Harry James
Thunder / Magnum
Overview
Harry has been at the forefront of the UK rock scene having played with many high profile acts and bands. He joined Thunder in 1989 when the band first started and by 1990 they had released their critically acclaimed “ Back Street Symphony “ album and were voted Best new act in all Kerrang!, RAW and Metal Hammer. In the last 20 years, the band has toured the world and at the last count have released over 20 albums.
Harry is also a full time band member if the British rock band Magnum who maintain a busy recording and touring schedule. He can also be seen with “Snakecharmer” featuring Micky Moody, Neil Murray and Laurie Wisefield and “Cregan and Co.” with the legendary Jim Cregan from the original Rod Stewart band. Harry is also currently a member of South London’s Bad Influence.
In addition to his extensive Thunder back catalogue and recent Magnum albums, Harry has also contributed to work by Don Airey, Russ Ballard, Graham Bonnet, Paul Young, Shadowman, Bad Influence, Kate Aumonier, Bucket & Co., and Carl Sentence. He has graced the stage with some incredible performers over the past few years; some of which were Harry’s childhood heroes! (Roger Daltrey, Ian Gillan, Lulu, Mick Ralphs, Glenn Hughes, Jon Lord, Steve Harley, Justin Hawkins, Roger Glover and even Ian Paice!!).
In short, Harry enjoys being a very busy man! And is renowned for his distinctive and powerful playing style, love of his audience and the live arena, and his undying love and support of Crystal Palace FC!