(Pictured below right: Larnelle wows the Gospel Music Hall of Fame attendees as he sings 1 Corinthians Chapter 13 verbatim in a song entitled "The Greatest of These." Felllow Hall of Fame inductees The Statler Brothers watch as CeCe Winans cheers in the background.)

"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

Few names are as synonymous with Inspirational music as 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. Newly-inducted into the prestigious Gospel Music Hall of Fame, 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. Larnelle was one of the first Christian artists to cross racial barriers and build healing bridges with predominantly white churches who had never had a black singer on their platform.   He has garnered nineteen #1 radio singles and countless top 10 hits, including three top 10 national Inspirational singles coming in the past 12 months alone.   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.  

Married to wife Cynthia (a.k.a. Mitzy) for over 35 years, Larnelle has successfully combined the demanding lifestyle of a global music ministry with being a husband and father of two grown children.   Still a sought-after vocalist for special events and ceremonies, Larnelle also continues to perform solo concerts for churches and Christian organizations worldwide each year.   His latest recording entitled I WANT TO BE A STAR has garnered three, top 20 national radio singles, including the hit “Look At Your Hands” which went to the top 3 position. Billboard Magazine dubbed I WANT TO BE A STAR “another gem in the crown of one of Christian music’s true treasures.”   

Wowing crowds with a voice that still soars with both soulfulness and tenderness, Larnelle continues to receive rave reviews for his performances.  Often dubbed the ultimate communicator, one reviewer aptly declared: "Larnelle could sing the phone book and inspire you!"

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Larnelle Harris is one of Christian music's most renowned artists. 
In a career spanning nearly three decades, he has amassed awards and honors from his peers as well as prestigious organizations such as the Ad Council. 
Here are a few of his career highlights:
 

AWARDS AND HONORS

Honorary Doctorate from alma mater Western Kentucky University, December 2008
Gospel Music Hall of Fame inductee, October 2007

DOVE AWARDS 
1996   Inspirational Album of the Year for Unbelievable Love
1993   Inspirational Album of the Year for Generation 2 Generation
1992   Inspirational Album of the Year for Larnelle Live...Psalms, Hymns & Spiritual Songs (with Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir)

1988   Male Vocalist of the Year
1988   Songwriter of the Year
1988   Inspirational Album of the Year for The Father Hath Provided
1986   Male Vocalist of the Year
1986   Inspirational Album of the Year for I’ve Just Seen Jesus
1983   Inspirational Black Album of the Year for Touch Me Lord
1983   Male Vocalist of the Year
1981   Contemporary Black Gospel Album of the Year for Give Me More
            Love In My Heart

 GRAMMY AWARDS

 1989   Best Gospel Performance, Male for Larnelle...Christmas

1988   Best Gospel Performance, Male for The Father Hath Provided

1986   Best Solo Gospel Performance for “How Excellent Is Thy Name”

1986   Best Gospel Performance by Duo or Group for “I’ve Just Seen Jesus” with Sandi Patty

1984   Best Gospel Performance by Duo or Group for “More Than Wonderful” with Sandi Patty

VARIOUS AWARDS AND HONORS

2005   Soul 2 Soul Radio Award

1991   Silver Bell Award for Distinguished Public Service presented by the Ad Council 

1989   Cashbox Magazine Award for Contemporary Gospel Single of the Year  for “I Can Begin Again” 

1988   Stellar Award, Best Solo Performance by Male Contemporary for The Father Hath Provided 

1987   Singing News Fan Award for Favorite Black Artist 

1986   Singing News Fan Award for Favorite Black Artist 

1986   Gospel Music News People’s Choice Award for Favorite Black Artist 

1985   Singing News Fan Award for Favorite Black Artist 

1981   Religion In Media Award

 ACHIEVEMENTS

Larnelle has garnered 19, #1 hit radio singles in his career and countless top 10 radio songs.

In 2004, Larnelle performed for U.S. troops stationed at the 38^th Parallel between North and South Korea.

Larnelle was the guest performer for the Armed Forces Chaplains Conference held in March 2002, and for the Service of Remembrance at the 101^st Airborne Division in Fort Campbell, Kentucky on September 11, 2002. 

Featured performer at the 2000 Vice Presidential debate held at Centre College in Larnelle’s hometown of Danville, Kentucky.

Larnelle’s song, “Mighty Spirit” from his 1989 release I Can Begin Again was featured on the broadcast public service announcement (PSA) for the Points of Light Foundation.  Larnelle performed the song for former President & Mrs. Bush at the White House in 1992.  The PSA became the longest running of its kind in television history.

In 1999, Larnelle was awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Music Degree from Campbellsville University, located in Larnelle’s home state of Kentucky.

Featured on CNN’s live broadcast of the 17th Annual Easter Service held at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, DC.

Performed for National Caring Institute Awards ceremony at Senate Hall in Washington, DC. 

Featured artist as part of the history-making Moscow Project, sponsored by the International Bible Society and Youth For Christ.  The project, which distributed 4 million Russian New Testaments, culminated in the first gospel concert inside the Kremlin following the 1991 attempted coup.

Featured vocalist on the title cut for the movie, Born Again, the life story of Chuck Colson.

National and international television appearances including Live With Regis & Kathie Lee; Music City Tonight with Crook & Chase on TNN; 700 Club; Good Morning South Africa; Billy Graham Crusades; World Vision TV Special; Hour Of Power; Larnelle Christmas Special.

 DISCOGRAPHY

2005     I Want To Be A Star (produced by Kent Hooper for Discovery House Music)

2002     The American Spirit (compilation)

2002     Comfort In The Midst (compilation)

2002     Pass The Love (Produced by David Byerley & Michael Omartian, Crowne Music)

2000     A Story To Tell-Hymns & Praises (Produced by Lari Goss, Diadem Records)

1998     First Love (Produced by Greg Nelson, Brentwood Records)

1995     Unbelievable Love (Produced by Lari Goss, Robert White Johnson, Bill Cuomo)**

1994     Beyond All The Limits (Produced by Robert White Johnson, Bill Cuomo, Joe Hogue, Michael    Powell)**

1992     I Choose Joy (Produced by Joe Hogue and Lari Goss)**

1991     The Best of 10 Years VOLUMES 1 & 2**

1990     Larnelle Live...Psalms Hymns & Spiritual Songs  (Produced by Lari Goss)**

1989     I Can Begin Again (Produced by Greg Nelson)**

1988     Larnelle Christmas (Produced by Greg Nelson)**

1987     The Father Hath Provided (Produced by Greg Nelson)**

1986     From A Servant’s Heart (Produced by Greg Nelson)**

1985     I’ve Just Seen Jesus (Produced by Greg Nelson)**

1982     Touch Me Lord (Produced by Greg Nelson)**

1982     Best Of Larnelle *

1981     Give Me More Love In My Heart (Produced by Howard McCrary and Paul Johnson)*

1978     Free*

1977     Larnelle...More (Produced by Thurlow Spurr and Bob Mackenzie)*

1975     Tell It To Jesus (Produced by Bergen White)* 

** Benson Records        * Word Records