Today we mourn the loss of Mary Weiss, the lead singer of the iconic girl group, the Shangri-Las. Known for their hits like 'Leader of the Pack,' 'Great Big Kiss,' 'Remember (Walking in the Sand),' and 'Heaven Only Knows,' the Shangri-Las were at the forefront of the girl group era in the early 1960s. Mary Weiss, with her distinct voice and captivating stage presence, was the focal point of the group's sound and image.
Mary Weiss's death was confirmed by Miriam Linna of Norton Records, who released Weiss' only solo album in 2007. At 75 years old, no cause of death has been cited. Linna described Weiss as an icon and a hero to generations of young men and women. Together with the Ronettes, the Shangri-Las epitomized the essence of the girl group era. Their impact was profound, despite their heyday spanning a brief period from 1964 to 1965.
