Package Channel Comparison

DIRECTV: CHOICE™ vs. DIRECTV: SELECT

ABC Family
ABC Family reflects all of today's families. We embrace the families of today and the ties that bind them. We offer fresh and inclusive programming, including series, movies, events, and enhanced ABC encore presentations.
A&E
A&E offers discerning viewers a unique blend of original programming featuring its signature series "BIOGRAPHY®", intriguing mysteries, original movies and engaging documentaries.
Altitude Sports & Entertainment
Altitude Sports & Entertainment features the Nuggets, Avalanche, Mammoth, & minor league, college, & high school sports. Altitude, a regional sports network, also provides the Rocky Mountain region with sports programs including outdoor & lifestyle shows, & entertainment programs.
American Movie Classics (AMC)
The premier 24-hour movie network featuring award-winning original productions about the world of American film. With one of the finest, most comprehensive libraries of classic films and a diverse blend of original series and documentaries, AMC offers in-depth information on timeless and contemporary Hollywood classics.
Animal Planet
Animal Planet evokes the expansive and unexpected range of raw, visceral experiences within the animal kingdom - all leading viewers to relate to animals as characters that inspire and engage, not merely creatures to observe.
Audience Network
The AUDIENCE Network™ is the exclusive home for the smartest, most daring entertainment on television, and it’s still included at no extra charge with any DIRECTV package. Turn to Channel 239 to catch critically-acclaimed original series, concerts by today’s hottest artists and special events you can’t see anywhere else, uncut, commercial-free and in HD—only on DIRECTV.
BabyFirstTV
BabyFirstTV is America's first and only channel dedicated to babies and toddler. Supported by leading child development experts.
BBC America
Enjoy the very best of British television! BBC America will captivate viewers with its diverse mix of internationally acclaimed dramas, cutting-edge comedies, world-class news and compelling documentaries.
Big Ten Network
The Big Ten Network is dedicated to capturing the passion and tradition of the Big Ten Conference and its 11 storied universities; showcasing nearly 400 live sporting events each year including original campus programming.
Black Entertainment Television (BET)
Keeps viewers entertained, educated and excited with hard-hitting news, electrifying music videos, family entertainment and more.
Bloomberg Television
A sophisticated 24-hour business and financial news channel, BLOOMBERG TELEVISION delivers power tools for power players and serious investors via 10 networks in seven languages, reaching over 200 million homes around the world. We build on our world-class resources to present up-to-the-minute coverage of financial news and markets, bringing our journalistic expertise to our programming with the best reporters to deliver the news and the best journalists to add perspective and analysis.
Bravo
Bravo is the network that plugs people into arts, culture and pop culture with original programming, quality movies and a whole different side of celebrities. Bravo gets people talking. Its critically acclaimed and award-winning original programming includes "Inside the Actors Studio," "Celebrity Poker Showdown," "Project Greenlight," "Project Runway", "Blow Out" as well as the 2004 Emmy winner for Outstanding Reality Program, "Queer Eye for the Straight Guy."
BYU TV
See the good in the world with BYUtv. Tune in for family-friendly programming such as values-based reality shows, family movies, popular syndicated series, international dance and musical performances, BYU sports, and other special broadcasts from the LDS Church
Cartoon Network (East)
The world's first and only 24-hour network offering 8,500 animated programs from the Hanna-Barbera libraries, including "Rocky & Bullwinkle," "The Flintstones" and many more.
Cartoon Network (West)
The world's first and only 24-hour network offering 8,500 animated programs from the Hanna-Barbera libraries, including "Rocky & Bullwinkle," "The Flintstones" and many more.
CCTV-9
CCTV-9, CCTV's International channel in English, your window on China and the world.
Christian Television Network (CTN)
CTN features award winning programming reaching families spanning all socio-economic boundaries providing wholesome Christian Programming.
Church Channel
A network from TBN that primarily features church services from a wide variety of denominations including Protestant, Catholic and Jewish faith groups.
CMT
CMT is the #1 country music channel and recognized worldwide authority. CMT brings you original programs, live concert series, exclusive world premiere videos and a diverse playlist.
CNBC
Financial news highlights dominate the day, while nights include features and discussions of contemporary business issues.
CNBC World
A digital network service of CNBC and Dow Jones, CNBC World offers global financial markets in real time, live and worldwide. Combines the resources of CNBC business news from the U.S., Asia and Europe into a 24-hour-a-day, global business news network.
CNN
The fastest, most complete 24-hour coverage of breaking news. CNN offers programs ranging from business to sports to entertainment, as well as topical interviews and "Larry King Live".
Comedy Central
The only 24-hour, all-comedy network. Spotlights popular animated series for adults like "South Park," plus sitcoms, sketches, stand-up, talk shows and movies.
Cooking Channel
Cooking Channel is dedicated to viewers hungry for more about food, with new ideas, expert chefs and original flavor.
CSPAN 1
Unique news and information programming, including 24-hour coverage of important political events from around the nation. C-SPAN offers debate from the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives while C-SPAN2 covers the U.S. Senate.
CSPAN 2
Unique news and information programming, including 24-hour coverage of important political events from around the nation. C-SPAN offers debate from the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives while C-SPAN2 covers the U.S. Senate.
Current TV
Current TV is the first national network created by, for and with an 18-34 year-old audience. Its short-form programs show young adults what's going on in their world, in their voice. With a substantial portion of content provided by the audience, it is also the first network in history whose programming is supplied in part by the very audience who watches it.
Daystar
Free to all customers. The fastest growing Christian network in America. Interdenominational and multicultural, Daystar features the nation's leading ministries. More live remote broadcasts of major Christian events than any other network.
Discovery Channel
Expand your horizons with powerful and insightful news and information documentaries from the worlds of science, nature, medicine and outdoor adventure.
Disney Channel (East)
The only network for kids and families, Disney Channel offers programming for everyone including movies, series and specials every night at 7 p.m./6 p.m. CT.
Disney Channel (West)
The only network for kids and families, Disney Channel offers programming for everyone including movies, series and specials every night at 7 p.m./6 p.m. CT.
Disney XD
What's NEXT on TV?...You're gonna find out. So get off the bench and into the game with Disney XD. LAND that new trick, GET to the next level, NEVER stop on the field. If you're a skater, a gamer or a multifaceted player, Disney XD is for YOU! Disney XD is NEXT on TV
E! Entertainment
E! is the ultimate destination for entertainment fans and adults who crave the latest on celebrities, entertainment & pop culture. From our Red Carpet Coverage to E! News & True Hollywood Story, we're your #1 source for everything entertainment.
Enlace Christian Television
Enlace, also known as Enlace USA, headquartered in Irving, Texas, is the United States version of the Spanish-language cable television network Enlace providing Christian programming to the Hispanic community. The network, which works in a joint partnership with Trinity Broadcasting Network, strives to bring culturally-relevant, faith-based television to Hispanics of all age groups.
ESPN
America's number-one sports network delivers all sports, all the time, plus diverse sports-related news and information. Features "Sunday Night NFL," Major League Baseball and NCAA basketball. (Blackout restrictions apply.)
ESPN2
An exciting, fast-paced mix of sports events, news, information and entertainment, plus pro hockey. (Blackout restrictions apply.)
ESPNEWS
This 24-hour network provides up-to-the-minute details about important games and events. Viewers can catch breaking sports stories every half-hour, plus highlights, analysis, scores of key games, post-game interviews and much more.
ESPNU
ESPNU is a college sports initiative across ESPN's family of services. This network features about 300 live events, mostly D-1 football and men's/women's basketball and college sports championships.
EWTN
Watch live Papal events, Masses, documentaries, dramas and teaching series, plus children's animation from producers throughout Latin America and the world.
Fit TV
The only network delivering quality programming to men, women, and families who are interested in enhancing their well-being through exercise, personal trainers, and motivational advice.
Food Network
Helps viewers master new recipes and cooking techniques, jazz up family meals, learn the latest in healthier cuisine and explore fine restaurants nationwide. Hosts include world-class chefs like the popular Emeril Lagasse, plus restaurateurs, working mothers and celebrities.
Fox News Channel
Fox News Channel provides all the news and information in a fair and balanced format. You'll get live news updates 24 hours a day, plus programming on key issues and events in politics, business, family, health and medicine, sports and entertainment.
Free Speech TV
FSTV offers independent news & analysis of social issues, featuring stories by and about underrepresented communities. This channel requires HD equipment and HD Access. Please call 1-800-531-5000 for more information.
Fuse
Fuse is the next generation music television network with interactive programming that gives viewers the opportunity to program the channel and make their opinions matter.
FX
FX is making television history with a growing roster of award-winning original series The Shield, Nip/Tuck and Rescue Me; an established film library with box-office hits and an impressive roster of acquired hit series.
Galavision
Tune here for the nation's most popular Spanish-language programming! There's something for everyone, including movies, sports, music and kids' shows, plus novelas like "Marimar" and variety shows like "La Tocada."
GEM NET (Global Expansion Media Network)
24–hour non–commercial programming that informs, entertains, and reconnects viewers to their senses and sensibilities. Cultural, spiritual and family–oriented. This channel requires a special dish or equipment. Please call 1-800-531-5000 for more information
GOD TV
GOD TV is a revolutionary new Christian network that features live events, music and key ministries.
Golden Eagle Broadcasting
Oral Roberts University presents Golden Eagle Broadcasting, a Family-Safe® Programming Network. This channel requires HD equipment and HD Access. Please call 1-800-531-5000 for more information.
Gospel Music Channel
The uplifting entertainment network that features music and inspiring stories the whole family will enjoy.
GSN, the network for games
GSN, the network for games, is the only television network exclusively dedicated to the exciting world of games. GSN programming includes reality series, dating and casino games, video gaming, and interactive game play. GSN is jointly owned and operated by Sony Pictures Entertainment and Liberty Media Corporation.
Hallmark Channel
From one of the most trusted brands, Hallmark Channel delivers extraordinary original movies and award-winning entertainment you won't find anywhere else. Hallmark Channel is committed to high-quality entertainment characterized by cinematic excellence and strong stories that are relevant to viewers and their lives.
Hallmark Movie Channel
Hallmark Movie Channel delivers an entertaining, family-friendly movie experience with movies from a television legacy that includes top-rated movies and miniseries that represent the quality viewers expect from Hallmark.
HDNet
HDNet is a general interest television channel in the United States, broadcasting exclusively in high-definition format and available via cable and satellite television. The channel currently shows a wide variety of HD programming, using the 1080i video standard, without focusing on any specific genre.
Headline News
During your busy morning and day, Headline News brings you the day's top stories in a fast-paced 30 minute newscast. In the evening, Headline Prime switches gears to deliver a line-up of destination shows not to be missed -- including Showbiz Tonight, Nancy Grace and Prime News Tonight.
History Channel
History Channel® reveals the power and passion of history as an inviting place where people experience history personally and connect their own lives to the great lives and events of the past.
HITN
The best educational and cultural programming for the whole family - HITN TV, the Spanish-language channel that educates and entertains. This channel requires a special dish or equipment. Please call 1-800-531-5000 for more information.
Home & Garden Television (HGTV)
HGTV celebrates the center of life — the home. From the unexpected to fun, HGTV brings real people, places and life, home.
Home Shopping Network
An interactive home shopping service offering a large selection of brand-name merchandise that consumers can purchase in the comfort of their homes.
Hope
Find peace, power, and purpose for your life. Hope Channel provides inspirational and educational programs for the entire family. This channel requires a special dish or equipment. Please call 1-800-531-5000 for more information.
Independent Film Channel (IFC)
The Independent Film Channel is the premiere commercial-free network featuring award-winning independent films, original series and live events.
Inspiration Network
INSP is a network that features information and entertainment content with patriotic and faith-oriented themes reflecting the diversity of audiences within the tradition of Middle America.
ION Television
ION Television offers timeless, diverse family entertainment with a mix of television series, movies, specials and sports.
ION Television West
ION Television offers timeless, diverse family entertainment with a mix of television series, movies, specials and sports.
Jewelry Television
Shop for incredible deals on jewelry and gemstones. Jewelry Television" specializes in offering a vast selection of jewelry and gemstones, live-24 hours a day, 7 days a week with a commitment to customer satisfaction.
Jewish Life Television
Jewish Life Television is the world's first 24-hour, full-time television network delivering Jewish-themed programming. This channel requires a special dish or equipment. Please call 1-800-531-5000 for more information.
Lifetime
Provides contemporary entertainment and informational programming dedicated to women, like the "Intimate Portrait" series, plus award-winning original movies, exclusive specials and acclaimed dramas.
Lifetime Movie Network
Lifetime Movie Network provides movies dedicated to women, 24 hours a day, including Lifetime original favorites, exclusive theatrical premieres, and made-for-television movies.
LinkTV
Free to all customers. Links Americans with each other and the world! You'll get a global perspective on world events and cultures through independent documentaries, international films, world music and live interactive programs.
MHz WORLDVIEW
Here's where you'll find diverse cultural perspectives for a globally–minded audience. Featuring programs from around the world in more than 20 different languages, connecting local ethnic communities to their home countries and keeping Americans informed about the rest of the world. This channel requires a special dish or equipment. Please call 1-800-531-5000 for more information.
MLB Network
MLB Network is the premier destination for complete, in-depth access to everything baseball. From the ticket window to the bullpen – 7 days a week, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year...baseball will have a totally new perspective.
MSNBC
MSNBC is a groundbreaking joint venture from Microsoft and NBC, comprised of MSNBC TV on cable and MSNBC.com on the Internet. The MSNBC concept means that both television viewers and personal-computer users will benefit from a service that offers truly integrated television and interactive news, quality breaking news coverage and dynamic discussion of topical events.
MTV
MTV: Music Television, the largest global television network, is where young adults turn to find out what's happening and what's next in music and popular culture.
MTV2
MTV2 is a unique, fat-free, all-music mix spanning musical genres. MTV2 lets viewers discover, control and connect to the music they love.
NASA
Delivers real-time coverage of NASA activities and missions. Tune in for educational programming, a look at the early years of NASA, special updates on Space Shuttle missions, Earth views from the Shuttle and more.
National Geographic Channel
The National Geographic Channel always brings adventure, exploration, culture and natural science to life for you, with passionate storytelling, spectacular imagery and expert eyewitness accounts. The National Geographic Channel is the best place for programs with environmental, educational and entertaining twists.
NFL Network
NFL Network is the first 24-hour, seven-day-a-week television network dedicated solely to the NFL. It is a destination for all that happens around the league, on and off the field - during the season and throughout the off-season.
Nickelodeon/Nick at Nite (East)
Nick at Nite features hit comedies that bring pleasure with every viewing. Timeless television on Nick at Nite include The Cosby Show, Roseanne, and The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. All sitcoms all nite long.
Nickelodeon/Nick at Nite (West)
Nick at Nite features hit comedies that bring pleasure with every viewing. Timeless television on Nick at Nite include The Cosby Show, Roseanne, and The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. All sitcoms all nite long.
Nick Jr.
Nick Jr. is the commercial-free, educational preschool network from Nickelodeon. Nick Jr. strives to be a place where preschoolers can engage with characters they love while building their imaginations, gaining key cognitive and social-emotional skills, and learning about the world around them. Through interactivity and rich story-telling informed by preschool educational experts, Nick Jr. helps kids learn early literacy, movement and exercise, basic math, science, music appreciation, art, language acquisition and social skills. Nick Jr.'s schedule features original programming including: Dora the Explorer; Go, Diego, Go!; Ni Hao Kai Lan; The Wonder Pets!; The Backyardigans; Yo Gabba Gabba!; Olivia; Blue's Clues; and Wow! Wow! Wubbzy.
NRB
NRB Network programming is designed to inspire, inform and enlighten its viewers and bring a greater understanding of the historic Christian faith. NRB programs make an important contribution to diversity and enrich the cultural dialogue. The NRB Network mission is to have a significant spiritual, moral, and ethical impact on the culture at large.
ONCE México
ONCE México is a general entertainment channel with programs with strong editorial content on political issues, cultural documentaries, tourism series, talk shows, news and awards winning series for kids. This channel requires a special dish or equipment. Please call 1-800-531-5000 for more information.
Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN)
Oprah Winfrey Network is the first-ever television network devoted to entertaining, empowering and inspiring viewers to live their best life. A multiplatform media venture that will include the award-winning digital platform Oprah.com, OWN will connect viewers and invite them to become a part of a larger community.
Ovation
Ovation: The only network focused on art and personal creativity - showcases programming featuring the best of performance, people, art, music and film. From world renowned artists to everyday people, Ovation entertains, inspires and engages the artist in all of us. Move. Explore. Dream. Create. Ovation: Make Life Creative.
PBS
PBS invites viewers to experience the worlds of science, history, nature and public affairs; hear diverse viewpoints; and take front row seats to world-class drama and performances.
PBS Kids Sprout
PBS KIDS Sprout is the only 24-hour preschool channel that parents and kids can share together - available on TV and online at SproutOnline.com. Sprout features shows kids love and parents trust such as Barney & Friends™, Sesame Street®, Bob the Builder™, Caillou™ and more.
Planet Green
Planet Green, a new brand for a new global priority! Offering entertaining, authentic and informative television for people looking to add substance to their style. Consumers will get a mainstream look at a world going green and get takeaways and tips for small, everyday changes that can have a big impact.
Pursuit Channel
Created for the outdoors by outdoorsmen, with programming that covers fishing, hunting, archery, camping and other outdoor activities. With news, competition coverage and family-friendly programming that offers exciting adventures and fascinating explorations.
QVC
At-home shoppers will enjoy big savings on big names in fashion, fitness, electronics, home furnishings, jewelry, gifts, tools and more. Airs 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
ReelzChannel
Reelz, is the only television network dedicated to everything about movies - 24/7. ReelzChannel goes beyond other sources of information and entertainment by taking movie fans deeper into the world of movies sharing information they won't find anywhere else exclusively on movies and the people who make them.
RFD TV
A 24-hour network with educational and informational programming targeting rural America. RFD TV focuses on rural news, events, and convention coverage, agricultural information and family-oriented programming.
Science Channel
Science Channel is a place for viewers that is inquisitive, imaginative, relevant, witty and fun. We inspire people to always search for answers to questions and then we provide the deep-dive into how things work. Your customers are hungry for the type of knowledge they will find on Science Channel!
Shop
Shop at Home takes TV shopping to a whole new level, offering unique products that appeal to discriminating taste such as coins, watches, sports collectibles, knives, fitness, outdoor products and more
ShopNBC
This entertaining 24-hour TV shopping network offers busy viewers an entertaining mix of products -- from exclusive fine jewelry, fashions, and health and beauty aids to personal computers and consumer electronics.
SOAPnet
The first 24-hour network devoted to soap operas and their fans, SoapNet offers original programming on "SoapCenter," highlighting today's soap stars and same-day telecasts of popular soaps including "General Hospital" and "All My Children."
SONICTAP: 60's Revolution
One of rock's most prolific and creative eras that began when The Beatles appeared on The Ed Sullivan Show in 1964 and ended in the early '70s. Includes Motown, San Francisco psychedelic rock, surf music, the British invasion and pop. A period of musical giants and provocative, timely lyrics.
SONICTAP: 70's Hits
Boogie down to your favorite music from the '70s. This fun channel with high appeal for all retro fans includes disco, pop, rock, the occasional power ballad and even TV theme songs from this popular decade.
SONICTAP: 80's Hits
A totally awesome, memory-pleasing mix of mainstream pop of the '80s. Includes a smart selection of dance, R&B, new wave, rock and party tunes. Totally rad!
SONICTAP: 8-Tracks
Deeper cuts from classic rock along with some of your favorites. A mix of classic rock from the '60s and '70s and unexpected treasures from some of the seminal albums of that time.
SONICTAP: 90's Hits
A musical journey through the 20th century's last decade. This is an engaging mix of R&B, rap, rock and dance from 1990 to 1999. With medium-to-high energy and an occasional slow cut, it's perfect for keeping you moving to the '90s groove.
SONICTAP: Adult Alternative
Welcome to alternative music for adults. Dominated by musical selections on the fringe of mainstream pop and rock, and punctuated by new wave and classic alternative tunes. The best of grown-up alternative, but without grunge, punk or metal.
SONICTAP: Adult Contemporary
Recent pop hits straight from the charts, but no teeny-bopper music here. A broad library with an emphasis on current songs, both contemporary and familiar, with a mid-tempo energy.
SONICTAP: Alternative
Aggressive, innovative and spontaneous, this chart-driven style is a sampling of the best active rock, underground and alternative music available today.
SONICTAP: Beautiful Instrumentals
Piano and string arrangements of recognizable melodies and popular standards. Beautiful, lush sounds that are at once entertaining and soothing.
SONICTAP: Big Band/Swing
A vibrant mix of big band and small group swing from the classic era. Finger-snapping arrangements, robust solos and dreamy ballads for dancing, discovery and nostalgia.
SONICTAP: Bluegrass
The roots of country music, played by traditional and contemporary artists. An engaging mix of rural music including traditional folk songs, hymns and instrumentals.
SONICTAP: Blues
Classic blues from the Mississippi delta to Chicago and beyond. Steamy, earthy, soul-wrenching recordings by the pioneers who made the blues an original American art form, as well as from the artists of today. A masterful and riveting mix of vocals, horns, pianos, guitars and harmonicas.
SONICTAP: Classic Jazz Vocal Blend
The sound of four fingers snappin'. Straight ahead jazz instrumentals and vocalists. Swingin' selections from the '50s and '60s through today. Relaxed but lively.
SONICTAP: Classic R&B
The very definition of American soul music, with an emphasis on the late '50s and '60s. Perfect for lovers of early Motown and the Philadelphia sound. Dominated by sounds that changed the musical landscape and artists who remain influential today.
SONICTAP: Classic Rock
Music that rock fans know and love. Spotlighting the greatest rock artists playing your favorites from the '60s, '70s and '80s.
SONICTAP: Dance
Heart-pounding, high-intensity remixes of today's hottest bass-kickin' club releases. Styles include vocal-house, dance-pop and euro-energy. Consistently kinetic.
SONICTAP: Fiesta Tropical
An endless tropical party fueled with fabulous danceable rhythms from Latin America, including merengue, vallenato, salsa, cumbia and reggaeton. Hit the floor and be prepared not to stop with this super-sizzling collection.
SONICTAP: Gospel Glory
Heart-warming, hand-clapping, soul-stirring gospel music. Traditional and contemporary, starring the best Mass choirs, gospel groups and soloists.
SONICTAP: Great Standards
A showcase of outstanding performances of classic songs, performed by such great standards singers as Nat 'King' Cole, Mel Torme and Sarah Vaughan. You'll enjoy unforgettable classics by the original artists, blended with some newer renditions by today's leading vocalists.
SONICTAP: Hit Country
A bright, up-tempo mix of today's country hits and all-time favorites from the '80s and '90s.
SONICTAP: Honky Tonk Tavern
Step into the Tavern and enjoy classic honky-tonk, western swing, a taste of rockabilly and today's country artists that haven't forgotten the steel guitar and fiddle. It's got twang and shuffle and will take you back to a simpler time.
SONICTAP: Hottest Hits
Just the right mix of current popular hits from the world of adult contemporary, R&B, pop and adult alternative, but without rap. The sound is up-to-date and always exciting!
SONICTAP: Hurbano
Reggaeton is the hottest new Latin music style sweeping America today and is the core of this program. Jamaican-influenced reggae meets the hot rhythms born in Panama and Puerto Rico to make an exciting, constantly evolving sound. It also includes crossover R&B and hip-hop hits that appeal to the Latin audience.
SONICTAP: Hype
Chart-busters that resonate more sub-urban than mallrat. A collection of songs that cuts across a range of socioeconomic and ethnic boundaries to find common ground. Contains explict lyrics.
SONICTAP: Ink'd
Think extreme and get ready for the rush. This fusion of rock-metal-funk and even industrial is aggressive, hard driving and not for the faint of heart.
SONICTAP: Latin Hits
This chart-driven format features the latest tracks from the Latin scene. An all-Spanish selection of up-tempo pop music and light rock.
SONICTAP: Latin Jazz
Jazz with a Latin twist performed by artists from around the world. A jazz sampling flavored with the sounds and rhythms of South and Central America and the Caribbean.
SONICTAP: Light Classical
Familiar works by popular composers and notable gems by lesser-known composers of the baroque and classical periods create a refined instrumental backdrop. Solo artists, small ensembles and orchestras are featured in an expressive but unobtrusive format.
SONICTAP: Love Songs
Passionate music from the '70s to the present. Lyric-driven, celebrating such identifiable themes as new romance, the first kiss and breakups. A tender, soothing mixture of R&B, pop and light jazz. Listen and fall in love.
SONICTAP: Malt Shop Oldies
Think sweater sets, poodle skirts, Alan Freed, Dick Clark and American Bandstand. Early rock 'n' roll was more than a fad; it was an era. Have fun with the favorites from rock 'n' roll's classic generation.
SONICTAP: Mariachi
The country music of Mexico. An impressive collection that takes in a wide range of authentic Mexican styles. Includes huapangos, waltzes, boleros, rancheras, corridos and redovas (similar to polka). Music from various states in Mexico featuring distinctive rhythms and strong vocals.
SONICTAP: Metro Blend
This is an innovative blend of sophisticated classic and contemporary vocals. Metro Blend is the best of two evolving traditions: mature pop and classic jazz. Cosmopolitan music perfect for a cocktail party, for relaxing or even for working at your computer.
SONICTAP: Modern Country
A combination of boot-stompin' melodies and heart-wrenching ballads from country's biggest, most current names. It's the best of country hits, chart-driven and highly recognizable.
SONICTAP: Musica De Las Americas
Today's best cross-cultural sounds from North, South and Central America. An all-star lineup of Latin, Portugese and English language pop hits that's contemporary, spirited and eclectic.
SONICTAP: New Age
A melodic mixture of acoustic and electronic compositions featuring piano, guitar, flutes, harps and synthesizers. Non-obtrusive ethereal styles for a soothing atmospheric experience.
SONICTAP: Rat Pack
The Rat Pack program is the sound of a night on the town, the click of winning dice, the perfect martini, a black tie half undone, a fedora worn at the perfect angle. Frank, Dean, Sammy and a whole cast of male and female crooners from the classic '50s through today, belting out the swingin'est jazz vocals.
SONICTAP: Reality Bites
Lilith Fair and Lollapalooza, flannel shirts and Dr. Martens. The reinvention of alternative music in the '90s that spawned much of the alternative pop culture we still enjoy is alive again.
SONICTAP: Red, Rock and Blues
A bold program of steady rockin', bass thumpin', guitar wailin', harmonica shoutin', good-time music. This is where rock meets country meets the blues.
SONICTAP: Reggae
At its core are the unmistakable rhythms of Jamaica. This style takes in a diverse mix of traditional and contemporary reggae sounds ranging from rock-steady and ska to lovers rock and roots with an occasional hint of dancehall and lighter reggae-flavored pop.
SONICTAP: Retro Disco
Get up and groove with upbeat, energy-driven disco from the '70s and '80s. This super-hot encyclopedia of dance takes you back to the days of New York City's disco palace, Studio 54.
SONICTAP: Rock en Espanol
Critically acclaimed, cutting-edge Spanish-language rock groups. The very latest in urban, alternative, fusion, pop and punk. You'll feel the heavy bass grooves, the hardcore guitar riffs and the slammin' vocals. This high-energy format is one of our most popular.
SONICTAP: Salsa
Latin rhythms infused with elements of R&B, jazz and funk. Sensual, hard-hitting dance music that includes merengue from New York, Puerto Rico and Santo Domingo. Hot and energetic.
SONICTAP: Silky Soul
The silkiest sounds from the smoothest artists. This is adult-oriented R&B hits, album cuts, ballads and classic R&B at its smoothest. A slow to mid-tempo program that highlights some of today's most exciting R&B artists.
SONICTAP: Silver Screen
Bring the hits from the big screen right to your home with this escape to the Silver Screen. Enjoy familiar selections from your favorite movies.
SONICTAP: Singer-Songwriters
As good as the lyrics are on paper, they're even better when they come alive in song. Intellectual and thought-provoking, these are the great songs from the greatest singer-songwriters of yesterday and today.
SONICTAP: Smooth Jazz
The hottest contemporary smooth jazz artists in a program with consistent energy. Featuring melodic and artful guitars, saxophones, pianos, trumpets, drums and more.
SONICTAP: Soft Hits
A comfortable, relaxing mood, produced by a blend of contemporary and easy-listening pop favorites, without heavy power ballads. A consistent, even tempo, with an emphasis on the soft hits of the '70s and the '80s.
SONICTAP: SubTerranean
Below the radar perhaps but high on fresh attitude and sticky hooks. This hip, forward-thinking, high-energy sound draws from a broad range of rock, pop, hip hop, electronic and indie. Listen for an occasional look back to some of the biggest influencers of this style.
SONICTAP: Symphonic
A diverse library of orchestral works from the baroque, classical and romantic periods, plus accessible 21st century compositions. This all-instrumental program spans two centuries, and highlights musical forms such as concerti grossi, concertos, overtures, serenades, symphonies and tone poems.
SONICTAP: The Boombox
The Boombox pays tribute to the early days of rap and hip hop with a mix of the innovators who created the music and fashion phenomenon that continues to evolve today. Put your hands in the air like you just don't care. Contains explicit lyrics.
SONICTAP: The Spirit
Pop and rock favorites with an inspirational or religious message. Christian-inspired, mostly mid-tempo songs in a contemporary format, from the '80s through the present.
SONICTAP: Today's Hits
Today's smash hits right from the charts; it doesn't get more current than this.
SONICTAP: Traditional Country
True country & western tradition with honest lyrics and a touch of steel guitar. Great traditional artists, classic songs and early Country hits continue to make this music enjoyable today.
SONICTAP: Y2k Hits
Pop, rock, R&B, urban, and much more providing a musical tour of the most recent decade.
SONICTAP: Zen
It's like taking a spiritual journey to a local lounge bar. Zen is a relaxing, meditative voyage through Eastern vibes framed by trip-hop, trance and drum and bass.
Speed Channel
Speed Channel is the only 24-hour network that is devoted to the sport of NASCAR. Motorsports enthusiasts can go behind the scenes, follow their favorite drivers and experience more stock car access than ever before. Programming covers the world's most exciting races, from live Formula One and CART events to endurance racing, Superbikes and NASCAR.
Spike
Spike inspires and defines the modern man through programming that appeals to his lifestyle interests. This is the one place men can find all the comedy, movies, sports entertainment and innovative originals they want, from a male point of view.
Syfy Channel
The best of science fiction, science fact, fantasy and horror. Features classic and current popular series, original movies, animation and documentaries.
TBS
Features an outstanding array of family-oriented programming. See exclusive specials, compelling documentaries and movies, plus pro sports. (Blackout restrictions apply.)
TCT Network
A worldwide television network bringing the best in Christian educational, news and entertainment programming to your home daily.
TeenNick
TeenNick is Nickelodeon's 24-hour TV network exclusively for and about teens. The network speaks to teens with an authentic point of view and celebrates what's powerful and unique about the everyday realities of being a teen. TeenNick features award-winning series, original TV shows, and TV favorites including: Degrassi: The Next Generation; What I Like About You; That 70's Show; Zoey 101; iCarly; True Jackson, VP; Unfabulous; One on One; and Saved by the Bell.
The Learning Channel (TLC)
Entertaining and informative family programming including six commercial-free hours of weekday programming for pre-schoolers.
The Word Network
Free to all customers. Multi-denominational urban religious programming with both spiritual and educational content.
TNT
It's big-time entertainment, featuring the greatest movies Hollywood ever made, star-studded original productions, classic kids' shows and action-packed sports. (Blackout restrictions apply.)
Travel Channel
The exciting new Travel Channel invites viewers to explore the people, places and cultures of our world. Programming includes first-class travel documentaries, adventure excursions, international cuisine and travel tips.
Trinity Broadcasting Network (TBN)
Serving many denominations, one of America's most-watched religious networks provides a variety of original programs, including Nashville gospel concerts, health and fitness, talk, children's features and services from some of America's largest churches.
TruTV
Welcome to truTV, the home of the most exciting REAL stories told by the fascinating people who lived them. With a lineup of all REAL, high-stakes originals, truTV is the destination for viewers who want to experience real-life excitement and venture to places they can't normally go.
Turner Classic Movies (TCM)
24-hour service features some of the best movies ever made. The channel culls from vintage RKO, MGM and pre-1950 Warner Bros. films found in Turner Entertainment Co.'s library of over 3,300 titles. Movies are shown without commercials.
TV Guide Network
TV Guide Network is TV about TV. Our editors watch thousands of hours of TV so you can make the most of your viewing time. We're in front, behind and even on the sides of the camera. TV Guide Network is the destination for viewers who want to know what's on, what's new, what's next, and what's best in TV.
TV Land
TV Land's program mix features popular dramas, sitcoms, westerns, Retromercials and a TV-referential interstitial environment, all programmed with a specific audience in mind - the first generation of Americans to grow up watching television and features all-time Classic hits like All in the Family, Good Times, The Andy Griffith Show, and Bonanza.
TV One
TV One is a lifestyle and entertainment network for African-American adults.
Univision
¡Una de las más importantes cadenas hispanas en los EE.UU.! Presenta una variada programación que incluye telenovelas, deportes, noticias y música. Además de programas de discusión como El show de Cristina y de variedades como Sábado Gigante.
UNIVISION WEST
The leading Spanish-language broadcaster in the U.S. with programming that includes novelas, national and local newscasts, variety shows, children's programming; movies, sporting events and public affairs programming. Broadcast from Mexico and Venezuela.
USA Network
One of the most popular TV networks in prime time, USA features syndicated dramas like "MacGyver," "Knight Rider" and "Murder, She Wrote" in addition to comedy programs, variety specials and exclusive sports coverage.
VH1
VH1 takes audiences behind the music and beyond with original series, concerts, live events, music movies and new music videos.
V-ME
The first Spanish national broadcaster associated with the Public TV. V-Me is intelligent entertainment for the Latino families in the US. With the best programming encompassing kids, history, science, technology, news, cinematography, religion, lifestyles and more, V-Me delivers.
Weather Channel
Provides 24-hour reports on regional and national weather conditions, special weather-related features and reports on unusual weather phenomena.
WE: Women's Entertainment
Provides an oasis of entertainment for women 24 hours a day. It is "Time Out TV" that helps women reconnect, refocus and rediscover the issues that are most important to them: family, relationships, romance, well-being and new experiences.
World Harvest Television
A family entertainment, news, and inspirational channel with programs designed to preserve and promote the traditional American value system through entertainment, education, news, and information.