What are some good bass lines that are easy to play while singing?

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I have been playing bass for about 7 years but now that i am being needed for a vocalist in my new band (i also sing, get that!) i have found it hard to find good songs with generally simple bass lines that aren't to hard to sing at the same time.

i understand how hard it is to play bass and sing, and i already have learned a few songs that aren't to difficult, like Tom Sawyer by Rush. 

also, this is a metal band (i know rush isn't really "metal" but it is a good song) so are there any heavy songs that are also easy to play while singing?

any and all help is appreciated.  
THANKS
-Tek

Anonymous · Accepted Answer

its just practice i suppose.

your man Entwhistle once said (rough quote) '' when in the studio i would record the bass & vocals seperately, what i later found out hwen performing live was that the 2 were impossible to do together. so i would re-write the bass line to suit the lyrics''

if phil lynott etc could do it what is stopping you? 

Rory Gallagher- Walk On Hot Coals (unbelieveable solo for like 5 mins in this song -skip 2mins in to hear it ROCK)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c5Hsu-A-WYM

always the same guy, never wanted to be starry just wanted to play music, the purest kind of musician he was. And i dont know if this sounds Corny or whatever but its the absolute truth- i never met anybody like him- Never. he taught me humility & dedication & reinforced my belief that this (guitarist) really was a proper job.... i owe him my sound'' - Brian May of QUEEN

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