The Message (Sirius XM)

The Message is a contemporary Christian pop & rock radio channel, heard on Sirius XM Radio 63[1] and Dish Network channel 6063 (formerly 6066) until Sirius XM's Watercolors took the spot on May 4. Until February 9, 2010, the programming was aired on DirecTV channel 826 when the satellite company went in favor of using Sonic Tap by DMX. As of Winter 2014, SiriusXM reported more than 27 million subscribers.[2]

The Message
Broadcast areaUnited States
Canada
BrandingThe Message
SloganFaith, Hope and Music
FrequencySirius XM Radio 63
Dish Network 6063
FormatChristian CHR, Southern Gospel, and Christian Rock
ClassSatellite Radio Station
OwnerSirius XM Radio
Websitewww.siriusxm.com/themessage

Music

The Message plays Christian pop and rock hits from the 1980s through today. Newsboys, MercyMe, Amy Grant, Steven Curtis Chapman, Michael W. Smith, Natalie Grant, Jeremy Camp, Chris Tomlin, Casting Crowns, Kutless, Third Day, and Switchfoot are just a few artists that can be found on this channel.


Awards

The Gospel Music Association (GMA) honored SiriusXM in October 2014 with its "Outstanding Mainstream Contribution to Gospel Music" Award.[3] The satellite company's three faith-based channels, including The Message, programmed by Al Skop, were recognized for their impact on Christian Music and its audience.

References
  1. "Sirius XM Channel Lineup" (PDF). 2011-05-02. Retrieved 2011-05-04.
  2. https://www.wsj.com/articles/siriusxm-tops-2014-targets-but-2015-guidance-comes-up-short-1420633678
  3. http://www.gospelmusic.org/news-2014-dove-awards-recap-winners/


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