Western music that gets you pumped. Recommended up-tempo tracks.

OrphansColdplay

Coldplay – Orphans (Official Video)

“Orphans” by the world-renowned rock band Coldplay.

Centered on acoustic guitar, it blends a simple rhythm with ethnic-style percussion to create a great groove.

In the UK rock scene, where many tracks lean toward a gloomy atmosphere, it’s a rare song you can sing and dance along to with everyone.

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C’est La VieProtest The Hero

Protest The Hero – C’est La Vie (Official Video)

A track that showcases the virtuosic skills of the Canadian metal band Protest The Hero.

Like many metal songs, it kicks off at a fast tempo, but partway through it shifts into a moody, sexy section that you could almost mistake for jazz.

And as expected, Rody’s melodic vocal phrasing is absolutely top-notch!

There Was This Girl (Static Version)Riley Green

Riley Green – There Was This Girl (Static Version)

Riley Green’s “There Was This Girl,” which starts with a bright intro.

The song has a gritty feel, but it also comes across as somewhat upbeat and polished.

Riley Green has a lot of songs that make you want to do a simple acoustic rendition, doesn’t he? Don’t you think listening to this when you’re feeling a bit sentimental could give you a little boost?

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One Hand KillingTwelve Foot Ninja

Twelve Foot Ninja – ONE HAND KILLING (Official Video)

A band from Melbourne, Australia, aptly named Twelve Foot Ninja.

This goofy music video made waves in many places when it was released.

But the most interesting part is, without a doubt, how they cram a variety of genres—metal, funk, bossa nova, rock ’n’ roll, jazz—into a single song.

Forever YoungAlan Walker

Alan Walker – Forever Young (Official Lyric Video)

It’s a track packed with thrilling electronic sounds and a longing for youth.

Released by Alan Walker in January 2025, it serves as the lead single from the album “Walkerworld 2.0.” True to the Norwegian producer’s style, the exhilarating EDM track pairs with lyrics wishing for eternal youth, capturing listeners’ hearts.

As a tie-in song, it celebrates a free spirit and a sense of adventure—perfect for a drive.

Highly recommended for anyone who wants to revel in the spirit of youth.

Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F.)Katy Perry

Katy Perry – Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F.) (Official Music Video)

Since this song has been used many times as TV background music and in commercials, I think many people have heard it.

Katy Perry has a background in gospel music from her teens, so her vocals are both delicate and very powerful—truly memorable.

We can’t take our eyes off her future activities!

Mating DriveLenny White

Lenny White – Mating Drive

You can hear Raymond Gomez’s rocking guitar solo.

The bassist is Doug Rauch, who was Stanley Clarke’s mentor.

I first heard this when I was a high school freshman, and it absolutely blew my mind.

It’s an outstanding example of what happens when jazz musicians play rock.