[Winter Break Intensive Practice] A roundup of easy cover songs recommended for beginner bands
In our busy lives, it’s often hard for the whole band to get together, and you may not be able to find time to practice as a full group.
In the midst of that, the long winter break is a perfect chance for everyone to meet up and practice properly! It’s the perfect time to level up! That said, you might be unsure which songs to work on and end up stuck.
So in this article, we’ll introduce lots of songs that are great for band practice over winter break! We’ve picked a wide range—from winter-themed tracks to classic staples recommended for beginner band members—so be sure to find something you’ll want to play.
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[Winter Break Intensive Practice] A Collection of Easy Cover Songs Recommended for Band Beginners (21–30)
Frenzy Hey Kids!!THE ORAL CIGARETTES
This is the opening theme of the anime Noragami ARAGOTO, featuring an impressive guitar riff.
At first listen it may seem difficult because the guitar is built from tight riffs and cutting, but it’s made up of short, repeating phrases—so with repetitive practice, you’ll be fine! The bass also has some spotlight phrase moments, making every part fun to play.
The chorus is all about strummed chords, so it’s a great place to add some action and really hype things up!
My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoRADWIMPS
One of the theme songs from the smash-hit anime film Your Name.
Among RADWIMPS’ songs, this one is relatively easy to play.
The intricate riff, which is a signature feature, isn’t too fast in tempo, so with repeated practice you’ll be able to play it.
The arpeggio in the A section might actually be harder for beginners.
For the drums, you’ll want to really focus on the groove!
Eine KleineYonezu Kenshi
A ballad that sings of a woman’s bittersweet feelings, which became a hot topic after being featured in a commercial.
There are moments where the sound stops at key points, so make sure each instrument is properly muted.
Also, think of the cutoffs as part of the rhythm—don’t make them too short or too long; stop at just the right moment.
If you nail it cleanly, it’ll sound super cool!
Let’s give it a tryWANIMA
This song by WANIMA, well-known from commercials.
The key is to crank up your energy and play with momentum.
Rather than focusing on fine techniques, prioritize having fun over being perfect—just like the lyrics say.
It’s a song that takes you back to your roots, so it’s great for intermediate players and up, too!
Only for you, clear skiesYorushika
A two-piece rock band consisting of composer n-buna and vocalist suis, Yorushika’s song.
It’s included on their second mini-album “An Encore Is Not Needed for Losers,” and it was Yorushika’s first track to surpass 100 million streams.
The guitar features some fast phrases in the intro and interlude, but since the overall tempo is slow, even beginner guitarists can play it if they stay relaxed.
The drums have many beat patterns, so be sure to learn them thoroughly to avoid mistakes.
Because it’s a famous song and the techniques for all parts are simple, it’s a piece that even a beginner band can master perfectly with focused practice over the winter break.
Wish Upon a Starflumpool
The song starts with a fill-in, so it’s a great chance for the drums to shine.
If you nail it, you’ll make people go “Oh!” The phrases with vocals don’t have many difficult parts for the guitar, so even beginner guitar-vocalists can play them with confidence.
2%10-FEET
It’s included on their second album, REALIFE.
The lyrics carry a powerful message, so I recommend giving it a careful listen.
It’s a quintessential nu-metal/mixture rock track that really fires up the crowd live.
Try performing it with plenty of power!