NEW YORK, NEW YORK (Monday, April 25, 2016) — BET Networks has announced the new programming that’s heading to its network of stations, which includes BET and Centric.
The announcement came at its annual Upfront presentation last week, with a commitment to offer more original programming than ever before. It was announced that Two – time GRAMMY®, Soul Train, Dove and Stellar Award winning recording artist Tye Tribbett has been tapped to host the network’s new Sunday morning inspirational series JOYFUL NOISE.
Tribbett states: “I have not stopped smiling and dancing since I received the news! I am beyond honored to be continuing such a monumental legacy as new host of BET’s Sunday morning inspirational show ‘Joyful Noise’. Dr. Bobby Jones has laid an INCREDIBLE foundation and I’m so ready to continue to BUILD. All I have to say is LET’S GOOOOOO!”
The hour-long show will feature a blend of performances from today’s gospel super stars, rising new artists, powerful personal testimonies, and insightful man-on-the-street interviews. In addition to a variety of musical performances, each show will also feature a power-filled sermonette by one of the nation’s leading pastors. Finally, JOYFUL NOISE will showcase amazing local churches from around the nation, giving viewers the opportunity to get their hometown church featured on the show.
In addition to Tribbett’s new hosting job the radical singer, songwriter, and preacher who’s known for his edgy and energetic live performances is also preparing for his next live recording. The session, titled A Bloody Win, will take place on Friday, May 6, at The Redemption Center in Greenville, South Carolina, beginning at 7:00 pm ET. The recording is free and open to the public.
For more information about Tye Tribbett connect with him on his social media platforms on Instagram: @bowtyetrib, Facebook: Tye Tribbett, Twitter: @TyeTribbett and his website at tyetribbettworldwide.com.
Written by : Bob Marovich
Bob Marovich is a gospel music historian, author, and radio host. Founder of Journal of Gospel Music blog (formally The Black Gospel Blog) and producer of the Gospel Memories Radio Show.