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[Rock] Easy Band-Style Vocaloid Songs for Beginners [Simple]
A must-read for anyone considering doing band covers of Vocaloid songs!This feature is meant to help you choose songs for situations like, “We want to perform a Vocaloid track at our school festival live!”We’ve covered everything from staple classics to recent buzzworthy hits.We’ve selected pieces that are relatively easy to play, so they’re great for beginner instrumentalists too.Some tricky phrases may pop up, but in those cases, one approach is to create your own arrangement.Keep the mindset of “It’s not about one person’s power—let’s express the song’s world together as a band,” and give it a try!
[Rock] Easy Band-Style Vocaloid Songs for Beginners [Simple] (1–10)
The Boy of Defeatkemu
If you love Vocaloid rock, you’ve probably dreamed of “playing this song with a band!!” Every track by kemu is seriously cool.
Let’s perform ‘Haiboku no Shounen’ live and get the crowd hyped.
The rhythm is an up-tempo 8-beat typical of rock numbers, so play with full power and intensity.
In the pre-chorus (B section), aim for a laid-back, behind-the-beat feel with a slight hold, then shift into a sense of speed for the chorus.
The rhythm pattern in the instrumental break is a bit tricky, so if the drum fills are hard to nail, try switching to your own arrangement.
To bring out the song’s power, it could also be great to plan a performance approach for the whole band.
Planet LoopNayutan Seijin
Its trademark is a simple yet ear-catching intro phrase.
The guitar lines are easy but catchy—an arrangement beginners will appreciate.
The bass mostly sticks to root notes, but be careful to mute cleanly during the accent hits, or the track will lose its tight feel.
The drums use a basic pattern of four-on-the-floor kick with offbeat hi-hats, but since the tempo is fast, it’s best to start practicing slowly.
The original vocal key is quite high, so if it’s tough, try lowering it by an octave or make other adjustments and give it a go.
If you are going to jumpOmoi
It’s a high-impact, chest-thumping number! Created by the music unit Omoi and released in 2017.
An animated MV was unveiled in 2020, and its high quality became a hot topic.
It’s a message song addressed to a friend on the verge of taking their own life, but rather than conveying despair, it radiates a sense of vitality—an emotional atmosphere.
The original track is a mix that incorporates synth sounds, but you can still reproduce it as a band using just guitar power chords.
The tempo is fast, though, so make sure everyone locks in tightly there.
Donut holehachi
A track Kenshi Yonezu released during his Vocaloid producer days.
None of the parts are particularly difficult on their own, but the quick tempo makes it easy for a band to fall out of sync, so be careful.
A completely beginner band will need some time to finish it, but by the time you can play it together, you’ll definitely have moved beyond the beginner stage.
You can simplify the tough sections with an arrangement, but steadily practicing to improve is also recommended.
Try choosing the approach that fits your band’s vibe and keep working at it.
clear skiesOrangestar
Orangestar’s “Kaisei” gently expands with scenes of summer mornings and slipping through back alleys.
It portrays someone trying to move forward while carrying the pain of parting, and IA’s transparent vocals convey those feelings directly.
The soaring high notes evoke a clear, cloudless sky, while the more conversational phrases conjure up a fresh yet bittersweet moment of youth.
In terms of performance, it’s approachable for beginner bands: the guitar work shines with cutting and power chords, paired with a four-on-the-floor bass line.
The drums also make it easy to lock into the rhythmic core, and the more you synchronize with the breezily unfolding guitar solo, the more you can feel the song’s sense of breadth.
Panda Herohachi
Hachi’s rhythmic rock number “Panda Hero” has exploded in popularity, earned a spot in the hall of fame, and surpassed a million plays.
Since it’s an up-tempo track, if the original BPM feels too fast, try slowing the tempo a bit for practice.
The guitar uses a lot of cutting throughout the song, so aim for a crisp crunch tone.
Using a single-coil pickup guitar like a Stratocaster or Telecaster will make it easier to get a sound close to the original.
The song itself features many repeated phrases, so it should be easy to learn.
Give it a try!
Double LariatAgo aniki
Speaking of Vocaloid songs, Agoaniki’s “Double Lariat” is an essential classic.
It’s full of easy-to-remember phrases, so it’s great for beginner bands too.
If you’re thinking of starting a Vocaloid band, definitely try performing it.
If the bassline feels difficult, try arranging parts into simple root notes.
The key to playing this song coolly is especially at the end of the pre-chorus: build momentum as a whole band and focus on driving into the chorus.
The song ramps up toward the end, which is exactly why you should play it with care! Do that, and you’ll nail a sharp, awesome band performance!