After three decades in Christian music, 5-time Grammy and 11-time Dove Award winner Larnelle Harris will be inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame on October 29.
 

Admired by peers and fans alike in a career that spans over three decades, Harris 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.   In addition to his Grammy and Dove Awards, including being named Male Vocalist of the Year three times by the gospel music community, Harris has garnered nineteen #1 national 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 gospel classics.

From the White House to the 38th Parallel, Larnelle has impacted audiences across the globe with his music.   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 musician 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 other organizations worldwide each year.  

His latest recording entitled I WANT TO BE A STAR has already garnered three top 20 national radio singles, including the hit "Look At Your Hands" which landed in the top 3 position.   Harris has appeared on several national tv shows and networks including  Gaither Homecoming Specials, Live With Regis & Kathie Lee; Life Today With James Robison; CNN; Music City Tonight with Crook & Chase on TNN; 700 Club; Good Morning South Africa; Billy Graham Crusades; Hour Of Power; and Larnelle Christmas Special, among others.  As one reviewer aptly stated, “Larnelle could sing the phone book and inspire you!”