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There’s a new network in town and it’s part of the same family of networks as VH1, MTV and BET. The new network is called CENTRIC and focuses on topics of interest to today’s African-American and multi-cultural adult. The network launched today and has big plans for the new programming venue. Here’s an excerpt from the press release:
CENTRIC, a 24-hour entertainment network featuring the artists, series, movies, music and reality programming that reflects the lifestyle and sophistication of today’s African-American and multi-cultural adult, will start broadcasting on Monday, September 28 at 6:00 a.m. ET. CENTRIC, focused on the influential target audience, ages 25– to 54-year-old ET, can be found on major satellite, cable and telco providers.
CENTRIC will kick off the week with a series of shows that commemorate the unforgettable legacy of Michael Jackson. On September 28, CENTRIC will premiere the original episode of the classic music show, Soul Train featuring the late performer at 9:00 p.m.*; followed by a half-hour in-depth profile, MJ: Our Icon at 10:00 p.m. Inside the M.J. Mansion, an insightful documentary that gives viewers a personal snapshot into the singer’s life at 11:00 p.m.; plus an electrifying block of Michael Jackson music videos showcased in a special episode of Soul Sessions.
CENTRIC will also air an exciting lineup of music-themed programming including memorable concert performances, movies, and originals touting iconic star power from notable figures such as Tina Turner, Beyonce, Erykah Badu, Diddy, Salt & Pepa, The Roots, the Notorious B.I.G., and India Arie. Viewers can also look forward to the original series Leading Men and Leading Women, which intimately chronicle the dynamic lives of celebrities like Boris Kodjoe, Hill Harper, Brian McKnight, Dr. Maya Angelou, Iman, and Patti Labelle.