"Shangri-Las Lead Singer Mary Weiss Passes Away at 75"

Mary Weiss, the lead singer of the iconic 1960s girl group the Shangri-Las, known for hits like "Leader of the Pack," has passed away at the age of 75. Weiss, with her tart, youthful voice and long blonde hair, was a central figure in the group's sound and look. The Shangri-Las' impact on the music industry was indelible, pioneering the teen-death epic and influencing punk rock. Weiss remained a reclusive figure and faced challenges as a teenage girl in the music industry.