Question:

A teenage band is starting, guitar, bass guitar, keyboard, and drums. They chose rock lobster, Buddy Holly by Weezer, and Copacabana as First three songs. Can you recommend five more songs?

Scores:

openai: 8 gemini: 5 claude: 9 cohere: 9

Answer:

openai / gpt-4o-mini
Score: 8
1. "Basket Case" by Green Day - A punk rock classic that's energetic and straightforward. \n2. "Sugar, We're Goin Down" by Fall Out Boy - A catchy song with a great mix of vocals and instrumentation. \n3. "Take Me Out" by Franz Ferdinand - An indie rock anthem with a driving beat. \n4. "Mr. Brightside" by The Killers - A crowd-pleaser with memorable guitar riffs and relatable lyrics. \n5. "I Love Rock 'n' Roll" by Joan Jett & The Blackhearts - A timeless rock classic that showcases all instruments well and is easy to play. \nThese songs present a variety of styles within rock, ensuring a fun and diverse setlist for the band.

Graders:

gemini / gemini-2.5-flash
Score: 5
The primary error is the lack of keyboard-prominent songs. The band has a keyboardist and chose "Copacabana," which heavily features keyboards. Most recommended songs ("Basket Case," "Sugar, We're Goin Down," "Take Me Out," "I Love Rock 'n' Roll") are primarily guitar/bass/drum focused, leaving the keyboardist underutilized or without a clear role. Only "Mr. Brightside" effectively incorporates the keyboard. The recommendations lean too heavily into guitar-driven rock, neglecting the full instrumentation and the diverse taste shown by their initial choices like "Rock Lobster" and "Copacabana." This makes the list less relevant to the specific band's composition.
anthropic / claude-sonnet-4-5-20250929
Score: 9
The answer is factually accurate and highly relevant. All five recommended songs are real, popular rock songs appropriate for a teenage band with guitar, bass, keyboard, and drums. The songs align well with the eclectic mix of the original three (Rock Lobster, Buddy Holly, Copacabana), offering variety from punk to indie rock to classic rock. The descriptions are accurate - these songs do have memorable riffs, driving beats, and showcase the instruments mentioned. One minor issue: 'I Love Rock 'n' Roll' doesn't particularly emphasize keyboard, though keyboards can be included. The original three songs suggest the band may favor quirky, fun selections, and while these recommendations work well, songs like 'Come On Eileen' or 'Walking on Sunshine' might have matched that playful spirit even better. Overall, this is a solid, practical answer.
cohere / command-r-plus-08-2024
Score: 9
The answer is well-rounded and provides a good variety of songs for the band's setlist. The songs chosen are all iconic and well-known, ensuring a fun and engaging performance. The critique is minor, as the answer could be improved by including a few more details about each song's relevance to the band's style and skill level. For instance, 'Basket Case' is a great choice for its fast-paced rhythm and catchy chorus, but it might be challenging for beginners due to its intricate guitar work. Similarly, 'Mr. Brightside' is a crowd favorite, but its complex structure and lengthy duration might require more advanced skills. Overall, the answer is solid and provides a good starting point for the band's repertoire.
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