Duane Allen
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| Duane Allen | |
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| Born | April 23, 1943 |
| Origin | Taylortown, Texas |
| Genres | Country |
| Occupations | Singer |
| Years active | 1966-present |
| Associated acts | The Oak Ridge Boys |
Duane David Allen (born April 29, 1943 Taylortown, Texas) had formal training in both operatic and quartet singing before becoming a member of The Oak Ridge Boys in 1966. Allen is the lead singer for the quartet and is heard on the majority of their most successful songs. He was inducted in the Texas Gospel Music Hall of Fame.[1]
He is married to Norah Lee Allen. Daughter Jamie is married to musician Paul Martin, and they have several children. Son Dee is also a musician. Duane and Norah live in Hendersonville, TN.
[edit] References
- ^ "Hall of Fame - Duane Allen". Tgmhf.org. http://www.tgmhf.org/hall/hall.php?page=allend. Retrieved 2010-04-29.
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