Luken Communications announced Thursday a multi-network affiliation agreement with KMBY in Monterey, Ca., serving the Monterey-Salinas market (DMA 125). KMBY, owned and operated by Cocola Broadcasting Companies, launched Luken’s Retro TV and Rev’n on Wednesday. Area viewers can now find Retro TV and Rev’n over-the-air on channels 19.2 and 19.4, respectively.
Kevin Mosesian, Cocola Broadcasting’s Corporate Stations manager, said, “Cocola has enjoyed great success with these networks in some of our other station markets. We know the Monterey audience will also embrace the memorable programming on Retro TV as well as the unique lineup offered by Rev’n.”
Tim Krass, Luken’s vice president of Affiliate Sales – West, said, “Luken Communications remains dedicated to bringing high-quality, family-friendly entertainment to television viewers everywhere. We’re especially pleased to do so while building on our existing relationship with a great partner like Cocola Broadcasting.”
With an assortment of vintage comedies like Mystery Science Theater 3000, The Lucy Show and The Beverly Hillbillies as well as classic dramas including Doctor Who, The Doctors and Route 66, Retro TV offers "the Best in Classic Television." Retro TV’s newest acquisitions include Haven, Murdoch Mysteries, The Border, The Collector and Acorn TV Presents featuring classic series like I, Claudius and Poldark, as well as more recent, award-winning shows such as Anzac Girls.
Rev’n, a network geared towards the performance enthusiast, officially launched on Dec. 1, 2014. Rev’n is dedicated to all things revving including cars, trucks, motorcycles, boats, ATVs, snowmobiles, events, auctions and more. With automotive content such as Stacey David’s GearZ, Two Guys Garage, Bidding Wars, Truck U and My Classic Car, Rev'n is a hit with fans and advertisers alike, said officials.