[2026] Practice Songs for Beginner Drummers: Easy and Cool Recommendations
Many people who have just started playing the drums may be wondering which songs they should practice first.
If you don’t know how difficult the song you’re trying to tackle is, it’s hard to make steady progress.
So in this article, we’re introducing songs recommended for beginners who have just taken up the drums—tracks that will help you step up your skills.
We’ve picked a wide range, from the latest hits to timeless classics.
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[2026] Practice Songs for Beginner Drummers: Easy and Cool Recommended Tracks (41–50)
A Cruel Angel’s ThesisTakahashi Yoko
Classic anime songs—well-known tracks that everyone listens to—are definitely worth practicing, and they make you want to give them a try.
This song, released in 1995, is the opening theme for the TV anime Neon Genesis Evangelion.
It may feel difficult, but that’s partly because percussion is layered in; the drum parts themselves are often simple patterns.
From the initial slow section, the drum pattern cues the transition into the faster, more upbeat part, so it’s a good idea to use a metronome and practice that section repeatedly.
[2026] Practice Songs for Beginner Drummers: Easy and Cool Recommended Tracks (51–60)
The Zero Sense10-FEET
10-FEET is a three-piece rock band that has gained popularity for songs blending an aggressive rock sound with musical elements like reggae and hip-hop.
Their 22nd single, “The First Slam Dunk” (Japanese title: “Dai Zerokan”), written as the ending theme for the film THE FIRST SLAM DUNK, features an ensemble that conveys the movie’s intensity and really amps up the energy.
While the drum tempo by itself isn’t all that fast, the unison phrases with other parts and the offbeat hi-hat patterns make it a great practice piece, as it includes many approaches beginner drummers should learn.
Try practicing from a slow tempo to ensure you can produce clean, solid notes.
MusicaBurandē Senki
This is the debut single from Brandy Senki, a three-piece rock band formed in 2022.
The song carries a somewhat alluring, enigmatic vibe, and its unique charm really shines.
The key to performing this track lies in handling triplets.
That’s because triplets are used extensively in the fills that appear midway through the B section and in various other spots.
Mastering triplets is essential for improving your playing, so use this song as a chance to get them under your belt.
You’ll also encounter phrases that strike the cup of the ride cymbal in places.
Until you get used to it, you might struggle to produce the right sound, so take your time experimenting with which part of the cup to hit and which part of the stick to use.
Love and UMEGA SHINNOSUKE
This is a sophisticated-sounding track released in 2024 by singer-songwriter Mega Shinnosuke.
The song is built around a simple beat with no flashy fills, making it a great pick for beginners who want to be able to play through an entire song.
There are two points to watch out for.
First, the song’s basic groove places the kick drum on the off-beats of the eighth notes.
That said, if you practice slowly and understand how the beat is constructed, it shouldn’t be too hard to master.
The second point is actually more important: at this tempo, being able to keep playing steady eighth notes on the hi-hat will likely be the first hurdle for beginners.
It’s a great chance to master the up-down technique, so while practicing this song, work on how you move from your arm to your wrist and down to your fingertips.
PretenderOfisharu Higedan Dism
This signature song by Hige Dandism is a ballad that moves at a relaxed tempo of BPM 92.
Because the tempo is unhurried, a major advantage is that you can play while checking each beat carefully.
Another recommendation, besides the tempo, is that you can get through the song by learning just three types of beats: one for the verse and chorus, one for the first pre-chorus, and one for the second pre-chorus.
Among these, the first pre-chorus beat is relatively difficult, as it weaves in ghost notes and breaks using the hi-hat, making it a bit complex.
For beginners, it’s best to strip away the subtle ghost-note and hi-hat nuances and focus on aligning the bass drum and snare placements.
The other two beats should be manageable with gradual practice, but if they’re still tough, try arranging them to be easier—such as changing sixteenth notes to eighth notes or reducing the number of bass drum hits.
Enoshima EscarASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION
ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION’s “Enoshima Escar” is a pleasant-sounding guitar rock track that conjures up seaside scenery.
It’s included on their 2008 album “Surf Bungaku Kamakura,” and a newly recorded version released in 2023 drew attention.
For those who are still new to drums, it’s a perfect piece to stretch yourself with as a practice song.
Keep the mid-tempo feel in mind, settle in with a solid groove, and give it a try.
To tell you the truth,yangusukinii
Young Skinny is a four-piece rock band formed around singer-songwriter Kayau, who had been active as a solo artist, and they made their major-label debut in 2023.
Their seventh digital single, “Hontō wa ne,” was selected as the ending theme for the information variety show “Osama no Brunch.” Overall, the drum pattern is laid-back, but since the second verse’s A section is complex, if you can’t play it yet, start by using the pattern from the first verse and practice gradually.
Also, a jazzy beat pattern appears in the B section—this is a highlight, so be sure to practice it until you can perform it.