Recommended songs for beginner bands: simple and crowd-pleasing tracks.
Your first live performance at a school festival or a live house… At the beginning, most bands probably perform as a cover band rather than playing original songs, right?
When that time comes, you’ll likely agonize over which songs to play—especially if your band is full of instrumental beginners, you’ll want to choose from simpler tracks.
You might want to hype the crowd by covering popular bands’ songs, but at the same time, you may find yourself hesitating, thinking, “This one seems tough…”
So in this article, we’ll introduce plenty of beginner-friendly songs that band newcomers can learn to play with practice!
Of course, carefully listening to and recreating the original is important, but boldly arranging songs to make them easier to play is also a great way to energize your live performance!
Alright, let’s dive into which songs we recommend!
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Recommended songs for beginner bands: easy and exciting tracks (81–90)
summer festivalJITTERIN’JINN
This is the fourth single by JITTERIN’JINN, a mixed-gender four-piece rock band formed in 1986.
The song is also well known for being covered by the all-girl band Whiteberry in 2000, and many other artists have covered it as well.
For guitar, there are many fast strokes and sharp accents, so being mindful of when to let notes ring and when to mute with the right hand will help you play it well.
For bass, there are many phrases that drive the flow of the song; while the fingerings aren’t especially fast, be careful not to lose the groove.
For drums, patterns that use rimshots in a festival-like style are used frequently, so aiming for a performance that suits the song’s atmosphere will help you capture the feel of the original.
It’s a song that people of various generations have likely heard, making it a number that really gets the crowd going live.
To me4na
Singer-songwriter 4na began her activities as a cover singer on YouTube in 2020 and made her artist debut the same year.
Her single “To Myself,” released on August 16, 2023, features a refreshingly pleasant ensemble.
The guitar riffs in the intro and interlude are simple yet impactful, and because the bass uses root notes and the drums play an 8-beat—fundamental techniques—it’s approachable even for beginner bands.
With a melody that’s both exhilarating and airy, it captivates listeners and is a highly recommended number for live performances.
Hoshigaoka ParkHump Back
When it comes to standout girls’ rock bands of the 2020s, you really can’t talk about the scene without mentioning them! If you’re looking for songs to cover with a girls’ band, chances are their tracks naturally make your shortlist.
This song is one of their signature tunes, notable for its nostalgic lyrics and melody.
The guitar part mainly uses open chords and octave playing, with occasional bridge mutes and arpeggios.
It’s packed with rock guitar fundamentals, making it a great choice for beginners.
The bass and drums aren’t complex either, and the tempo isn’t too fast, so it’s easy to practice!
SalamanderELLEGARDEN
This is the sixth single by the four-piece rock band ELLEGARDEN, who announced their return to activity in 2018 after about a decade, sending fans nationwide into a frenzy.
It was their final single before going on hiatus.
The contrast between the relatively flat A melody and the chorus that drives forward with a catchy tune makes it a number that really elevates the audience’s energy at live shows.
Since the playing in each part is simple, it’s approachable for beginner band members; however, dynamics are key to the song, so be mindful of the groove when you perform.
For vocals, the chorus features repeated large melodic leaps, so it’s best to practice thoroughly to avoid singing off-pitch.
Electric CircusTHEE MICHELLE GUN ELEPHANT
THEE MICHELLE GUN ELEPHANT was a four-piece rock band that enjoyed immense popularity with songs embracing diverse musical styles such as punk rock, pub rock, garage rock, blues rock, and rockabilly.
Their track Electric Circus, which was used as the ending theme for the music program JAPAN COUNTDOWN, was released as a single on the day of their final live show.
With a relaxed tempo and simple parts across the board, it’s an easy song for beginner band members to take on.
However, the atmosphere of the song can change depending on the expressiveness of the vocals, so pay attention not only to the melody but also to the nuances and dynamics.
2%10-FEET
10-FEET’s “2%” is a song that’s easy for an entire beginner band to tackle.
For vocals, there’s an English part, so if you focus on practicing that section, the rest is pretty simple.
For guitar, bass, and drums, you’ll be fine as long as you thoroughly practice the initial R&B-style rhythm section.
The key is that the song jumps suddenly from a stylish R&B vibe to punk rock, so being able to lock in together at that transition is crucial.
Rehearse it over and over until you can nail it perfectly in sync!
Recommended songs for beginner bands: easy, crowd-pleasing tracks (91–100)
Shangri-LaChatto Monchī
If you’re looking for songs by all-girl bands, I recommend “Shangri-La” by Chatmonchy.
It has a simple setup—guitar, bass, and drums—and the song itself is very straightforward, so I think it’s easy even for beginners to play.
If there’s one challenging part, it’s the rhythm.
The swing of the rhythm is crucial in this song, so pay attention not only to when you play the notes but also to when you mute them.
