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What happened regarding theNew York Dolls leading up to the dissolution?
Before the New York Dolls dissolved in 1975, the band was initially formed, Billy Murcia passed away, and they obtained a record deal in 1972.
When did the New York Dolls break up for good?
The New York Dolls released their final album in 2011.
Did they release any hits before the break up?

Question: What was the ultimate cause of the dissolution?
Self-contained rewrite: What was the ultimate cause of the dissolution?