Foxtel keeps music in the mix as Paramount+ deals end by launching 34 channels

Australian pay TV operator Foxtel is retaining its commitment to music channels following the lapsing of its long-running music deals with Paramount+ this month.

Hilary Perchard

Under a new range of content agreements with Vevo, Nightlife Music and digital audio company LiSTNR, Foxtel will launch of 34 new music channels across its platforms.

Foxtel, Kayo Sports and Binge chief Hilary Perchard said the new deals and content offerings were about connecting users “across all demographics with the genres and brands they love, while also championing Australian talent. With the most extensive line-up of music on TV and streaming, we are uniting more Aussie companies as Australia’s greatest entertainer.”

Under its new partnership with Nightlife Music, former Foxtel music channels, current hits offering Max and country music destination CMC are returning to the platform with new music video programming.

Additionally, a new channel dedicated to local music, Australian Played, will launch.

The suite of ad-free new channels includes Trending, Kids, Club and Retro. The renewed partnership with Vevo includes new channels Vevo 70s and Vevo Country, which join Vevo Pop, Vevo Rock, Vevo 90s and Vevo 2K. Meanwhile, LiSTNR will make its debut as Foxtel’s new linear audio music partner.

All new content offerings will be available across the Foxtel and Binge platforms from July 1.