[2026] Recommended for after-parties, performances, and entertainment! Classic hits by Western rock bands

Harder, Better, Faster, StrongerDaft Punk

Daft Punk – Around the World / Harder Better Faster Stronger (Official Live Video 2007)

This is a track by a French house, disco, and electro band.

The vocals are processed, giving it a modern feel where the instruments and voice run in parallel.

It’s perfect as background music for magic tricks, making it ideal for those with strong nerves who can perform solo.

The Last Of The Real OnesFall Out Boy

Fall Out Boy – The Last Of The Real Ones (Official Music Video)

Perfect for driving, it’s a rhythmic track with just the right amount of hardness.

The music video has a few slightly scary scenes, so it might not be suitable to play the visuals in places where there are children.

The piano-like sounds add a sense of speed, making it music that really gets you pumped up.

WalkFoo Fighters

Foo Fighters. Walk.

It’s music that blends various elements like alternative power pop, post-grunge, and hard rock.

The key point is its unobtrusive vibe—it works well as background music, even when you’re doing things like reading magic instructions or messages.

American IdiotGreen Day

Green Day – American Idiot [Official Music Video] [4K Upgrade]

This is an upbeat, high-energy track with a busy vibe.

The bass and drums’ brisk rhythms lift your spirits.

It’s perfect as background music while preparing for an event or performance.

It’s the kind of song that makes you want to set up quickly—the feeling of being urged on is irresistible.

Love Bites (So Do I)Halestorm

Halestorm – Love Bites (So Do I) [Official Video]

It’s music with lots of powerful shouts.

The strong female vocals give it a cool and catchy feel.

As expected, it may not appeal to older people, so it’s the kind of music that works well for events like school festivals.

It’s also good when you want to explore music you haven’t heard much before.

Trip The DarknessLACUNA COIL

LACUNA COIL – Trip The Darkness (OFFICIAL VIDEO)

It’s fresh music that mixes a woman’s vocals into hard, heavy bass.

There’s quite a bit of screaming, so it might not be suitable for older people or anyone who doesn’t like loud sounds.

It’s the kind of music that fits a side show where only young people want to get hyped.

One More LightLinkin Park

Japanese translation of Linkin Park 'One More Light' High-quality lyrics HQ

This is an ideal track for quietly flowing background music, so it’s suitable for moments other than the highlights.

It’s also perfect when you want to present magic or theater with a subdued, poignant mood.

Since the band has many fans worldwide, it might become a talking point.