iHeartMedia Gospel “Inspiration 1390” WGRB Chicago has announced the promotion of weekend host DeAndre Patterson to afternoons.
Patterson, pastor at two Chicago area churches and a Gospel music recording artist, had previously hosted “Stepback Saturday” with “old-school Gospel hits”. He will continue to host that show in addition to his new weekday afternoon stint. He succeeds Marcella Jones, who exited the station in March.
iHeartMedia Chicago’s Inspiration 1390, Music of Power & Praise, announced today that DeAndre Patterson will host the “The DeAndre Patterson Show,” effective immediately. The show will broadcast weekdays from 2 – 6 p.m.
“The DeAndre Patterson Show” will feature gospel entertainment news, live and local information and various show features, including “The Water Break.” Inspiration 1390 listeners will also have the chance to name Patterson’s new show through an exciting on-air contest, to be announced at a later date.
“DeAndre Patterson is the perfect fit to host afternoons on Inspiration 1390,” said Sonya Blakey, Program Director of Inspiration 1390. “He has built a solid reputation as a trusted voice in music and ministry in Chicago.”
“DeAndre Patterson is one the most respected pastors and gospel musicians in Chicago,” said Matt Scarano, President for iHeartMedia Chicago. “I am grateful that he is now a full-time member of our team.”
“I am incredibly excited about being the new afternoon host on Inspiration 1390,” said Patterson. “It’s a blessing to join the weekday lineup.”
Patterson is the pastor at Destiny Worship Center on the West Side of Chicago, while simultaneously serving as pastor of Miracle Revival Cathedral Church in Maywood, IL. He is an accomplished songwriter and recording artist responsible for gospel hits, including “He’s Alive,” “I Made It” and “Give Him Glory.”
Patterson will continue to host “Stepback Saturday” on Inspiration 1390 from 1- 6 p.m. on Saturdays, featuring “Old School Gospel Hits.”
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