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 (31–40)
Amazing GraceVictor Wooten
This is a bass solo performance by the world-renowned bassist Victor Wooten.
The melody and chords played with harmonics—it’s the kind of playing that makes any bassist drool.
It might be tough to copy everything, but it’s definitely worth practicing even just the parts you think you can play.
You can really feel the possibilities of the bass as an instrument.
deep redMy Hair is Bad
In terms of the lyrics’ worldview, isn’t it just perfect for summer vacation? The C melody has a slightly more active bass line, which makes it a bit tricky.
The chorus switches to half-time, so be careful not to let the rhythm wobble.
Make sure everyone lines up the note cutoffs precisely together.
Ultramarine DaysToukyou Jihen
This track bursts with that signature Seiji Kameda flair that every bassist admires.
It’s perfect for studying the vibrato on those crucial notes in bittersweet chord progressions, the groove of an 8-beat feel, and a sense of speed.
There’s also a site where Seiji Kameda himself explains it, so it’s a good idea to practice while referencing that as well.
Mr. PhantomTHE ORAL CIGARETTES
This song uses octave technique throughout.
I think it sounds cooler if you play with clear dynamics and articulation.
There are a lot of octaves, but it’s relatively easy to play, so I recommend it even for those copying Oral for the first time.
jerseySabasusutā
Sabuster is a popular trio that, in an unusually fast turn of events, won an audition to perform at SUMMER SONIC just five months after forming in 2022.
The EP they released afterward created a buzz among quick-eared music fans, and in 2024 they signed with the prestigious label PIZZA OF DEATH MANAGEMENT and even made their major debut.
Their catchy sound, rooted in pop punk and paired with lyrics that neatly capture everyday life, is arranged simply overall, making it approachable even for beginner bassists.
The song Jersey introduced here is one of their signature tracks.
While the bass part is mostly centered on root notes, pay attention to the melody-like phrase in the second verse’s A section that uses glissando.
This song lets you practice not only supporting the foundation as a bassist but also creating a dynamic, undulating effect that’s a lot of fun.
Master one song over summer vacation! Recommended practice songs for leveling up your bass (41–50)
mixed nutsOfisharu Higedan Dism
This is the seventh digital single by the four-piece piano pop band Official HIGE DANDism, written as the opening theme for the TV anime SPY x FAMILY.
The noisy guitar sound and jazzy beat really get you pumped up.
The high-speed running bass that carries over from the opening can easily throw the ensemble off if the rhythm rushes or drags, so it’s crucial to lock in tightly with the drums.
Also, there are many sections where rapid passages suddenly switch to phrases packed with tight hits, so don’t rely on momentum—start by spending your summer break learning the arrangement thoroughly.
gravityLUNA SEA
LUNA SEA is a five-member rock band that had a tremendous influence on countless visual-kei bands and dominated the J-POP scene in the 1990s.
Their 12th single, “gravity,” used as the theme song for the film Another Heaven, features a quintessential LUNA SEA sound with a pleasant sense of float and depth.
The bass line, which mainly follows root notes yet generates a subtle undulation, suggests an approach to the song that goes beyond mere technique.
It’s a number where intermediate bassists can truly feel the challenge, and one that calls for playing with a conscious sense of dynamics.