beat remains steady to the end, so take care.
Also, since the lyrics are entirely in English, vocalists should thoroughly learn the song before band practice so they can keep up with the ensemble.
RomanceHitsuji Bungaku
Hitsujibungaku is an alternative rock band known for simple songs and a vocal style that’s soft yet strong at its core.
Many of their tracks are easy to play, but I especially recommend the 2019 single “Romance.” Included on the EP “Kiramaki,” also released that year, this song is played at a relaxed, 8-beat tempo, making it approachable even for beginners.
Most of the guitar chords use open strings in easy-to-hold positions, so if you’re not comfortable with barre chords, definitely give it a try!
