MTVs become Razer and PunchMuch

TORONTO – On June 30th, MTV Canada and MTV2 will disappear, replaced by Razer and PunchMuch. The youth lifestyle and pop music video channels complement and expand CHUM’s established roster of services including MuchMusic and MuchMoreMusic, says the company. CHUM gained control over the MTV Canada and MTV2 licenses when it purchased Craig Media last year. Since then, MTV opted out of its name licensing deal with the two channels in Canada, forcing CHUM to make a change. Both Razer and PunchMuch “will offer enhanced access to a variety of interactive experiences, and foster the next wave in community for...