Recommended Songs for Beginner Bands at School Culture Festivals

Revenge‎My Hair is Bad

My Hair is Bad – Revenge

My Hair is Bad is a three-piece rock band whose talent has been recognized since their high school days, when they supported numerous bands on tour.

“Vengeance,” which opens their major second album, Mothers, creates an addictive contrast between its hard-hitting lyrics and exhilarating rock sound.

Each instrument’s part is simple, but because the tempo is fast, I recommend that beginner band members practice slowly at first and gradually work up to the original speed.

And since the song is under three minutes, it’s easy to memorize and quickly play together as a band—definitely a number you’ll want to add to your repertoire.

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Hoshino Takashi

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Wandervogelkururi

Quruli – Wandervogel | Trailer

Quruli is a rock band with a male vocalist.

Overall, their songs tend to feel laid-back and comfortable.

“Wander Vogel” also has a pleasant four-on-the-floor beat and is a very popular track.

The original features some programmed elements, but it works perfectly well with a simple band setup too.

possibilitySambomasutā

Sambomaster “Possibility”

A three-piece rock band, Sambomaster, whose unpretentious, straightforward lyrics and fiery rock sound captivate a wide range of listeners.

This song was used as the theme for the film “Flying Colors” (Birigyaru) and is included on their major-label 8th album, “Sambomaster to Kimi.” The fast tempo and ear-catching bass line might make it seem difficult for beginner band members, but the phrases themselves are simple and not actually fast, so it’s easy to take on.

It’s a song where momentum and passion matter more than technical finesse, so why not first try playing it together as a band, then bring it closer to the original with your own personal touches?

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Hoshino Takashi

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Wish Upon a Starflumpool

flumpool “Wish Upon a Star” MUSIC VIDEO

A heartwarming medium ballad that begins with the sense of loss from losing someone important and portrays the protagonist’s earnest desire to win them back after realizing how much they meant.

It was flumpool’s first CD single, released in February 2009, and was featured in NTT Communications’ MUSICO commercial.

Debuting at No.

2 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart, it’s a celebrated song that was also performed at that year’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen.

Built on fundamental rhythm patterns that form the basis of band performance, this piece is a perfect fit for school cultural festivals and campus stages.

Strawberry MargaritaELLEGARDEN

ELLEGARDEN – Strawberry Margarita [MUSIC VIDEO]

Since resuming activities in 2018, the four-piece rock band ELLEGARDEN has been going strong with their signature powerful performances.

Their second digital-only single, “Strawberry Margarita,” chosen as the campaign song for Amazon Music’s “Have You Heard Yet?”, features a refreshing rock sound and a cool, English-lyric melody that really pumps you up.

Each part is simple enough to make the song approachable, but the fast tempo requires care to keep the ensemble tight.

With its straightforward, live-ready vibe, it’s a rock tune that will amp up any school festival stage.

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Hoshino Takashi

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fragrant oliveorenji supainikurabu

[As a band] Kinmokusei / Orange Spiny Club [Tried performing it]

A four-piece band, Orange Spiny Club, whose songs feature delicate lyrics and a nostalgic melody, has been gaining attention mainly on social media.

This track, included on their Tower Records–exclusive indie-era album “When I Get Irritated,” has surpassed 100 million streams across music platforms and cemented Orange Spiny Club’s popularity.

The guitar parts mostly use basic techniques like arpeggios and strumming, and the solo is simple, making it approachable for learners.

The drums are an easy, laid-back 8-beat, but the bass line is quite active, so beginner bands should practice together slowly at first.

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Hoshino Takashi

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The Zero Sense10-FEET

10-FEET – The Zero Sense (Ending Theme Song of the Film 'THE FIRST SLAM DUNK')

The song used as the ending theme for the smash-hit 2022 anime film THE FIRST SLAM DUNK is “Dai Zero Kan” by 10-FEET, a three-piece band from Kyoto.

Released as their 22nd single, it climbed the charts alongside the film’s success, reaching No.

1 on the Oricon Digital Singles Chart and Billboard’s download chart.

It’s a rock tune with a cool, heavy low-end.

Play it at a school festival and the crowd is guaranteed to go wild!

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Hamada Takuya

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