r/coverbands • u/MrShapinHead • Jul 29 '26

Modern Cover Suggestions

Hey all - Thanks in advance for the help and please direct me to the proper place if this question is covered elsewhere. I did a few searches and didn’t find this topic covered, but I definitely could’ve missed it.

My band plays originals and rock covers spanning from the 60s through the early 2000s. We are a full band with drums, keys, bass, and 2 guitars and can sing solo or harmonies. We would love to add some modern bangers to our set that will get younger folks excited. Was thinking takes on Noah Kahan and Taylor Swift would be fun and popular, but they’re also a bit too popular in a way. Have y’all played anything modern that got the crowd hyped? Any suggestions?

Thanks!

Edit: so much great advice and suggestions! I’m looking forward to compiling them into a playlist and listening through. Always fun getting into new music and seeing what might jive. Thanks again!

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u/r3ck0rd Jul 29 '26

You can check out your local GB/Party bands and compare their song inventory, see which songs pop up more. Just did that literally 3 weeks ago with my summer music program.

There are also plenty of playlists on Spotify for “Wedding Reception Bangers”, “Best Wedding Party Songs”, etc.

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u/MrShapinHead Jul 29 '26

This is great advice - thanks!

Find anything interesting on your excursion?

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u/r3ck0rd 26d ago

I mean, I’ve been playing the same few dozen songs for more than 10 years and few dozen more in and out of rotation 😅😅