The Evolution of Rance Allen

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The Evolution of Rance Allen - Whether as a preacher or a singer, Rance Allen has spent more than 60 years spreading the word of God. The Monroe, Michigan, native created a new style of gospel through the Rance Allen Group, which he founded. Now, a look back at his remarkable career.  (Photo: Lamond Goodloe/PictureGroup)
Young Preacher - One of a dozen kids, Allen was touched by God from a very early age. He started preaching in 1953, at age 5, and before he was 10 he had a following across the Midwest.  (photo: STAX Records)
The Rance Allen Group - A natural born leader, Rance formed the Rance Allen Group with his brothers, Tom, Steve and Esau. Almost immediately, the brothers scored a recording contract with Stax Records. (Photo: Earl E. Gibson III/BET)
The Rance Allen Group (1972) - The group released their debut album in 1972 to much critical acclaim. They were named Best Religious Group by the National Association of Television and Radio Announcers.  (Photo: Gospel Truth Records)First Comes Love - Allen married evangelist Ellen Marie Groves in December 1970. The couple share a love of music and God, and have worked side by side in ministries since their marriage. Though they never had any children, they are godparents to several.(Photo: Randi Radcliff/Getty Images for The Stellar Awards)

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Young Preacher - One of a dozen kids, Allen was touched by God from a very early age. He started preaching in 1953, at age 5, and before he was 10, he had a following across the Midwest.  (Photo: STAX Records)

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