UK collection. Recorded between 1963 and 1967, two dozen of the Nitty Gritty Girl's finest recordings for Congress and Columbia, many written by her mentor Lincoln Chase. Includes Shirley's unforgettable signature hits 'The Nitty Gritty', 'The Name Game', 'The Clapping Song' and 'Soul Time' (all in stereo), many other great singles, and highlights from her In Action and Sugar, Let's Shing-A-Ling: Soul Time With Shirley Ellis albums. Bumper 24-page booklet features in-depth notes by Harry Young and a cornucopia of colorful illustrations, including eight previously unpublished photos courtesy of the Sony Music Archives.