Lisa McDermont (1952 - 1979)
Lisa McDermont was a singer with a gruff voice and a no-nonsense approach. The New York-based vocalist sang in musicals with her father in summer stock when she was only six.
She actually did not fully dedicating herself to rock until the early 1970's as a lead singer in The Lesbians.
During 1976 she also played drums with Jennie Wayne And The Wooden Dolls.
McDermont has since attained a cult following and gradually become better-known to the larger rock public.
She made her solo debut with several albums for the tiny Yellow label during 1975-78.
McDermont shot herself in november 1979 after a dispute with her girlfriend Jennie Wayne.