Foxtel Group has launched 34 music channels.
This lineup is powered by partnerships with Nightlife Music, LiSTNR and Vevo.
Foxtel, Kayo Sports and BINGE chief executive Hilary Perchard said music is a big part of Australian entertainment culture.
“This exciting evolution is all about connecting our customers – across all demographics – with the genres and brands they love, while also championing Australian talent,” she said.
“With the most extensive line-up of music on TV and streaming, we are uniting more Aussie companies as Australia’s greatest entertainer.”
Nightlife Music
As part of Foxtel Group’s partnership with Nightlife Music, Max and CMC are returning with video music programming.
Australian Played is also launching as a “100% Aussie” channel, giving emerging and established artists a platform for their music videos to be seen.
The suite of channels, which will be ad-free and locally programmed, include:
- Trending (ch.801): Pop hits and predictions, plus what’s trending in the charts and on TikTok.
- Kids (ch.802): Kids in the morning, tweens in the afternoon and teens in the night—featuring the Wiggles, Disney and clean pop.
- Club (ch.803): The best of dance, club and electronic.
- Retro (ch.804): Hits from the 70s, 80s and 90s.
- CMC (ch.805): Country hits, all day and all night.
- Max (ch.806): Easy listening classics and contemporary hits.
- Australian Played (ch.807): Classics, popular hits and emerging talent.
Nightlife’s head of music and content Matthew Lymbury said relaunching favourites like Max and CMC is a “pinch me moment”.
“Our archive spans generations, from country classics to dancefloor anthems – and we’re excited to bring it to viewers at home,” he said.
“Australian Played puts homegrown talent front and centre – it’s a true celebration of Aussie music, now available in households nationwide.”
Foxtel and BINGE customers can enjoy Nightlife Music’s channels from July 1.
LiSTNR
LiSTNR music will make its Foxtel debut as its new linear audio music partner, featuring a curated line-up of 25 LiSTNR playlists.
Channel highlights include:
- Triple M’s suite of stations: Classic Rock, Country, 70s, 80s, 90s and 2000s.
- The Hit Network's lineup: RnB Fridays Radio, Dance Hits, Blender Beats, Oldskool 80s and 90s Hits and Easy Hits.
- Indie & Alt.
- Chill and acoustic vibes.
- Good Vibes and Roadtrip anthems.
LiSTNR executive head, product and technology, Chris Johnson said he's excited to bring curated music experience to Foxtel audiences.
“This showcases the passion and diverse tastes of Aussie listeners - from Triple M’s iconic rock heritage to the vibrant energy of The Hit Network and the immersive moods of LiSTNR’s playlists,” he said.
“It’s a natural step forward in enhancing the way Australians seamlessly connect with music in their living room.”
LiSTNR audio channels will be coming soon to Foxtel.
Vevo
Vevo 70s (ch. 813) and Vevo Country (ch. 815) will be joining Vevo Pop, Vevo Rock, Vevo 90s and Vevo 2K on the platform.
“By combining the expertise of LiSTNR and Nightlife Music – two leaders in playlist curation – with our platform, we are championing music in the home in a new and exciting way,” said Stephanie Quinn, executive director, content and commercial partnerships, at Foxtel Group.
“We’re looking forward to bringing more innovation to lounge rooms in the future.”
The new Vevo channels will be live from July 1.
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