You might call him Delta Blues or Country Rock; depending on the song he is singing, but the one consistent thread is definitely "SOUL."
Alex Harvey was born and raised in Delta country, just outside of Memphis, TN. With a multitude of influences such as the Blues his neighbors used to play on their porches, Country his mother loved, Big Band Swing his father favored, splashes of Rock and Roll and Folk and just when you think you've got a pot full of gris gris out comes deep, intimate, soulful songs like "Rueben James" and "Delta Dawn." It's no wonder he is hard to put into one category.
Alex has been successful throughout the years, selling over 80 million recordings; each song recorded by just as diverse performers as his list of influences. Artists such as Sammy Davis, Jr., Henry Mancini, Andy Williams, Eydie Gorme', Peggy Lee and Andre Constelanetz have recorded songs of his which were written for film. Other artists like Bette Midler, Tanya Tucker, Billy Ray Cyrus, Jimmy Buffet and many more have been successful in their own careers utilizing one or several of Alex's songs; Kenny Rogers recorded over 17 of his.
Yet, with such songwriting acclaim, his creativity led him in a variety of other avenues. He has earned a Master's Degree from Murray State University, taught music for two years, which he later exchanged a career in the classroom for the stage. Not long after, he found himself in Los Angeles studying acting with classmates such as Patrick Swayze, Tony Danza, Priscilla Presley and Michelle Pfeiffer and soon began accepting roles in film and television; his first role being opposite friend and mentor, James Garner in "The Long Summer of George Adams."
Even with a substantial career in the film industry, this talented artist could not deny the passion that called him home. With a new Christian Music CD, he continues to work hard to be worthy of the ministry it has spawned. Alex sheds light on his next move by saying, "I need to deliver the message...that really moves me. I'm just gonna pray and watch for God's next opening door." ..
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Thanks so much for your friendship and kindness. It was great meeting you and Tippy...... and hearing you play at Kimbro's was a real joy! Your music and writing is "real life".....it's the best.
Hello from the Wildhorse Saloon in Downtown Nashville, TN! Thank you for the add! Please check out www.WildhorseSaloon.com for upcoming events, food/drink specials and more!
Hello my friend. Give us some more of your GREAT songs! Also, do me a favor when you have time and go to my page and listen to my newest song "The Chain". I would like your opinion.
HAY GUY'S JUST CHECKIN ON YOU! WHERE YA PLAYIN THESE DAY'S? I'M STILL TRYIN TO GET MOONSHINE MAGGIE'S UP AND GOIN AGAIN, VERY CHALLENGING! EVERYTHING HAPPEN'S FOR A REASON! LOVE YALL MAGGIE
Thanks so much for the friendship!! I feel so blessed that I got to see you at the Country Music Hall of Fame...that was amazing!! Thanks for the inspiration!!! Peace and love!!
I was re-introduced to your song 'To make my life beautiful' quite by chance recently, which was a gratifying experience since it's beautiful in its own right. It's good to hear that there plans to remix it and I look forward to hearing the end result. God bless.
Happy B.D. my friend! Blessings and it was great to have dinner with you! Your new songs"New Jerusalem" "The Right NeXt Thing" are great! The one written for your son is so Heart felt! I am blessed to work with you! The new Funky one will be hot! Love and respect you Man of GOD! Blessings to you and yours. CHOLEY "Drink the River of the Water of Life"
Hi Alex ,welcome to my Inspiring Artist Brick Wall. Thank you so very much for your support but most importantly your friendship. It is indeed a great honor to have you as a friend of my Brick Wall. Visting your page and reading about your life in music is and has been such an inspiration for me. Wishing you many wonderful and inspiring days ahead in your continued success in your music career. May God continue to Bless you.
Thanx so much for the add I m waiting to see and listen to you in France again... I saw you the first time, maybe 12 years or 10 years ago at Saloon Cannes midem, and you inspired my musical carrer... Thank you Eddy Sorry for the faults
Thank you so much for the add! I really love your music and your writing. Hopefully someday I will have the benefit of seeing you live. Take Care! -D.L. Davis
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