[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 by Popular Bands That Get the Crowd Going at Live Shows (31–40)
Daphne (winter daphne)DISH//
How about performing this song to say thank you to someone special? “Jinchoge” by DISH// was released in 2021 as their 14th single.
It was used as the theme song for the drama “The Winner in February: The Classroom of Guaranteed Success” and became a hit.
With its warm melody and Takumi Kitamura’s clear, soaring vocals, it’s a piece that makes you feel gentle as you listen.
Since it’s a mid-tempo song, it’s easy to catch the timing for key moments.
If you have a pianist in your group, definitely give it a try!
bouquetback number
Back number is a three-piece rock band whose wistful vocals and lyrics have gained popularity especially among young people, and in 2023 they successfully completed their first nationwide tour of the five major domes.
Their second single, “Hanataba,” which was used as the ending theme for the music program COUNT DOWN TV, warms the heart with lyrics full of love.
Since it doesn’t involve difficult techniques and has a relaxed tempo, it’s easy for beginner band members to take on.
Because it’s a song where expressiveness matters more than performance chops, vocalists in particular should practice with that in mind.
Don’t say lazySakurakou Keionbu
If you’re thinking of performing anison live, “Don’t say ‘lazy’” is highly recommended.
This song became popular as the first ending theme of the hit band-themed anime K-ON!.
Its difficulty level is manageable enough that even beginner high school students can actually play it, so you should be able to perform it on stage without mistakes.
It’s simple yet really cool, so it looks great on stage, too.
I should be able to fly (in the sky).supittsu
Many people probably practiced this song as their very first piece on guitar.
Its relaxed rhythm also makes it a great choice for a band’s first song.
It’s perfect for those who want to learn to play with care and precision.
You’ll encounter the gateway for guitar beginners—the F chord—so let’s master it.
A tip for barre chords is to press the strings using the side of your finger.
Once you’ve mastered barre chords, the number of songs you can play will increase dramatically, so level up together with your bandmates!
kawa-E (cute)Yabai T-shatsu Yasan
Yaba-T, aka Yabai T-Shirts Yasan.
You’ve probably seen their song “Kawa E” all over social media! The tempo is fast, so it might feel tricky to nail all the fine details, but let’s make up for that with energy and momentum! For guitar, focus on the single-note section right before the chorus; for bass, make sure you can play the octave lines in the chorus solidly.
For drums, master the offbeat hi-hat—what’s known as a dance beat!
[2026] For Band Beginners! Recommended Songs from Popular Bands That Hype Up Live Shows (41–50)
Cinderella BoySaucy Dog
A three-piece rock band, Saucy Dog, who overcame various crises—including times when the lineup was reduced to just the vocalist—made their major debut in 2019.
This song, included on their 5th mini-album “Lazy Sunday,” features a striking guitar arpeggio that complements its lyrics from a female perspective.
Each part relies only on basic techniques, and the tempo is slow, making it a great pick for beginner band members.
However, because breaks and dynamics shape the song’s ebb and flow, be mindful not only of technique but also of the overall ensemble balance when performing.
dancerVaundy
A simple and easy song I recommend for guitar, bass, and drums is Vaundy’s “Odoriko.” It was released in 2021 as a digital-only single, and the music video featuring actress Nana Komatsu also drew a lot of attention.
The bass plays root notes in eighths, the drums use a simple 8-beat, and the guitar can be played if you can hold five chords.
Even though the playing itself is easy, the arrangement keeps it from getting boring by changing where each instrument comes in, which makes it a great pick for beginners.
