Larnelle Harris
The only person in history to be a member of the Gospel Music Hall of Fame, the Amateur Radio Hall of Fame and the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame is Larnelle Harris. Admired by fans and peers alike for his majestic tenor voice, Larnelle has become the epitome of talent and integrity in a career that spans over three decades. Larnelle has garnered numerous accolades for his music including five Grammy Awards, eleven Dove Awards (three of which were for Male Vocalist of the Year), and a Stellar Award, among other honors. He has garnered nineteen #1 radio singles and countless top 10 hits. Songs such as "How Excellent Is Thy Name," "I Miss My Time With You," "I've Just Seen Jesus," plus many others, including his signature song, "Amen," are now considered modern classics.
From the White House to the danger zone of the 38th Parallel, Larnelle has impacted audiences across the globe with his music and ministry. He was the first Christian artist to perform inside the Kremlin after the fall of the Soviet Union. He is one of a handful of celebrities to receive the Ad Council's Silver Bell Award for Distinguished Public Service in recognition of his song "Mighty Spirit" as the theme song for the longest-running Public Service Announcement in television history.
Harris continues to tour worldwide, recently singing for a gathering of the United Nations Ambassadors. In addition to his numerous solo dates, Harris also travels with various tours including the Gaither Homecoming tour and the Sandi Patty & Friends tour. Additionally, Harris will join the Ralph Carmichael Legacy Tour in 2013 as well as tour with Patty and renowned pianist Dino. Harris and Steve Green often tour together and Harris, Green and Steve Amerson recently performed a “Three Tenors” concert at Carnegie Hall. Wowing crowds with a voice that still soars with both soulfulness and tenderness, Larnelle continues to receive rave reviews for his performances. CCM Magazine recently described Harris as having a “larger-than-life stage presence with impeccable vocal prowess.”
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From the White House to the danger zone of the 38th Parallel, Larnelle has impacted audiences across the globe with his music and ministry. He was the first Christian artist to perform inside the Kremlin after the fall of the Soviet Union. He is one of a handful of celebrities to receive the Ad Council's Silver Bell Award for Distinguished Public Service in recognition of his song "Mighty Spirit" as the theme song for the longest-running Public Service Announcement in television history.
Harris continues to tour worldwide, recently singing for a gathering of the United Nations Ambassadors. In addition to his numerous solo dates, Harris also travels with various tours including the Gaither Homecoming tour and the Sandi Patty & Friends tour. Additionally, Harris will join the Ralph Carmichael Legacy Tour in 2013 as well as tour with Patty and renowned pianist Dino. Harris and Steve Green often tour together and Harris, Green and Steve Amerson recently performed a “Three Tenors” concert at Carnegie Hall. Wowing crowds with a voice that still soars with both soulfulness and tenderness, Larnelle continues to receive rave reviews for his performances. CCM Magazine recently described Harris as having a “larger-than-life stage presence with impeccable vocal prowess.”
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Reviews & Endorsements
"In one of the truly singular careers of contemporary Christian music, spanning nearly two decades, Harris has accomplished the rare feat of establishing a strong, indelible identity, while also proving adept at changing with the times...he continues to amaze with his latest release...'I Want To Be A Star' is another gem in the crown of one of Christian music's true treasures." -- Billboard Magazine
“…his majestic tenor, resplendent in its power and resonant in its soulfulness, soars with the greatest voices in Christian music history…” --CCM Magazine
"This new album is one of, if not the BEST, from Larnelle...This is one album you can play again and again. But, what would you expect from an artist that is known only by his first name?" -- The Church Music Report
"...with this latest release, [Harris] proves his voice is still as strong and his message as relevant as ever." -- Christian Retailing Magazine
“…his message and passion for ministry have grown in intensity and relevance…it’s no wonder Larnelle’s songs and ministry have stood the test of time.” --Church Libraries magazine
"...[Larnelle] still sounds like his old self...this Star really does shine." -- ChristianMusicToday.com
“…his majestic tenor, resplendent in its power and resonant in its soulfulness, soars with the greatest voices in Christian music history…” --CCM Magazine
"This new album is one of, if not the BEST, from Larnelle...This is one album you can play again and again. But, what would you expect from an artist that is known only by his first name?" -- The Church Music Report
"...with this latest release, [Harris] proves his voice is still as strong and his message as relevant as ever." -- Christian Retailing Magazine
“…his message and passion for ministry have grown in intensity and relevance…it’s no wonder Larnelle’s songs and ministry have stood the test of time.” --Church Libraries magazine
"...[Larnelle] still sounds like his old self...this Star really does shine." -- ChristianMusicToday.com
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