Thomas, Mary (1946–)

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Thomas, Mary (1946–)

American singer. Name variations: The Crystals. Born 1946 in Brooklyn, NY.

As an original member of the Crystals, had hit singles "There's No Other (Like My Baby)" (1961), "Uptown" (1962), "Da Doo Ron Ron" (1963) and "Then He Kissed Me" (1964). However, the Crystals #1 hit "He's a Rebel" was recorded by session singers the Blossoms. Crystals albums include He's a Rebel (1963) and The Best of the Crystals (1992).

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