[Western Rock Edition] Recommended Practice Songs for Beginner Bands [2026]

I Don’t Whant To Miss A ThingAerosmith

Aerosmith – I Don’t Want to Miss a Thing (Official HD Video)

Like Bon Jovi, they are one of the most successful bands.

I chose a well-known slow number that also became famous from the movie Armageddon.

They are also known for Walk This Way, which served as the original track for an early rap number.

Sweet Child O’ MineGuns N’ Roses

Guns N’ Roses – Sweet Child O’ Mine (Official Music Video)

This song is cool from the intro alone.

The vocals are high and the guitar solo is difficult, so it’s a bit of a stretch for beginners, but it’s guaranteed to go over great live.

Guns N’ Roses are a band that exemplifies rock not just in their music but in their fashion as well.

Crazy Little Thing Called LoveQueen

Queen – Crazy Little Thing Called Love (Official Video)

Among Queen’s many complex numbers, I chose a relatively easy song.

Since it follows the basic progression in the key of D, I think it’s easy to play.

Even in Queen’s later live performances, this song was a staple that Freddie Mercury performed while playing the guitar.

ParanoidBlack Sabbath

BLACK SABBATH – “Paranoid” (Official Video)

One of Black Sabbath’s signature songs and a classic in rock history.

It’s used all over the place in rock-themed movies.

Since it just repeats four basic chords over and over, it’s perfect when you want to play something with a good groove right away.

Enter SandmanMetallica

Metallica: Enter Sandman (Official Music Video)

They are a quintessential metal band.

Their works have sold over 100 million copies worldwide, yet in their early days—without making music videos during MTV’s heyday and getting little to no radio airplay—they built their fan base the hard way through relentless touring and a long, storied history.

Rock And RollLed Zeppelin

Led Zeppelin – Rock and Roll HQ

This is one of Led Zeppelin’s signature songs, often cited as that of the most successful band in the world.

Each member is a top player on their instrument and highly respected by fellow artists.

There’s so much to learn from the band—from Robert Plant’s high-register vocals and Jimmy Page’s guitar work to John Bonham’s thunderous drumming.

Are You Gonna Go My WayLenny Kravitz

Lenny Kravitz – Are You Gonna Go My Way (Official Music Video)

Guided by an exhilarating guitar riff and bursting with a powerful performance, this 1993 single still captivates rock fans today.

Co-written by American artist Lenny Kravitz and guitarist Craig Ross, the track radiates a unique appeal while channeling influences from Jimi Hendrix and Prince.

It spent six consecutive weeks at No.

1 in Australia and was also used as the opening theme for the PlayStation 2 game Gran Turismo 3: A-spec.

With its simple yet catchy structure, it’s perfect for practicing basic guitar and drum rhythm patterns.

Its thrilling progression and groovy sound make it an ideal piece for fully experiencing the essence of band performance.