Broadcaster expands network in the UK...
Jason Gregory

15:55 18th January 2011

MTV is to launch a new dedicated music channel, the broadcaster has announced.


MTV Music will be available on Sky channel 350 from February 1, and will showcase “the best A-List music and talent”.

In addition to music videos, the channel will also host live performances and artist interviews.

MTVN UK & Ireland managing director David Lynn said: "MTV Music is a channel dedicated to highlighting the best music out there across all genres and styles.

“It will provide a gateway into Sky's music genre that will drive even more value into the Sky subscription."

MTV's other channels in the UK include MTV Base, MTV Dance and MTV Rocks.

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