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BLUEHIGHWAYS TV
BEGINS ROLL-OUT ON VERIZON FiOS
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BlueHighways TV
December 1, 2008
Hendersonville, TN - BlueHighways TV (BHTV), the multi-platform
network that explores the people, stories, traditions and music of
America, announced today the start of its launch on Verizon's FiOS
TV. BHTV will now be available to FiOS subscribers on Channel 246 in
New York, NY, Philadelphia, PA, Baltimore, MD, Washington, DC,
Salisbury, MD, Richmond, VA and Norfolk, VA. |
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"Roots music and bluegrass
fans in these major market areas are anxiously awaiting BlueHighways
TV," said Stan Hitchcock, Chairman and CEO. "Through our partnership
with the fans, festivals, and musicians, along with national and
local radio, we are excited to get the word out that BlueHighways TV
will now be available on Verizon FiOS TV in these top US markets,
and are eager to roll out in additional markets in 2009."
BHTV programming features roots music, including bluegrass, blues,
folk western, gospel and traditional country; outdoor adventure and
agriculture, lifestyle, cooking, equestrian and a variety of other
subjects valued by a wide and growing audience. Original programming
available on the network includes:
American Journeys - A sweeping documentary-style look at the land
and people of America, this brilliantly filmed one-hour feature
program unearths America's cultural and scenic treasures and
exquisitely showcases the diversity of our country.
The BHTV Sampler - Just as an American Sampler Quilt is stitched
from beautiful and assorted fabrics, so, too, are the stories on
"The BHTV Sampler." Each show features segments about lifestyle,
traditions, characters and music that when threaded together make
for an entertaining insight into Americana.
Due West - Seeking to reacquaint those who embody the Western spirit
and introduce the West to people who have journeyed there only in
their imaginations, "Due West" is a 30-minute travelogue hosted by
Dan Miller that explores the mystique of this unique region.
Heart To Heart - BlueHighways TV Founder Stan Hitchcock draws upon
his musical heritage in this 30-minute conversation program where he
sits with the stars and legends of country, gospel, western and
bluegrass to talk and play the music that has shaped their lives.
Old Country Church - An inspirational tribute to American roots told
through traditional, country and bluegrass gospel music and stories
from church elders and historians.
Reno's Old Time Music Festival - Bluegrass music is enjoying an
American renaissance, and this 30-minute program celebrates that
rebirth with riveting live acoustic performances featuring Ronnie
Reno and the Reno Tradition and a variety of guest music legends.
Woodsongs - Live from the Kentucky Theater in
Lexington, this 60-minute program features the best in Bluegrass and
Folk music.
About BlueHighways TV TM
BlueHighways TV is a satellite, cable and
broadband delivered television network that grew out of the great
interest that audiences have in exploring and refreshing the
folklore, music, traditions, destinations, festivals and artistry of
America. Conceived and created by Network Creative Group, LLC,
BlueHighways TV captures that welcoming, down-home spirit that
Americans are known for - and are increasingly seeking on television
-- delivered with an interesting, honest and exploratory voice.
BlueHighways also takes its musical offerings on the road under
performing arrangements with major theaters in Branson, MO and
Pigeon Forge, TN. The network has developed a number of innovative
ways to work with satellite distributors and cable operators to
reach and serve their local audiences, and BlueHighways TV is
currently in active negotiations for carriage. For more information,
visit BlueHighways TV's website at www.bluehighwaystv.com.
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