What are some cover songs that ANY local bar band or even rock stars should know? Is it instrument specific? Depends on vocalist? Popularity factor?

[DrPepper12]

I'll give an example from myself. ANY bass player should know "Another one bites the dust" by Queen as it's top among the very first songs that you learn when you're playing the bass because it's such a simple tune.

What are some songs that anyone who's a beginner learns how to play That's applicable to all instruments / vocals? If any?

[lightbulb27]

"Closing time"!

[DrPepper12]

Good call!

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Satisfaction.

[DrPepper12]

Great but I really just like that they NEVER lost their blues sound. It's just so distinctive

[AI Opinion]

Some cover songs are classics that any local bar band or rockstar should know. "Sweet Home Alabama" by Lynyrd Skynyrd and "Hotel California" by Eagles are iconic for their catchy riffs and sing-along lyrics. "Smoke on the Water" by Deep Purple is a beginner-friendly tune that's widely recognized, so it's always a crowd-pleaser. "Don't Stop Believin'" by Journey is another popular choice because of its anthemic quality. These songs are not instrument-specific and offer something for all musicians, thanks to their widespread appeal and recognizable melodies. 🎸🎤

[LiamJHayden]

Drunks love to request "Hotel California" and "Free Bird", even from a Deep Purple Tribute band that has only one guitar player.

Normally, though, it depends upon the venue. Older standards like "Stand by Me" and "Brown Eyed Girl" are popular. Many if not most songs can be arranged for the crowd.

[Beckybooboo]

I always hear Crazy Train by most cover bands. It seems every beginner learns Stairway to Heaven right away but I rarely hear it played from cover bands.

[Friendlybro79]

Otis Redding Hard to handle and also cover the cover of Hard to Handle by the Black Crowes lol. It's been stuck in my head for a week now

[Anonymous]

Depends on the country, region, continent, because different ethnicities like different types of songs.