Luken Communications, LLC announced multi-network affiliation agreements with WWTD – Washington, D.C. (DMA 8) and KHDT – Denver (DMA 17). WWTD, operated by DC Broadcasting, Inc., will be bringing Retro TV and Rev’n to over-the-air viewers on channels 49.4 and 49.5, respectively. Syncom Media Group, Inc.’s KHDT will broadcast Retro TV and Rev’n over-the-air on channels 16.1 and 16.2. Both stations are scheduled to launch the new networks on February 1.
Chris Blair, President of Syncom Media Group and DC Broadcasting, said, “When looking for programming for these markets, Luken’s Retro TV and Rev’n were the obvious choices. Retro TV is a staple in the classic diginet field with a high-quality programming lineup and Rev’n is truly a one-of-a-kind offering for our viewers.” Blair added, “We know viewers in both markets will delight in both the classic entertainment offered by Retro TV and the unique Rev’n lineup.”
Tim Krass, Luken’s Vice President of Affiliate Sales – West said, “We are delighted to work with Chris Blair and his teams at Syncom and DC Broadcasting to bring Retro TV and Rev’n to the Denver and Washington, D.C. markets. D.C. has been one of Retro TV’s most requested markets, and we’re pleased to answer that call.”
With an assortment of vintage comedies like The Lucy Show and The Joey Bishop Show as well as classic dramas including Route 66,Bonanza and One Step Beyond, Retro TV offers The Best in Classic Television. Retro TV’s newest programming acquisitions Mystery Science Theater 3000, Doctor Who and The Doctors launched in 2014 to overwhelming response.
Rev'n, a network geared towards the performance enthusiast, is dedicated to all things revving including cars, trucks, motorcycles, boats, ATVs, snowmobiles, events, auctions and more. The network officially launched on December 1, 2014 with an initial reach of 24 markets. With proven automotive content such as Two Guys Garage, Bidding Wars, Truck U and its latest addition, My Classic Car, Rev'n is a hit with fans and advertisers alike.