"Shangri-Las Lead Singer Mary Weiss Passes Away at 75"
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Mary Weiss, the lead vocalist of the iconic girl group the Shangri-Las, has passed away at 75. The group's hits like "Leader of the Pack" and "Remember (Walking in the Sand)" left a lasting impact on rock 'n' roll, influencing artists from Blondie to Aerosmith. Weiss, known for her tough yet tender singing style, made a brief comeback in 2007 with a solo album after leaving the music industry for two decades. She is survived by her husband, Ed Ryan.
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