The DIRECTV CHOICE programming package gives you great entertainment for the entire family. You'll enjoy 140 channels, including 50 extra XM Satellite Radio Music channels, additional sports and music channels and a great selection of Family Programming and more!
Below is the channel lineup for the CHOICE Programming Package:
A&E, Channel 265
A&E offers discerning viewers a unique blend of original programming featuring its signature series "BIOGRAPHY®", intriguing mysteries, original movies and engaging documentaries.
ABC Family, Channel 311
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.
America's Store, Channel 243
America's Store is the only shopping network that brings you department-store brands at outlet-mall prices, plus HSN clearance items. You'll find brand names and designer labels at 30% to 70% off retail value every day! You'll never see the same show twice, so tune in regularly to catch new bargains.
American Movie Classics (AMC), Channel 254
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, Channel 282
Brings viewers face-to-face with unforgettable creatures from around the globe. Features visits to people and their pets, plus lively shows on the world of nature tailored especially for children.
BBC America, Channel 264
The very best of British television comes to America. Enjoy internationally acclaimed dramas, cutting-edge comedies, world-class news and compelling documentaries.
BYU TV, Channel 374
Non-commercial educational material from Brigham Young University's 3 campuses. Programming also includes BYU sports, devotionals, concerts and education week broadcasts from BYU and LDS General Conference.
Black Entertainment Television (BET), Channel 329
Keeps viewers entertained, educated and excited with hard-hitting news, electrifying music videos, family entertainment and more.
Bloomberg Television, Channel 353
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, Channel 273
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."
C-SPAN, Channel 350
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.
C-SPAN2, Channel 351
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.
CNBC, Channel 355
Financial news highlights dominate the day, while nights include features and discussions of contemporary business issues.
CNBC World, Channel 357
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, Channel 202
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".
Cartoon Network, Channel 296
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.
Comedy Central, Channel 249
The only 24-hour, all-comedy network. Spotlights popular animated series for adults like "South Park" and Emmy Award-winner "Dr. Katz: Professional Therapist," plus sitcoms, sketches, stand-up, talk shows and movies.
Country Music Television (CMT), Channel 327
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.
Court TV, Channel 203
The only 24-hour network dedicated to live and taped coverage of courtroom trials. Coverage is supplemented by programs that focus on courts and legal issues from around the world.
Current TV , Channel 366
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.
DIRECTV NEWS MIX, Channel 102
Up to the minute news at your fingertips! Watch breaking news and stay informed of developing stories with a selection of the highest-rated news networks
DIRECTV SPORTS MIX, Channel 104
Get instant access to televised sports! Tune to the Sports Mix Channel to see what teams are currently playing, check out what matches are up next, and preview non-stop sports action in up to six screens at one time!
Daystar, Channel 369
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, Channel 278
Expand your horizons with powerful and insightful news and information documentaries from the worlds of science, nature, medicine and outdoor adventure.
Discovery Kids, Channel 294
Designed for young people ages 7 through 14, Discovery Kids Channel offers hip new adventure programming, entertainment trivia and programs made by kids, for kids. It's a playground for young minds!
Disney Channel (East), Channel 290
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), Channel 291
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.
ESPN, Channel 206
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, Channel 209
An exciting, fast-paced mix of sports events, news, information and entertainment, plus pro hockey. (Blackout restrictions apply.)
ESPNEWS, Channel 207
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.
EWTN, Channel 422
Watch live Papal events, Masses, documentaries, dramas and teaching series, plus children's animation from producers throughout Latin America and the world.
FINE LIVING, Channel 232
FINE LIVING inspires and empowers people to live better through informative and entertaining lifestyle programming.
FX, Channel 248
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.
FitTV, Channel 368
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, Channel 231
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, Channel 360
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.
Fuse, Channel 339
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.
GOD TV, Channel 365
GOD TV is a revolutionary new Christian network that features live events, music and key ministries.
GSN, the network for games, Channel 309
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.
Galavision, Channel 404
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."
GemsTV, Channel 233
GemsTV is a 24/7 shopping channel, specializing in offering colored gemstone jewelry in exclusive handcrafted designs direct from the manufacturer. The channel's unique "reverse auctions" offer shoppers a fun, exciting shopping experience while ensuring quality gemstones at the best price!
HITN-TV*, Channel 438
The best educational and cultural programming for the whole family - HITN TV, the Spanish-language channel that educates and entertains.
Hallmark Channel, Channel 312
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.
Headline News, Channel 204
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.
Home & Garden Television, Channel 229
HGTV celebrates the center of life — the home. From the unexpected to fun, HGTV brings real people, places and life, home.
Home Shopping Network, Channel 240
An interactive home shopping service offering a large selection of brand-name merchandise that consumers can purchase in the comfort of their homes.
ION MEDIA NETWORKS, Channel 255
ION Television offers timeless, diverse family entertainment with a mix of television series, movies, specials and sports.
Independent Film Channel, Channel 550
The Independent Film Channel is the premiere commercial-free network featuring award-winning independent films, original series and live events.
Lifetime, Channel 252
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, Channel 253
Lifetime Movie Network provides movies dedicated to women, 24 hours a day, including Lifetime original favorites, exclusive theatrical premieres, and made-for-television movies.
Link TV , Channel 375
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.
MSNBC, Channel 356
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, Channel 331
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, Channel 333
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 TV, Channel 376
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.
NFL Network, Channel 212
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.
NRB , Channel 378
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.
Nickelodeon/Nick at Nite (East), Channel 299
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), Channel 300
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.
Noggin/The N, Channel 298
Noggin is the 1st commercial-free network for preschoolers dedicated to helping 2-5 year olds learn and grow to meet the challenges of their world. Airing seven days a week from 6am-6pm, Noggin is like preschool, on TV!
The N is nighttime on Noggin, dedicated to helping tweens (9-14) figure out their lives. It is the place where tweens tune in to shows tuned in to them, with exclusive and award-winning shows like A WALK IN YOUR SHOES, DEGRASSI: THE NEXT GENERATION, RADIO FREE ROSCOE, and DARIA. The N can be seen every day from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. ET and online 24/7 at the-n.com. Real. Life. Now
QVC, Channel 317
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.
RFD-TV, Channel 379
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.
ReelzChannel, Channel 225
ReelzChannel is dedicated to everything movies - all the news, interviews, and behind the scenes footage movie fans love.
SCI FI Channel, Channel 244
The best of science fiction, science fact, fantasy and horror. Features classic and current popular series, original movies, animation and documentaries.
SOAPnet, Channel 262
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."
ShopNBC, Channel 370
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.
Spike , Channel 325
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.
SportSouth, Channel 631
SportSouth is a regional sports network catering to the Southern sports fan by delivering quality coverage of their favorite local teams. SportSouth takes viewers closer to local sports personalities by providing behind-the-scenes access and engaging stories from around the region. In addition to original sports programming, SportSouth also delivers live events and games.
TBS, Channel 247
Features an outstanding array of family-oriented programming. See exclusive specials, compelling documentaries and movies, plus pro sports. (Blackout restrictions apply.)
TCT Network , Channel 377
A worldwide television network bringing the best in Christian educational, news and entertainment programming to your home daily.
TNT, Channel 245
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.)
TV Guide Channel, Channel 237
TV Guide Channel 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 Channel 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, Channel 301
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, Channel 241
TV One is the premier television destination and brand for African-American adults, offering a broad range of entertainment oriented original programming, classic series, movies, fashion and music that focuses on African-American themes, issues and politics.
The 101™, Channel 101
The premiere destination for new exclusive programming only on DIRECTV!
The Church Channel, Channel 371
A network from TBN that primarily features church services from a wide variety of denominations including Protestant, Catholic and Jewish faith groups.
The History Channel, Channel 269
The 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.
The Learning Channel (TLC), Channel 280
Entertaining and informative family programming including six commercial-free hours of weekday programming for pre-schoolers.
The Weather Channel, Channel 362
Provides 24-hour reports on regional and national weather conditions, special weather-related features and reports on unusual weather phenomena.
The Word, Channel 373
Free to all customers. Multi-denominational urban religious programming with both spiritual and educational content.
Toon Disney, Channel 292
The magic of Disney animation comes to television. Toon Disney is the home for Disney characters and the heritage of Disney animation all day, every day.
Travel Channel, Channel 277
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), Channel 372
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.
Turner Classic Movies (TCM), Channel 256
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.
USA Network, Channel 242
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.
Univision , Channel 402
One of the top Spanish-language broadcast networks in the U.S.! It features a variety of programming including telenovelas, sports, news and music, plus talk shows like "Cristina" and variety shows like "Sabado Gigante."
VH1, Channel 335
VH1 takes audiences behind the music and beyond with original series, concerts, live events, music movies and new music videos.
WE: Women's Entertainment, Channel 260
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, Channel 321
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.
XM: America, Channel 808
America focuses on the history and the tradition of country music plus a blatant dose of patriotism and a sense of pride in what America stands for. America plays some newer music as well from traditional country stars and mixes in a lot of the history and stories behind the songs.
Artists — Alabama, Merle Haggard, Willie Nelson, Loretta Lynn, Johnny Cash, Barbara Mandrell
XM: Audio Visions, Channel 856
Audio Visions is a place of peace in a sometimes too-crazy world. It's a visit to a beautiful world where you are surrounded by nature, inspired by poetry, filled with joy, and soothed by dreamy, flowing, electronic, and acoustic music and voices.
Artists — Enya, Brian Eno, Tangerine Dream, Kevin Braheny, Mark Isham, Suzzane Ciani
XM: BPM, Channel 859
BPM plays pure, mainstream dance music...the biggest remixes and club hits from all over America, plus some pop and Top 40 crossovers. This is the music you hear in stadiums and arenas and at the hottest clubs coast to coast.
Artists — Paul Van Dyk, Kristine W, Ian Van Dahl, Madonna, Daft Punk, Amber
XM: Beyond Jazz, Channel 852
This is the world's only authentic modern jazz radio station. Beyond Jazz plays the greats of the jazz fusion era, the stars of modern electric and acoustic jazz, the new jazz singers, the jazzy jambands, acid jazz, techno-jazz and whatever jazz has to offer in the future.
Artists — Pat Metheny, John Scofield, Herbie Hancock, Charlie Hunter, Weather Report, Joshua Redman
XM: Bluegrass Junction, Channel 812
Bluegrass Junction is the home of Steam Powered Radio, bringing you the earliest bluegrass recordings mixed in with the latest efforts from the next generation with deep respect for those who brought us to the dance.
Artists — Bill Monroe, Flatt & Scruggs, New Grass Revival, Seldom Scene, Ricky Skaggs, Alison Krauss & Union Station
XM: Bluesville, Channel 854
Bluesville is like a beginning course in art history. We play music of the forefathers and mothers from the 20s and 30s and we play the most contemporary blues acts of today, without forgetting all the great artists in between.
Artists — BB King, Buddy Guy, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Etta James, Muddy Waters, Robert Cray
XM: Chrome, Channel 861
Break out the bell bottoms and get ready for Chrome...nothing but the biggest disco hits from the late 70s plus some classic dance, funk and freestyle from the 80s. It's like walking right in to Studio 54!
Artists — The Bee Gees, Donna Summer, KC & the Sunshine Band, Kool & the Gang, Diana Ross, the Village People
XM: Cinemagic, Channel 822
Cinemagic invites listeners to escape into the audio presentations of movies. Relive your favorite movies by listening to the music and some of the most memorable scenes from those films.
Soundtracks — Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, Batman, Raiders of the Lost Ark, King Kong, Titanic
XM: Deep Tracks, Channel 840
Forget everything you knew about classic rock. Deep Tracks goes deeper &madsh; playing the nuggets rarely heard on FM radio...the landmark songs, the lost gems and classic concerts from the 60s through the 70s. Plus, exclusive weekly shows with Bob Dylan, Tom Petty and the Grateful Dead.
Artists — The Beatles, The Doors, Jethro Tull, The Grateful Dead, Yes, Jimi Hendrix
XM: Escape, Channel 820
Escape plays instrumental arrangements of the great popular melodies from the past 60 years, along with an occasional vocal recording of a melody with a message.
Artists — Andy Williams, The Carpenters, Chet Atkins, Ray Conniff, Percy Faith, Neil Diamond
XM: Ethel, Channel 834
Ethel is where new alternative rock lives...the biggest hits from the newest modern rock superstars mixed with 90s flashbacks.
Artists — Foo Fighters, Coldplay, Weezer, Audioslave, My Chemical Romance, Blink 182
XM: Flight 26, Channel 818
Flight 26 plays a great mix of modern hits from the 90s and now. All the new music you love without the rap or teen music mixed with the best modern pop hits from the past fifteen years.
Artists — Dave Matthews Band, Gwen Stefani, Goo Goo Dolls, Matchbox Twenty, Sheryl Crow, James Blunt
XM: High Standards, Channel 853
The Great American Songbook, High Standards celebrates the incomparable American song style under the leadership of radio personality Jonathan Schwartz from our New York studios at Jazz at Lincoln Center. High Standards provides an unmatched showcase for the music and lyrics that have earned these songs a special place in the world of music.
Artists — Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Tony Bennett, Nat King Cole, Rosemary Clooney, Bing Crosby
XM: Highway 16, Channel 814
Highway 16 is your home for Today's Top Country Hits featuring the latest from country music's biggest stars and hot new artists. You'll also hear in-depth, exclusive interviews with all of today's hit makers, including XM World Premieres of new album releases and intimate introductions to hot country newcomers!
Artists — Keith Urban, Martina McBride, Kenny Chesney, Rascal Flatts, Gretchen Wilson, Tim McGraw
XM: Lucy, Channel 838
Lucy plays the biggest songs in the history of alternative music...over 25 years of songs that shaped a generation. You'll hear the biggest modern rock hits of today mixed with classics from the 80s and 90s.
Artists — Pearl Jam, Nirvana, R.E.M., Red Hot Chili Peppers, Smashing Pumpkins, Depeche Mode
XM: RAW - XL, Channel 846
Raw is real hip-hop, mixtape-style radio in its purest...nothing but uncut, uncensored hip-hop and lots of fresh music, plus exclusive weekly shows hosted by Ludacris, Paul Wall, Chamillionaire and Trick Daddy. If it's hot on the streets, it's on Raw.
Artists — Jay-Z, Busta Rhymes, Dem Franchize Boyz, Young Jeezy, Lil' Kim, Three 6 Mafia
XL — May include frequent explicit language. The DIRECTV System has a feature which allows restricted access to channels.
XM: Real Jazz, Channel 850
Real Jazz plays swingin' straight-ahead jazz...everything from classic jazz, traditional New Orleans-style jazz, the women of jazz and live concerts from the Blue Note and Jazz at Lincoln Center. This is swingin' jazz true to its core and rooted in the deepest recesses of hard-core blues.
Artists — Miles Davis, Duke Ellington, John Coltrane, Wynton Marsalis, Dave Brubeck, Billie Holiday
XM: Special X, Channel 848
Special X is traditional radio's worst nightmare...a collection of the most bizarre and often worst music ever recorded. So pathetic...it's brilliant. A clearly deranged channel, Special X will take any sane mind to new depths of artistic insanity.
Artists — Ernie Kovacs, Andy Griffith, William Shatner, Spike Jones, Yazoo City High School Choir
XM: Spirit, Channel 827
Glory is what gospel is all about...the glory of its inspirational message and the sheer glorious sound of the music. Let your heart soar with your favorite gospel recordings of all time on Spirit.
Artists — Yolanda Adams, Kirk Franklin, Fred Hammond, Colorado Mass Choir, Angela Spivey
XM: Squizz - XL, Channel 835
Squizz is new rock for the extreme generation...hard alternative in the post-grunge era fusing metal-rap-funk-world with aggressive, heavy guitars. You'll hear the pioneers of new rock right through today's emerging artists.
Artists — Nine Inch Nails, Korn, System of a Down, Staind, Mudvayne, Rage Against the Machine
XL — May include frequent explicit language. The DIRECTV System has a feature which allows restricted access to channels.
XM: Suite 62, Channel 843
The big stars of R&B live in the Suite. Suite 62 plays the latest R&B hits mixed with classic R&B ballads, slow jams and the smooth, polished sounds from the 80s and 90s.
Artists — Luther Vandross, Eric Benet, Babyface, Alicia Keys, Brian McKnight, Anita Baker
XM: The 40s, Channel 801
Take a ride on the Savoy Express for the biggest hit songs from the 40s including the big band recordings of the Swing Era and the greatest standards to come out during the first half of the 20th century. Plus, listen for coverage of the news and big events of this historical era.
Artists — Glenn Miller, Duke Ellington, Benny Goodman, Dinah Shore, Bing Crosby, Dorsey Brothers
XM: The 50s, Channel 802
Relive the roots of rock and roll's earliest days or follow the hit parade and the pre-rock sounds of Doo Wop, Rock-a-Billy, early R&B and the Swinging Sounds of the Las Vegas "Rat Pack" era. The 50s captures all the great American music.
Artists — Elvis Presley, Bill Haley & His Comets, the Coasters, Buddy Holly, Chuck Berry, Bobby Darin
XM: The 60s, Channel 803
The times they were a changin' and it caused a revolution in music. The 60s re-creates the decade. It's 60s pop culture re-visited, including the surfin' tunes, R&B and "girl groups," the British invasion, the Woodstock era and Wolfman Jack every night!
Artists — the Beatles, the Rolling Stones, the Supremes, Simon and Garfunkel, Bob Dylan, Stevie Wonder
XM: The 70s, Channel 804
The 70s takes you back to the days of Watergate, bell bottoms and pet rocks. Your favorite AM radio stations were moving to FM and the music was wider than ever. The 70s captures it all from singer songwriters and great classic rock to the best R&B, soul and disco, plus Casey Kasem's original American Top 40 countdowns every weekend.
Artists — Elton John, Donna Summer, the Eagles, Chicago, the Bee Gees, Fleetwood Mac
XM: The 80s, Channel 805
The "Totally awesome" 80s 8 is like listening to one of the great Top 40 radio stations of the time, complete with great air personalities and those jingles you grew to love. The 80s covers it all...rock, rhythm and pop complete with the hair bands and everything that launched the MTV music generation and Casey Kasem's 80's countdowns every weekend.
Artists — Michael Jackson, Madonna, Duran Duran, Whitney Houston, George Michael, Prince
XM: The 90s, Channel 806
The 90s covers all the "Gen X" hits. The channel is as diverse as the decade was and plays everything from grunge rock to boy bands plus everything in between.
Artists — Mariah Carey, Green Day, Janet Jackson, Dave Matthews Band, Hootie & the Blowfish, Backstreet Boys
XM: The Blend, Channel 821
A great blend of music from the 70s through today...nothing too sleepy and never any rap or hard rock, The Blend plays the biggest superstars of pop music from the past 30 years...it's the musical soundtrack of your life.
Artists — Rod Stewart, Billy Joel, Whitney Houston, John Mellencamp, Hall and Oates, Madonna
XM: The City, Channel 847
The City is the nation's premiere R&B channel that funnels the urban vibe into one City. You'll hear fresh, new hip-hop and R&B including mix shows, new music features and exclusive interviews with the artists who make the music.
Artists — Kanye West, Mary J. Blige, Yung Joc, Keishia Cole, John Legend, Ciara
XM: The Heart, Channel 819
The Heart plays the biggest love songs and lite rock favorites from the 60s through today. This is the perfect place to relax, unwind and lose the stress.
Artists — Elton John, Gloria Estefan, James Taylor, Phil Collins, Rod Stewart, Chicago
XM: The Joint, Channel 863
The Joint is where the past, present, and future of reggae music resides. You'll hear roots reggae, ska, rock steady, dancehall, dub on your daily trip to Jamaica.
Artists — Bob Marley, Peter Tosh, Dennis Brown, Burning Spear, Gregory Isaacs, Damian Marley
XM: The Loft, Channel 836
The Loft is an intelligent, eclectic mix of tunes by singer-songwriters who can craft a good lyric then put it across. It's a broad range of styles and subjects, but nothing so loud or so fast that it gets between you and the words. Just song after well-crafted song, including many you can't hear anywhere else.
Artists — Jackson Browne, Joni Mitchell, Neil Young, Van Morrison, Norah Jones, Ryan Adams
XM: The Message, Channel 826
It's music with a positive message. The Message plays a bright mix of Christian pop hits from the 80s through today...refreshing, sonically rich and family-friendly.
Artists — Mercy Me, Amy Grant, Steven Curtis Chapman, Michael W. Smith, Natalie Grant, Jeremy Camp
XM: The Move, Channel 858
The Move is on the pulse of what's happening in clubland today. It's a collection of active DJs and producers who travel the world and play dance music in every corner of the globe. You'll hear house, progressive, drum and bass, and downtempo/chill every Sunday.
Artists — Louie Vega, D: Fuse, David Morales, Kaskade, Derrick Carter, Mark Farina
XM: The Rhyme - XL, Channel 845
Fans of hip-hop culture unite! Snoop Dogg takes you on a journey through the first 25 years of hip-hop...everything from breakbeats to gangsta, Jazz rap to turntablism. Hear how the music progressed and changed through the years, and relive the decades that defined hip-hop for you.
Artists — Run DMC, Sugar Hill Gang, LL Cool J, A Tribe Called Quest, Big Daddy Kane, Too Short
XL — May include frequent explicit language. The DIRECTV System has a feature which allows restricted access to channels.
XM: The System, Channel 860
Taking a trip into The System will blow your mind, expand your musical boundaries and create a listening experience that you will never forget. Trance, Breaks, Progressive...it's electronic dance music presented in a way that is uncompromising, pure, relentless, and international.
Artists — Paul Oakenfold, Crystal Method, Prodigy, Chemical Brothers, Underworld, Faithless
XM: Top 20 on 20, Channel 816
Top 20 on 20 is the world's first fully interactive hit music experience playing just the songs you vote for! For what's hot right this second...just interact with 20 on 20...it's all that matters!
Artists — Kelly Clarkson, Justin Timberlake, Rihanna, Ne-Yo, Green Day, Pussycat Dolls
XM: Top Tracks, Channel 833
These are the killer cuts that rocked America during the 1960s and 70s. Top Tracks plays nothing but the biggest classic rock hits that shaped a generation.
Artists — Led Zeppelin, The Rolling Stones, Queen, Pink Floyd, Eric Clapton, The Who
XM: US Country, Channel 809
US Country picks up where America leaves off. This channel celebrates the careers of the biggest country superstars that arrived in the late 80s and brought country music to the forefront of American culture. US Country has no DJs and very few interruptions...just great country music 24/7.
Artists — Alan Jackson, Trisha Yearwood, Vince Gill, Garth Brooks, Clint Black, Reba McEntire
XM: VOX, Channel 865
XM Vox presents the human voice across the range of over a century of recorded sound and 2000 years of music. We'll take you from the sung prayer of ancient chant to the spectacle of grand opera from the exaltation of cathedral choirs to the quiet melancholy of the solo singer.
Artists — Placido Domingo, Robert Shaw, Luciano Pavarotti, Renee Fleming, Tallis Scholars, Cecilia Bartoli
XM: Watercolors, Channel 851
Cool, Contemporary Jazz instrumentals and hip vocals create a muted musical backdrop of sophistication on Watercolors. These groovy sounds expand the boundaries of smooth to not only seduce and relax but to engage and inspire.
Artists — Dave Koz, Diana Krall, George Benson, Chris Botti, Sade, George Duke
XM: Willie's Place, Channel 811
Willie Nelson is the proprietor and executive producer of the honky tonk that never closes with cowboy coffee, cold beer and colas. There's a nickel jukebox and a cast of characters from the bartender to the yellow school bus that gets folks home safely.
Artists — Willie Nelson, Hank Williams, Ray Price, Marty Robbins, Loretta Lynn, Lefty Frizzell
XM: World Zone, Channel 862
Music has no borders. Neither does World Zone. Some of the most compelling music you've never heard is here. We scout it from sources around the globe...Ireland, Brazil, Pakistan, India, Cuba, Japan and Mexico. Listen for new features on popular music from different regions of the world, international soul, Caribbean rhythms and contemporary Folk Music.
Artists — Angelique Kidjo, Baaba Maal, Bebel Gilberto, Cesaria Evora, Frankie Negron, Johnny Cleg & Savuka, Lila Downs
XM: X Country, Channel 810
Cross Country brings you a musical landscape that blends the genres of folk, rock, country and blues creating a sonic space that is something akin to the birth of rock and roll. You'll hear honky tonk, Western swing, folk rock, swamp rock and Southern boogie among other styles from the red-hot Americana music scene.
Artists — Dwight Yoakum, Lucinda Williams, Steve Earle, John Prine, Pat Green, John Hiatt
XM: XM Café, Channel 832
Growing up doesn't mean growing old but it does increase your enjoyment of more challenging rock artists. If your ear can discern the difference, come to the XM Café, where a mellow approach to modern adult alternative music lives.
Artists — Dave Matthews Band, Sheryl Crow, The Wallflowers, Elvis Costello, Bonnie Raitt, Jack Johnson
XM: XM Chill, Channel 857
XM Chill takes you on a voyage into the Chill zone...a place that pulses with exotic and cerebral music known as smooth electronica. A European phenomenon that is finally emerging in North America, XM Chill is beyond a channel...it's an experience in sound.
Artists — Moby, Eno, Thievery Corporation, Zero 7, Chemical Brothers, Air
XM: XM Classics, Channel 864
All genres and all eras of classical music are offered in a style that mixes unassuming authority with genuine friendliness and enthusiasm. XM Classics strives to inform, entertain and inspire, believing without apology that music is one of the greatest gifts that humankind has bestowed upon itself.
Artists — Bach, Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven, Schubert, Brahms, Stravinsky
XM: XM Hitlist, Channel 817
While 20 on 20 plays just the fresh, new music, XM Hitlist plays all of today's hit music plus the biggest pop, rock and rhythmic hits from the past ten years...nothing but hits on the XM Hitlist.
Artists — Black Eyed Peas, Three Doors Down, Destiny's Child, Nickelback, Pink, Usher
XM: XM Pops, Channel 866
XM Pops is classical music for everyone...the classical music you know, even if you don't think you know classical music. These are the biggest names in classical music history, and their best pieces of music.
Artists — Beethoven, Mozart, Dvorak, Vivaldi, Handel, Rachmaninov
