Master one song over summer break! Recommended practice songs to level up your bass
Level up your bass technique over summer break! Why not challenge yourself to master one full song? We’ve selected tunes that intermediate players, in particular, will enjoy.
The lineup ranges from the latest tracks and classic hits to songs often played in jam sessions.
We’ve carefully curated a mix of Japanese and Western music.
Try finding something that matches your skill level! And if you’ve been relying on tabs until now, this could be the perfect time to try learning by ear.
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Master one song over summer vacation! Recommended practice songs to level up your bass (21–30)
Tommy The CatPrimus
Primus is an American band that has been active since the 1980s.
When it comes to the band’s identity, it’s hard not to point to bassist Les Claypool.
Since the band was formed around him, many of their songs feature the bass front and center.
And their track “Tommy The Cat” might be the perfect study material for bassists—especially those who want to practice slap technique.
Just give it a listen and let yourself be blown away by his unwavering command of the instrument!
MusicSakanakushon
The five-piece rock band Sakanaction, known for their extraordinary obsession with sound in both recordings and live performances that never fails to blow listeners away, released this as their eighth single.
Chosen as the theme song for the TV drama “dinner,” it also drew attention for being the band’s first one-coin single.
Although the number of notes is small and there are no difficult phrases, many lines enter on the off-beats, making it easy for the rhythm to slip, so caution is needed.
Staccato is also crucial throughout, so be mindful of note lengths for each phrase as you practice.
monsterYOASOBI
This song, used as the opening theme for the TV anime BEASTARS, is a YOASOBI track written and composed by Ayase.
The contrast between the high-energy, anime-style chorus and the more restrained first half is striking, isn’t it? In the first half, the way the rhythm is felt gets halved at times, so instead of assuming the tempo stays the same from start to finish, try being mindful of whether the center of the beat feels halved or doubled.
Adjust how you move your body accordingly.
You should be able to apply this way of thinking to other songs as well.
asking for the moonKANA-BOON
This is the sixth single by the four-piece rock band KANA-BOON, an arranged and released version of a track originally included on their self-produced second album, “Wakattenai no wa Boku datta.” The song was used in a Shiseido ANESSA commercial, and its lyrics are striking for portraying the viewpoints of both a man and a woman unfolding in real time.
Because the tempo is fast and requires tight staccato, if you find it hard to keep up with the rhythm, start slowly and gradually work up to the original speed.
There are highlights such as phrases that go into unison with the vocals partway through, making this a rock tune you’ll want to master—even if it takes the entire summer vacation.
Active Three MinutesToukyou Jihen
This is the sixth single by Tokyo Jihen, a five-piece rock band led by singer-songwriter Ringo Sheena and made up of top-notch musicians, actively performing since their 2020 relaunch.
The track was used in a commercial for Ezaki Glico’s “Watering Kissmint.” It embodies the band’s challenge of performing New Jack Swing—a genre typically built on programmed beats—entirely live.
Many phrases enter on the offbeats within a 16-beat feel, and the positions shift back and forth in complex ways, so it’s crucial not only to navigate the difficult lines but also to stay locked to the groove without dragging.
It’s a piece that lets you savor the essence of bass playing: supporting the foundation while standing out with presence.
The End of the WorldTHEE MICHELLE GUN ELEPHANT
The debut single by the four-piece rock band THEE MICHELLE GUN ELEPHANT, who gained popularity with a unique sound based on pub rock and garage rock, infused with elements of blues and rockabilly.
Despite being their major-label debut, this powerful number—featuring gritty, forceful vocals and rapid-fire guitar cutting that amps up the energy—is considered one of their signature songs.
The difficulty level is fairly high, as the intro features a lot of moving phrases and the bass lines often add accented figures.
Smells Like Teen SpiritNirvana
Nirvana, the rock band that helped spark the birth of the “grunge” genre—their signature song is this one.
It’s a track I want not just bassists but whole bands to practice hard together.
I especially want today’s middle and high school students to play it.
The song itself is basically a repetition of three or four phrase patterns, so it’s relatively easy to memorize.
The key is whether you can really lock into the groove!