Doris Allen was an American soul singer. She and Genie Pace were signed to the independent label Jade Records, started by former

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executive Jim Bright, in 1957. ''

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'' magazine referred to them as "thrushes"."Doris Allen: A Shell of a Woman - The Legendary Playground Sessions"
Classic and Rare Soul Sister (blog), September 2, 2009. Allen went on to receive some acclaim as a singer of soul music with partner Big John Hamilton in the 1960s. Her songs include "A Shell of a Woman", "Kiss Yourself For Me", "Let a Little Love In", "Hanging Heavy In My Mind", "A Place in My Heart", "Them Changes", "Bright Star", "Candy from a Baby", "Treat Me Like a Woman", "Full Time Fool", and "

Night Time Is the Right Time "Night Time Is the Right Time" or "The Right Time" is a rhythm and blues song recorded by American musician Nappy Brown in 1957. It draws on earlier blues songs and has inspired popular versions, including those by Ray Charles, Rufus and Carla, a ...

". Allen was also recorded on Emerald Coast Records"Doris Allen "Full Time Fool" from the Johnny Vincent Room"
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