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WGN-DT's Broadcast of THE TUBE Music Network Now Available on Comcast Cable Digital Channel 197

Posted on: Thursday, 13 July 2006, 09:00 CDT

THE TUBE Music Network, a wholly-owned subsidiary of THE TUBE MEDIA CORPORATION (OTCBB:TUBM), the first 24-hour music network to take advantage of a new technology known as multicasting, is now available in Chicago on the HD digital tier of Comcast Cable on Channel 197 as well as on channel 9.2, WGN-TV's digital multicast signal.

"The additional carriage of THE TUBE Music Network on Comcast Cable in Chicago allows our viewers easy access to this great music station," commented Tom Ehlmann, VP/general manager WGN-TV/WGN-DT.

THE TUBE Music Network is a pure music network featuring the best artists, the best songs and the best images of ALL time. There are no reality shows, award shows or game shows on THE TUBE Music Network. Created by Les Garland, one of the originators of music on television and co-founder of MTV, VH1 and The Box, the focus of THE TUBE Music Network is on music and the artists who have shaped the music industry.

"This launch of The Tube in one of the greatest cities on the planet, is pivotal in our growth. Chicago has a rich music history and THE TUBE speaks to that spirit," said Garland.

THE TUBE will feature at least one minute of local advertising or programming each hour, offering music-related Chicago businesses and artists a relevant new platform amongst quality artists and music.

THE TUBE Music Network music presentation crosses multiple formats and spans several time frames. Artists such as Bob Dylan, Tina Turner, Eric Clapton, Bob Marley, Led Zeppelin and The Rolling Stones are featured alongside current artists such as Norah Jones, Coldplay, Joss Stone, U2, Alicia Keys and Dave Matthews.

Viewers can also view THE TUBE Music Network free, over-the-air with an ATSC tuner (sometimes referred to as a digital or HD tuner) and an antenna.

WGN-TV (Channel 9) is Chicago's WB network affiliate and the future home of The CW Television Network, programming a strong schedule of news, sports and entertainment. WGN's digital signal is available throughout the Chicago area on WGN-DT, with several hours of high-definition programming every week, including all Cubs, White Sox and Bulls home games. WGN-TV is a Tribune Broadcasting station. For additional information, visit WGN-TV's web site at www.wgntv.com.

About Comcast Cable

Headquartered in Philadelphia, Comcast Cable is a division of Comcast Corporation, a developer, manager and operator of broadband cable networks and provider of programming content. With a presence in 22 of the top 25 United States markets, Comcast is one of the leading communications, media and entertainment companies in the world. Providing basic cable, Digital Cable, High-Speed Internet and telephone services, Comcast is the company to look to first for the communications products and services that connect people to what's important in their lives. The company's 80,000 employees serve more than 21 million customers.

Comcast Greater Chicago Region, regionally located in Schaumburg, Ill., serves more than 1.9 million customers and employs nearly 5,000 people in Illinois, Northwest Indiana and Southwest Michigan. Comcast Greater Chicago Region is a proud sponsor of City Year, Partnership for a Drug Free America, United Way and a host of diverse organizations dedicated to bettering the communities Comcast serves.

ABOUT THE TUBE Music Network

THE TUBE Music Network is a wholly-owned subsidiary of THE TUBE MEDIA CORPORATION (OTCBB: TUBM).

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Source: Business Wire

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