“Joining forces with Rejoice Radio Networks is another blessed avenue to be able to meet the needs of gospel music lovers,” says Black who also hosts weekly radio shows on WBLS 107.5 FM and WLIB 1190 AM in The Big Apple.
“This opportunity will allow me to take my love for Jesus and gospel music to a wider audience. It’s time to take the New York City flava gospel style to the masses. I love what I do and look forward to working closely with Rejoice and its affiliates.”
“Liz Black is one of the most talented air personalities in the business,” says Mike Chandler, President of Rejoice Radio Networks/Musical Soulfood. “We are honored to have Liz join our team. She brings a level of excellence that will enhance our offerings to radio stations across the country.”
Rejoice is a network of radio stations that play a mixture of contemporary and traditional gospel songs. It also features specialized programming from Dottie Peoples, Dorinda Clark-Cole, Pastor Jamal Bryant, Soulfunny and comedian Akintunde. Fans of gospel music, can listen to the network globally on www.musicalsoulfood.com or with its mobile app.
Black began her radio career as an announcer on Tri-State Christian radio stations such as WWDJ, WMCA and WFDU in the late 1990s. She moved to New York’s 24-hour gospel station WLIB in 2007 where, in addition to hosting her own show, she frequently sits-in for Bishop Hezekiah Walker’s daily “Afternoon Praise” radio program. In 2010 she joined the legendary R&B radio powerhouse WBLS where she hosts “Sunday Praise.” She still finds time to host “Midday Café” on k107 FM Jamz in Toronto, Canada. Black is also the founder of a monthly Gospel Variety Show/Open Mic program at various locations throughout the NY-NJ-CT Tri-State area.