Kuala Lumpur– MEASAT has made an agreement with FOX International Channels (FIC) for the distribution of Nat Geo Music HD via the MEASAT-3a satellite. The channel joins MEASAT’s HD video neighbourhood at 91.5°E for viewers across the Asian region. Nat Geo Music is aimed at viewers who are passionate about music and world cultures. It features seasoned artists and emerging talents in the music scene to provide viewers with sound that is rich in diversity. Nat Geo Music is … [Read more...] about Nat Geo Music joins MEASAT’s HD video neighbourhood
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India’s nexGTv launches English music channel “nexGTv Music”
NexGTv, India's premier mobile TV service, has launched English music channel, nexGTv Music, which features over 300 popular English songs and counting. This new channel, along with over 100 live channels, 100 short movies and 1000 full length movies, will further enhance user experience. G. D. Singh, Director of DigiVive, said: “We are very enthusiastic with this launch and this is for the first time that a mobile TV has launched its own channel. Our constant endeavor is to offer an … [Read more...] about India’s nexGTv launches English music channel “nexGTv Music”
Disney’s Sofia the First crosses platforms
Disney Junior's Sofia the First, a fairytale about a little girl who becomes a princess, is launching a digital EP album from Walt Disney Records on November 13 on iTunes and other digital retailers, and premiering an animated television movie event, Sofia the First: Once Upon A Princess, on November 18 on Disney Channel and on November 22 on Disney Junior in the U.S. A Sofia the First series premieres in early 2013. The franchise recently launched an illustrated storybook from Disney Publishing … [Read more...] about Disney’s Sofia the First crosses platforms
Nickelodeon debuts Spongebob Christmas special
Los Angeles – Nickelodeon’s first full-length stop-motion animated special It’s A SpongeBob Christmas! will premiere on Nickelodeon on December 9 (U.S.) and December 21 (Asia), following its CBS television premiere on November 23. It’s A SpongeBob Christmas! was inspired by the classic Rankin/Bass specials like Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer and Santa Claus is Comin’ to Town; and the popular SpongeBob song released in 2009, “Don’t Be a Jerk (It’s … [Read more...] about Nickelodeon debuts Spongebob Christmas special
CEO of BBC Worldwide to Step Down
John Smith today announced that he has decided to step down after eight years as Chief Executive Officer of BBC Worldwide. Following Smith’s decision, BBC Director-General George Entwistle announced that Tim Davie, the BBC’s Director of Audio & Music, will succeed Smith as CEO of BBC Worldwide from December 1. Under Smith’s leadership, the BBC’s commercial arm has grown into a major global media company, doubling its revenue, growing profits four-fold, almost tripling … [Read more...] about CEO of BBC Worldwide to Step Down
Endemol to broadcast The Rolling Stones’ upcoming tour LIVE
Endemol announced that it has partnered with The Rolling Stones promoters Dainty Group for the legendary rock ‘n’ roll band’s forthcoming 50th anniversary tour. The Rolling Stones has confirmed their long awaited return to the stage with four spectacular arena shows in London and New York. Endemol UK and Endemol Netherlands will co-manage the international digital rights to the tour alongside Dainty Group. This partnership will see the final stop of the tour, staged at … [Read more...] about Endemol to broadcast The Rolling Stones’ upcoming tour LIVE