If you have Directv as your satellite television provider, you may be unaware of just how many features come with a Directv subscription service. Did you know that Directv has an entire catalog of music channels with music-streaming that is available 24 hours a day? Most all Directv subscribers have access to the range of Directv music channels that are available today.
What Channel is the Music Channel on Directv?
There are currently many different music channels available on Directv. The primary music channels offered by Directv can be found between channels 801 and 884. This provides all users of Directv with more than 80+ music-streaming channels to choose from with a variety of music to play and enjoy.
How Can I Locate the Music Channels on Directv?
You can find all of the music channels that are available to you by browsing the interactive virtual guide using your Directv remote. You can also access the music channel(s) of your choice by entering the appropriate channel that matches the genre of music you are interested in listening to at the time.
Does it Cost Extra to Enjoy Music Channels From Directv?
Not for most music channels available via Directv. As long as you are a current subscriber of a Directv cable or satellite television package, you will have access to all of the music channels that come alongside any Directv service. You will not be required to pay an additional fee in order to access the readily available music channels with a valid and active Directv subscription plan in place.
However, it is important to note that depending on the current level of service you are receiving from Directv, you may be asked to pay additional fees for premium music channels or for featured music channels.
How Can I Find a Specific Genre of Music via Directv Music Channels?
The best way to find a specific genre of music that you’re interested in on Directv is to browse the channels yourself. Browsing the music channels (channel 801-884) will help you to become more familiar with the genres and styles of music that are available. The more you access your Directv guide and menu, the quicker you will memorize which music channels you prefer the most.
Keep in mind that there are two music channel providers via Directv; XM and SonicTap. Each of these providers offers unique names for the channels available. You can also use a chart similar to the one below to keep track of which music channels are currently available with Directv:
| Channel | Genre/Type (XM) | SonicTap |
| 801 | The 40’s | Jazz: Big Band/Swing |
| 802 | The 50’s | Oldies: Malt Shop Oldies |
| 803 | The 60’s | Oldies: 60’s Revolution |
| 804 | The 70’s | Oldies: 70’s Hits |
| 805 | The 80’s | Oldies: 80’s Hits |
| 806 | The 90’s | Pop/Adult Contemporary: 90’s Hits |
| 807 | Rat Pack | |
| 808 | Roadhouse | Country: Traditional Country |
| 809 | Prime Country | Country: Hit Country |
| 810 | Outlaw Country | Country: Red, Rock, and Blues |
| 811 | Willie’s Place | Country: Honky Tonk Tavern |
| 812 | Bluegrass Junction | Bluegrass: Bluegrass |
| 813 | The Village | Folk: Folk Rock |
| 814 | The Highway | Country: Modern Country |
| 815 | Holiday & Happenings | |
| 816 | Top 20 on 20 | Pop/Adult: Today’s Hits |
| 817 | Pop2K | Pop/Adult Contemporary: Y2K Hits |
| 818 | The Pulse | Pop/Adult Contemporary: Hottest Hits |
| 819 | Love | Pop/Adult Contemporary: Love Songs |
| 820 | Escape | Instrumental: Contemporary Instrumentals |
| 821 | The Blend | Pop/Adult Contemporary: Adult Contemporary |
| 822 | Cinemagic | Standards: Silver Screen |
| 823 | On Broadway | Standards: Showtunes |
| 824 | Groove Lounge | Groove Lounge |
| 825 | The Heat | Urban: Hot Jamz (Hip Hop) |
| 826 | The Message | Religious: The Spirit |
| 827 | Praise | Religious: Gospel Glory |
| 828 | Enlighten | Religious: Hallelujah |
| 829 | Hair Nation | Rock: Hair Guitar |
| 830 | Bone Yard – XL | Rock: Full Metal Jacket |
| 831 | Sirius XM U | Rock: College Rock |
| 832 | The Spectrum | Rock: Adult Alternative |
| 833 | Classic Vinyl | Rock: Classic Rock |
| 834 | Alt. Nation | Rock: Alternative |
| 835 | Octane | Rock: Ink’d |
| 836 | The Loft | Standards: Singers-Songwriters |
| 837 | Classic Rewind | Classic Rock: Classic Hits Blend |
| 838 | Lithium | Rock: Reality Bites |
| 839 | 1st Wave | Alternative: Flashback/New Wave |
| 840 | Deep Tracks | Specialty: 8-Tracks |
| 841 | Liquid Metal: XL | Rock: Spike (Explicit Lyrics) |
| 842 | Soul Town | Urban: Classic R&B |
| 843 | Heart & Soul | Urban: Silky Soul |
| 844 | The Groove | Urban: Old School Funk |
| 845 | Strobe | Dance: Retro Disco |
| 846 | Backspin | Urban: The Boombox (Explicit Lyrics) |
| 847 | Hip Hop Nation | Urban: Hype (Explicit Lyrics) |
| 848 | Coffeehouse | Alternative: Coffeehouse Rock |
| 849 | The Bridge | Rock: Soft Hits |
| 850 | Real Jazz | Jazz: Classic Jazz Vocal Band |
| 851 | Watercolors | Jazz: Smooth Jazz |
| 852 | Jazz | Jazz |
| 853 | Metro Blend | Metro Blend |
| 854 | Bluesville | Specialty: Blues |
| 855 | Great Standards | Great Standards |
| 856 | Spa | Health & Fitness: New Age |
| 857 | Chill | Health & Fitness: Zen |
| 858 | Area | Dance: SubTerranean |
| 859 | BPM | Dance: Dance |
| 860 | Modern Workout | |
| 861 | PUMP! | |
| 862 | Classic Rock Workout | |
| 863 | The Joint | International: Reggae |
| 864 | Symphony Hall | Classical: Symphonic |
| 865 | Piano | |
| 866 | Pops | Classical: Light Classical |
| 867 | Radio Disney | Specialty: Be-Tween |
| 868 | Kids Place Live | Specialty: The Playground |
| 869 | Caliente | Latin: Bailamos! |
| 870 | Fiesta Tropical | Fiesta Tropical |
| 871 | Latin Contemporary | Latin Hits |
| 872 | Music of the Americas | Music of the Americas |
| 873 | Regional Mexican | Regional Mexican |
| 874 | Salsa | Salsa |
| 875 | Hurbano | Hurbano |
| 876 | Mariachi | Mariachi |
| 877 | Carnaval Brasileiro | Carnaval Brasileiro |
| 878 | Rock en Espanol | Rock en Espanol |
| 879 | Latin Jazz | Latin Jazz |
| 880 | Familiar Favorites | |
| 881 | Italian Bistro Blend | |
| 882 | Italian Contemporary | |
| 883 | Irish | |
| 884 | Tranquility |
How Can I Find a Directv Package That is Right for Me?
Finding the right Directv package for you is possible by first considering what type of content you prefer to watch and how important music streaming is for you and your household. If you are interested solely in the music and entertainment features that Directv has to offer, seek out a Directv package that does not include additional frills or premium add-ons for the best subscription price possible.
Take the time to research, compare, and review individual packages and subscriptions available from Directv to find a subscription price range that is ideal for you and one that also ensures access to all of the music channels you would like to enjoy.
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