CHUM Ltd. Renames MTV & MTV2 as "PunchMuch" & "Razer" Music Channels - Sitcoms Online Message Boards

Jenya · 06-08-2005, 08:59 PM

From: Channel Canada

CHUM Television announced the rebrand of their youth lifestyle and pop musicvideo channels as Razer and PunchMuch. Complementing and expanding CHUM’s established roster of critically acclaimed services including MuchMusic and MuchMoreMusic, both Razer and PunchMuch will offer enhanced access to a variety of interactive experiences, and foster the next wave in community for young Canadians on the digital platform.

Poised to become a fan essential, Razer is a youth lifestyle destination with a decidedly irreverent edge. Connecting audiences aged 12-24 with what matters to them in the world of music, television, hit movies, anime, gaming, gear, sports and leisure, Razer represents an all new place for fans to access a 24/7 world of custom-styled programming and interactive options. Now viewers can program, host and contribute to elements on the Toronto-based, national service, and make a schedule of homegrown and international programs their own. Titles including World Famous For Dicking Around, Cops-Cars & Superstars: Bullrun, HighSchool Project USA, Air Master and Extreme 16mm take off June 30th, along with teen classics Dawson's Creek, Buffy The Vampire Slayer and a twice-weekly hit movie night called The RazerFlick. Select program descriptors and complete schedule available at http://www.razer.ca/.

In a Canadian Exclusive, "The RazerFlick" will launch with the television premiere of the Academy Award winning feature film 8 Mile starring Eminem, Kim Basinger, Brittany Murphy and Mekhi Phifer on Thursday, June 30th at 9pm ET.

PunchMuch (http://www.punchmuch.com/), is Canada's first fully automated, all-request music video service, putting music fans everywhere on the button - allowing them to request videos, participate in on-screen SMS chat, polling and more - all via their wireless phones. 'Punch' weekly playlists, available onscreen and online, will offer choices from the best in new and classic music video titles, along with special features including weekly top 10s, artist picks and never-die favourites. PunchMuch will be powered by MyThum Interactive Inc., North America's leader in interactive mobile media. www.mythum.com/.

“Creating exciting new services and delivering choice to our fans is synonymous with the CHUM brand. We've got an outstanding track record for staying connected to our viewers and responding with what they want," said David Kines, Vice President, Music and Youth Specialty Channels, CHUM Television. Razer and PunchMuch are all about an energised community, and the digital landscape is a great new place to make that happen."

Effective June 30th, subscribers nationwide will receive Razer and PunchMuch in channel positions formerly occupied by MTV Canada and MTV2 respectively. New subscribers can contact their TV service provider for full details on receiving Razer and PunchMuch as part of a theme package, or individually.

Courtnee · 06-09-2005, 10:08 AM

whoa

Jenya · 06-09-2005, 01:40 PM

Are you Canadian ,AI? Or do you currently recieve Canadian channels on your cable or Satellite service?

robyrob · 06-09-2005, 09:05 PM

i'm sorry but how many "youth lifestyle" music channels can they possibly need?

TripperFan · 06-09-2005, 09:51 PM

It only brings the total to four. There's at least four in the U.S. between MTV and VH1.

Jenya · 06-09-2005, 10:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by robyrob

i'm sorry but how many "youth lifestyle" music channels can they possibly need?

OOOOOHHHHHHH!!!!!

Maybe a few hundred. Just a guess, in my opinion.

Zebra 3 · 06-23-2005, 08:18 PM

Should've retilted them This Sucks and This Sucks 2.

Courtnee · 06-23-2005, 08:21 PM

MTv is just a channel with a bunch of shows that say how cool MTV is.

Dean Winchester · 06-24-2005, 02:33 AM

lol, I thought this was a joke first.

MTV = PunchMuch = I wanna punch whoever programs this crap much!
MTV2 = Razer = I feel like swallowing a razor when it comes to the crappy rock and hip hop artists they play.

Jenya · 07-04-2005, 02:23 PM

Hey! It was nice to see 8 Mile uncut on the Razer. I hope they have a good line-up for more movies.

06-08-2005, 08:59 PM	#1
Jenya Supervisor Forum 3000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 20, 2003 Location: Canmore, Alberta Posts: 3,359	CHUM Ltd. Renames MTV & MTV2 as "PunchMuch" & "Razer" Music Channels From: Channel Canada CHUM Television announced the rebrand of their youth lifestyle and pop musicvideo channels as Razer and PunchMuch. Complementing and expanding CHUM’s established roster of critically acclaimed services including MuchMusic and MuchMoreMusic, both Razer and PunchMuch will offer enhanced access to a variety of interactive experiences, and foster the next wave in community for young Canadians on the digital platform. Poised to become a fan essential, Razer is a youth lifestyle destination with a decidedly irreverent edge. Connecting audiences aged 12-24 with what matters to them in the world of music, television, hit movies, anime, gaming, gear, sports and leisure, Razer represents an all new place for fans to access a 24/7 world of custom-styled programming and interactive options. Now viewers can program, host and contribute to elements on the Toronto-based, national service, and make a schedule of homegrown and international programs their own. Titles including World Famous For Dicking Around, Cops-Cars & Superstars: Bullrun, HighSchool Project USA, Air Master and Extreme 16mm take off June 30th, along with teen classics Dawson's Creek, Buffy The Vampire Slayer and a twice-weekly hit movie night called The RazerFlick. Select program descriptors and complete schedule available at http://www.razer.ca/. In a Canadian Exclusive, "The RazerFlick" will launch with the television premiere of the Academy Award winning feature film *8 Mile* starring Eminem, Kim Basinger, Brittany Murphy and Mekhi Phifer on Thursday, June 30th at 9pm ET. PunchMuch (http://www.punchmuch.com/), is Canada's first fully automated, all-request music video service, putting music fans everywhere on the button - allowing them to request videos, participate in on-screen SMS chat, polling and more - all via their wireless phones. 'Punch' weekly playlists, available onscreen and online, will offer choices from the best in new and classic music video titles, along with special features including weekly top 10s, artist picks and never-die favourites. PunchMuch will be powered by MyThum Interactive Inc., North America's leader in interactive mobile media. www.mythum.com/. “Creating exciting new services and delivering choice to our fans is synonymous with the CHUM brand. We've got an outstanding track record for staying connected to our viewers and responding with what they want," said David Kines, Vice President, Music and Youth Specialty Channels, CHUM Television. Razer and PunchMuch are all about an energised community, and the digital landscape is a great new place to make that happen." Effective June 30th, subscribers nationwide will receive Razer and PunchMuch in channel positions formerly occupied by MTV Canada and MTV2 respectively. New subscribers can contact their TV service provider for full details on receiving Razer and PunchMuch as part of a theme package, or individually.

06-09-2005, 10:08 AM	#2
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06-09-2005, 01:40 PM	#3
Jenya Supervisor Forum 3000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 20, 2003 Location: Canmore, Alberta Posts: 3,359	Are you Canadian ,AI? Or do you currently recieve Canadian channels on your cable or Satellite service?

06-23-2005, 08:21 PM	#8
Courtnee MAN VS SAMMICH. Forum Star Join Date: Mar 23, 2005 Location: Louisiana Posts: 16,413	MTv is just a channel with a bunch of shows that say how cool MTV is.

06-24-2005, 02:33 AM	#9
Dean Winchester Member Forum Fanatic Join Date: Sep 28, 2003 Location: Louisville KY Posts: 14,803	lol, I thought this was a joke first. MTV = PunchMuch = I wanna punch whoever programs this crap much! MTV2 = Razer = I feel like swallowing a razor when it comes to the crappy rock and hip hop artists they play.

07-04-2005, 02:23 PM	#10
Jenya Supervisor Forum 3000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 20, 2003 Location: Canmore, Alberta Posts: 3,359	Hey! It was nice to see *8 Mile* uncut on the Razer. I hope they have a good line-up for more movies.