Recommended Songs for Beginner Bands at School Culture Festivals

Liaratarayo

Atarayo – Liar (Studio Live Session)

A four-piece band whose name, Atarayo, comes from the word “atasukiyo,” meaning “a night so beautiful you regret the dawn,” and this is one of their songs.

It’s a track included on their first EP, Yoake Mae, and its heartbreaking lyrics and delicate melody, which evoke the end of a romance, really tighten the chest.

Every part uses few notes and the tempo is relaxed, so it should be approachable even for beginner band members.

That said, while the playing itself is simple, there are many rhythms that start on offbeats using syncopation, so be careful not to fall out of sync with the other parts.

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Smoke of LoveChatto Monchī

Chatmonchy “Love’s Smoke” Music Video

Chatmonchy is a classic girls’ band.

Their songs are almost always covered at school festivals and the like.

However, overall, their music isn’t exactly beginner-friendly.

Among their songs, Koi no Kemuri is relatively easy.

It lets beginners pick up essential skills for leveling up, such as octave bass techniques and guitar solos.

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Remioromen – March 9

A gentle love song by Remioromen that wraps together the changing seasons and a feeling of gratitude.

Written as a gift for a friend’s wedding, the song blends down-to-earth lyrics drawn from the real experiences of the three band members with the tight-knit sound only childhood friends from Yamanashi Prefecture could create.

Released in March 2004, it was later featured in an AOKI Holdings commercial and as the ending theme for an information program on the TBS network.

It was also used as an insert song in the drama “1 Litre of Tears,” and a remake version was released in 2007.

Because it can be performed with a limited instrumental setup, it’s perfect for creating memories at a school culture festival.

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muque – Carnival (Official Music Video)

muque’s “Carnival” was born as a commemorative theme song for a local FM station and is a pop-rock number brimming with hope.

Its straightforward 2000s-style sound and the canon progression in the chorus make it highly memorable, and it’s sure to get the crowd going if your band covers it.

The key to the performance is having every member convey the song’s warm, uplifting vibe.

The guitar should deliver the distinctive intro riff cleanly, while the bass locks in with the drums to lay down a steady 8-beat.

Even simple drum fills can tighten the track, so nailing the timing is essential.

If you sing the lyrics with emotive expression like Asakura, it will undoubtedly resonate with listeners!

Melodic Stormsutoreitenaa

Straightener – Melodic Storm

This is the fifth major-label single by the four-piece alternative rock band Straightener, known for their lyrical melodies and up-tempo style.

The lively rock sound, accented by an active bassline and rhythm patterns that use toms, feels great to listen to.

As mentioned, the rhythm section plays a lot of notes, so beginners aiming to replicate it should start by learning the phrases at a slow tempo.

The phrases themselves don’t use difficult techniques, so practicing with your band will steadily bring you closer to nailing the performance.

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Hoshino Takashi

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ArueBUMP OF CHICKEN

BUMP OF CHICKEN "Arue"

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BUMP OF CHICKEN’s “Arue” is included on the album FLAME VEIN and is cherished as a classic from their indie days.

It’s a compelling track with a driving, powerful band sound, famously said to be inspired by Rei Ayanami.

With drums and bass following a straightforward rock rhythm and guitars mainly strumming chords, its clear structure makes it feel perfect as a practice piece.

While there are spots you can push through on momentum, there are also technical nuances in the details, so focus on those as well to raise the overall quality.

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Rock ‘n’ rollkururi

Quruli – Rock 'n' Roll | Live

Kururi is a rock duo whose lyrically arranged songs are supported by many artists, both professional and amateur.

Rock’n’Roll, included on their fifth album Antenna, was used as the opening theme for the railway information program series Minna no Tetsudō.

The guitar riff, while technically simple, is catchy and sticks in your ear, making it fun to play.

Every part is straightforward and the tempo is relaxed, so it’s a number that should be easy for beginner band members to take on.

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Hoshino Takashi

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