Tony Harnell Biography

A critically-acclaimed vocalist, Norwegian Grammy Award Winner, and the only American inductee into the Norwegian popular music Hall of Fame, Tony has sold 5 million albums and has received numerous gold and platinum awards. With multiple top requested MTV videos, sold out concerts worldwide, and a lifelong passion for music, Tony is considered by fans, critics, and peers alike to be one of the greatest rock voices of all time. 

A Southern California native, Tony relocated to NYC at 17, where his musical journey took off at age 21 when he signed his first major record deal with Mercury Records. Since then, he has captured the hearts of millions of fans worldwide—whether fronting the legendary Norwegian-American hard rock group TNT or leading his acclaimed projects like Tony Harnell & The Mercury Train, Starbreaker, Westworld, and Tony Harnell & The Wildflowers (featuring Bumblefoot) and more.

For Tony, the mission has always been about the music—consistently evolving, creating, and pushing his boundaries as a singer, songwriter, and performer. He is currently in the studio writing and recording new material ahead of his highly anticipated 2027 world tour.

Stay tuned for new music and show announcements.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT TONY

“Tony has been innately gifted with a gorgeous tone, pure soulful emotion and a limitless range. Truly a rare and unique voice. No question he is easily one of my favorite vocalists.”- James LaBrie (Dream Theater)

“From his early days in TNT, to his various projects and collaborations along the way, he has proved time and time again that he isn’t afraid to take risks and reinvent himself.” - Myles Kennedy (Alterbridge/Slash)

 “The first time I heard Tony sing was just before the “To Hell With The Devil” tour. I was so impressed with his range and control and then I had the opportunity to meet Tony when we toured together (Stryper/TNT). I’ve always admired him immensely and I put him extremely high on my “best of list.” - Michael Sweet (Stryper)