TUFF TV ADDS OKLAHOMA CITY & NEW PROGRAMMING
Another Top 50 Market Fuels Network’s Rapid Expansion
CHATTANOOGA, TN & ATLANTA, GA – February 25, 2011 — TUFF TV is pleased to announce the network’s launch in Oklahoma City. The Oklahoma City affiliate for TUFF TV is KSBI-TV, a leading full power station in the nation’s 45th largest market. TUFF TV is the first digital broadcast network to offer first run original programming targeted at men. TUFF TV features Sports, Lifestyle, Drama, Reality, Talk, Specials and Movies.
“Our launch in Oklahoma City is significant as it’s our first major market roll-out in the Midwest and we are excited to be partnered with KSBI-TV,” commented Lou Seals, Chief Executive Officer for TUFF TV Media Group, LLC. “Oklahoma City is known for its pioneering history and we think it’s an excellent fit for the TUFF TV brand,” Seals added.
Neal Ardman, head of distribution for TUFF TV, says that with its compelling content the network is quickly becoming a significant player as a multicast broadcaster. “TUFF TV is one of the best and most targeted channels in the marketplace,” said Ardman. “As witnessed in Oklahoma City, our ability to gain carriage in a Top 50 market demonstrates the overall appeal of the network,” Ardman commented.
TUFF TV already has significant distribution in major markets including New York, Los Angeles, Dallas, Atlanta, Seattle and Charlotte. With its appealing demographics of men ages 18 to 54, TUFF TV is designed for viewers wanting more distribution platforms for their interests and passions, and for advertisers seeking additional opportunities to reach a targeted audience in the digital age.
TUFF TV is a joint venture between Chattanooga-based Luken Communications, LLC and Atlanta-based TUFF TV Media Group, LLC. Luken Communications also owns Retro Television (RTV), home to some of the best classic television programming ever created. For additional information about TUFF TV visit TUFFTV.com.
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For distribution information contact Neal Ardman • 800-294-4800 •
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TUFF TV ADDS OKLAHOMA CITY & NEW PROGRAMMING
Another Top 50 Market Fuels Network’s Rapid Expansion
CHATTANOOGA, TN & ATLANTA, GA – February 25, 2011 — TUFF TV is pleased to announce the network’s launch in Oklahoma City. The Oklahoma City affiliate for TUFF TV is KSBI-TV, a leading full power station in the nation’s 45th largest market. TUFF TV is the first digital broadcast network to offer first run original programming targeted at men. TUFF TV features Sports, Lifestyle, Drama, Reality, Talk, Specials and Movies.
“Our launch in Oklahoma City is significant as it’s our first major market roll-out in the Midwest and we are excited to be partnered with KSBI-TV,” commented Lou Seals, Chief Executive Officer for TUFF TV Media Group, LLC. “Oklahoma City is known for its pioneering history and we think it’s an excellent fit for the TUFF TV brand,” Seals added.
Neal Ardman, head of distribution for TUFF TV, says that with its compelling content the network is quickly becoming a significant player as a multicast broadcaster. “TUFF TV is one of the best and most targeted channels in the marketplace,” said Ardman. “As witnessed in Oklahoma City, our ability to gain carriage in a Top 50 market demonstrates the overall appeal of the network,” Ardman commented.
TUFF TV already has significant distribution in major markets including New York, Los Angeles, Dallas, Atlanta, Seattle and Charlotte. With its appealing demographics of men ages 18 to 54, TUFF TV is designed for viewers wanting more distribution platforms for their interests and passions, and for advertisers seeking additional opportunities to reach a targeted audience in the digital age.
TUFF TV is a joint venture between Chattanooga-based Luken Communications, LLC and Atlanta-based TUFF TV Media Group, LLC. Luken Communications also owns Retro Television (RTV), home to some of the best classic television programming ever created. For additional information about TUFF TV visit TUFFTV.com.
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For distribution information contact Neal Ardman • 800-294-4800 •
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For programming information contact Lou Seals • 404-869-1500 •
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TUFF TV ADDS OKLAHOMA CITY & NEW PROGRAMMING
Another Top 50 Market Fuels Network’s Rapid Expansion
CHATTANOOGA, TN & ATLANTA, GA – February 23, 2011 — TUFF TV is pleased to announce the network’s launch in Oklahoma City. The Oklahoma City affiliate for TUFF TV is KSBI-TV, a leading full power station in the nation’s 45th largest market. TUFF TV is the first digital broadcast network to offer first run original programming targeted at men. TUFF TV features Sports, Lifestyle, Drama, Reality, Talk, Specials and Movies.
“Along with our launch in Oklahoma City, we are especially pleased to announce a new content partnership with Fusion TV that provides TUFF TV with some of the best action sports programming on television,” commented Lou Seals, Chief Executive Officer for TUFF TV Media Group, LLC. “We are very pleased to be associated with the TUFF TV brand and be an early contributor to the network’s success,” said Larry Schwartz, President of Fusion TV.
Neal Ardman, head of distribution for TUFF TV, explains that with its compelling content and major markets, the network is quickly becoming a significant player in the digital marketplace. “TUFF TV fills a void with a unique mix of programming genres currently unavailable on one dedicated channel,” said Ardman. “Our ability to gain carriage in Top 50 markets is yet another sign that affiliates support the concept,” Ardman added.
TUFF TV already has significant distribution in major markets including New York, Los Angeles, Dallas, Atlanta, Seattle and Charlotte. With its appealing demographics of men ages 18 to 54, TUFF TV is designed for viewers wanting more distribution platforms for their interests and passions, and for advertisers seeking additional opportunities to reach a targeted audience in the digital age.
TUFF TV is a joint venture between Chattanooga-based Luken Communications, LLC and Atlanta-based TUFF TV Media Group, LLC. Luken Communications also owns Retro Television (RTV), home to some of the best classic television programming ever created. For additional information about TUFF TV visit TUFFTV.com.
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For distribution information contact Neal Ardman • 800-294-4800 •
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For programming information contact Lou Seals • 404-869-1500 •
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TUFF TV ANNOUNCES LAUNCH IN NEW YORK CITY TODAY
Guys Be Aware: TUFF TV Takes Manhattan by Storm in Market Number One
CHATTANOOGA, TN & ATLANTA, GA – January 19, 2011 — TUFF TV is pleased to announce the network’s launch in New York City and surrounding areas effective today. TUFF TV is the first digital broadcast network to offer first run original programming targeted at men. The New York affiliate for TUFF TV is WKOB digital channel 42.4.
TUFF TV features Sports, Lifestyle, Drama, Reality, Talk, Specials and Movies. “TUFF TV fills a void in the marketplace with a unique mix of programming genres currently unavailable on one dedicated network,” said Lou Seals, Chief Executive Officer of TUFF TV Media Group, LLC. “Our distribution model is different from many others and our technical capabilities allow for a rapid expansion across the United States,” Seals added.
TUFF TV already has significant distribution in major markets including Los Angeles, Dallas, Atlanta, Seattle and Charlotte. With the addition of New York City, the country’s top television market, TUFF TV is on target to reach projections of approximately 45 million U.S. TV households during 1st quarter.
With its appealing demographics of men ages 18 to 54, TUFF TV is designed for viewers wanting more distribution platforms for their interests and passions, and for advertisers seeking additional opportunities to reach a targeted audience in the digital age.
TUFF TV is a joint venture between Chattanooga-based Luken Communications, LLC and Atlanta-based TUFF TV Media Group, LLC. Luken Communications also owns Retro Television (RTV), home to some of the best classic television programming ever created. For additional information about TUFF TV visit TUFFTV.com.
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NEW TUFF TV NETWORK SCHEDULED FOR LAUNCH
TUFF TV Available via Broadcast, Cable, Satellite, Broadband, Wireless, IPTV, and VOD
ATLANTA, GA - May 15, 2009 -- TUFF TV Media Group, LLC announces the launch of the all-new TUFF TV network. Aimed at targeted audiences who share a passion for specific pursuits including sports, lifestyle, and entertainment - TUFF TV is scheduled to officially launch in June. In addition to broadcast and cable distribution, the network will also be available via satellite, broadband, wireless, IPTV, and VOD.TUFF TV is the creation of Lou Seals, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Atlanta-based Seals Entertainment Company, LLC (Sealsco). The new network is a joint venture with Luken Communications, owner of Retro Television Network, launched in 2005 and the home of the best classic television programming ever created. TUFF TV marks the second network operated by Luken Communications, based in Chattanooga, TN.
"TUFF TV will fill a void in the marketplace with a unique mix of programming genres currently unavailable on one dedicated network," Seals said. "Out distribution model is different from most others and out technical capabilities are unsurpassed. TUFF TV has been designed for viewers and advertisers wanting better distribution platforms for their passions and audiences, including a strong television presence."
Additional information regarding distribution for TUFF TV will be released prior to its launch. "I believe our numbers will be significant when we launch. Based on our internal projections, TUFF TV will reach some of the biggest markets in the United States aided by the distribution expertise of Luken Communications, " Seals added.
TUFF TV Media Group is a multimedia entertainment and distribution company with headquarters in Atlanta. The firm specializes in working with event and content owners to distribute targeted programming on a worldwide basis. TUFF TV Media Group also develops and creates sponsor-supported content in association with a wide variety of advertisers seeking specific markets.
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