[Band Performance] Recommended Songs to Liven Up Year-end/New Year Parties [2026]
As the season for year-end and New Year parties approaches, many of us struggle to decide on a performance.
If you’re in a band, showcasing a live set is definitely an option.
Still, when you consider the age range of the crowd and what fits your skill level, it can be hard to land on the right idea.
If you’re going to perform, you want everyone to have a great time.
In this article, we’ve gathered songs that are sure to liven up your party performance! We’ve focused on widely known tracks across generations and winter-themed pieces—use this as a reference!
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[Band Performance] Recommended Songs That Hype Up Year-End and New Year Parties [2026] (71–80)
cherry (sweet cherry; cherry fruit)Otsuka Ai
This is the second single by singer-songwriter Ai Otsuka, who has won a wide range of fans with her catchy tunes and cute vocals.
The song was used as the opening theme for the music program COUNT DOWN TV, and it’s also known for putting Ai Otsuka on the map in the J-pop scene.
Its bright, poppy phrases and melody make everyone want to sing along, making it perfect for year-end and New Year parties.
Thanks to its high recognition, it’s a number that everyone can get excited about together.
Invisible ManToukyou Jihen
This is the song “Tomei Ningen” (Invisible Man) by Tokyo Jihen, a band hugely popular with both men and women.
The track was used in a NONIO commercial.
Even people who didn’t experience its peak popularity in real time can get excited with this song.
If you do a mixed-gender band cover, it’ll boost the cool factor and make for a great year-end party memory.
If you’re confident in your instrument skills, why not give it a try?
Marunouchi SadisticShiina Ringo
This work captivates with its urbane, jazzy rhythms and distinctive vocals.
Released in February 1999, it’s included on Ringo Sheena’s debut album, “Muzai Moratorium.” The lyrics are sprinkled with Tokyo place names, exquisitely expressing both a passion for music and the nihilism of urban life.
It’s perfect for those confident in their instrumental skills and who genuinely enjoy music.
I think it’s a cool, tasteful choice that will brighten up a winter party!
[Band Performance] Recommended Songs to Liven Up Year-End and New Year Parties [2026] (81–90)
KICK BACKYonezu Kenshi
This song was written as the opening theme for Chainsaw Man and released in October 2022.
It features a distinctive blend of rock sounds and drum’n’bass, with a boldly structured composition that’s sure to surprise listeners.
Showcasing Kenshi Yonezu’s unique style, the track has earned strong support not only from anime fans but also from music lovers.
Perform it as entertainment at a year-end or New Year party, and the crowd might just go wild.
that bandkessoku bando
Kessoku Band is a group that appears in the TV anime BOCCHI THE ROCK!, yet has gained popularity thanks to the high quality of their music.
Their digital-only single Anobando, also included on their first album Kessoku Band, is the track featured within episode 8 of the anime.
It features funky guitar cutting, a surging bassline, and an off-beat, driving drum rhythm—techniques that are tricky to lock in as a band, so be sure to practice thoroughly.
It’s a cool, aggressive rock tune that’s sure to hype up year-end and New Year parties alike.
When it shinesHitsuji Bungaku
Hitsujibungaku is a three-piece alternative rock band whose name was chosen to express a worldview that goes beyond music alone.
Their 7th single, “Hikaru Toki,” was written as the opening theme for the TV anime The Heike Story, and—as its title suggests—its shimmering quality and sense of weightlessness linger in the ear.
Because the arrangement centers on an ensemble that features a striking guitar arpeggio, be mindful of balance when performing it as a band.
With its emotional melody and beautiful sound, this captivating rock tune will add color to winter events.
Winter skyonsoku rain
Otosok Line is a two-piece rock band that puts a strong emphasis on live performances and works with a fixed lineup of support members.
“Fuyu no Sora” (Winter Sky), included on their indie-era mini-album Utakata, features sentimental lyrics that vividly evoke wintry scenes, just as the title suggests.
Its straightforward rock ensemble is easy for bands to cover and would fit perfectly with the atmosphere of year-end and New Year parties.
It’s an emotional winter song with a transparent sound and lyrical melody that draws you in.