A fierce rebirth of America’s Next Top Model Cycle 23 on etc

Since the announcement of VH1 on the "fierce-a-fied rebirth" of the 23rd cycle of America's Next Top Model, many fans have been curious about the reboot of their much-loved reality TV contest.

ANTM Cycle 23 will follow the series' original format of an all-female contest. The cycle will be presented by singer Rita Ora, who will take over from former model and businesswoman Tyra Banks. The judging panel has been fully revamped, consisting of head judge Ora, model Ashley Graham, Papermagazine chief creative officer Drew Elliott, and celebrity stylist Law Roach. Tyra will remain to be the show’s executive producer and hinted some surprise appearances from her.

ANTM Cycle 23 premieres on December 13, Tuesdays at 9 PM with via satellite at 2 PM. Don’t miss out and join the conversation at #ANTMonETC.

For more updates, log on http://www.solarentertainmentcorp.com/channel/whats_new/etc/ and check out etc onwww.facebook.com/etctv, on Twitter and Instagram via @etc_channel.

etc is the only home-grown female channel both in free TV and cable, embracing what every feisty and fab Filipina values. Catch us on UHF channel 21, Sky Cable channel 16, Destiny Digital channel 16, Global Destiny channel 28, Cignal channel 9, or Cablelink channel 34. 

The Journey to the Crown: A Celebration of Beauty premieres exclusively on etc

Right at the start of our consciousness, a beauty pageant always means the holy grail of all pageants—The Miss Universe crown. It is deeply embedded in our culture, a much-anticipated event and a source of inspiration for every aspirational Filipino. 

As etc champions every Filipina beauty, it premieres The Journey to the Crown: A Celebration of Beauty, a 10-episode reality-documentary show that brings to fore our passion for beauty pageants. Hosted by 2010 Miss Universe 4^th Runner-up Venus Raj and 2011 Miss Universe 3^rd Runner-up Shamcey Supsup-Lee, the weekly program will showcase the odyssey that leads to fame and glory.

The Journey to the Crown: A Celebration of Beauty airs on etc every Sunday at 7:30 PM.  Don’t miss out and join the conversation at #MsU2016onETC.

For more updates, log on http://www.solarentertainmentcorp.com/channel/whats_new/etc/

Facebook:  www.facebook.com/etctv

Twitter and Instagram via @etc_channel

About etc

etc is the Philippines' TV destination for the fun, fierce, and stylish Filipina. Catch us on UHF channel 21, Sky Cable channel 16, Destiny Digital channel 16, Global Destiny channel 28, Cignal channel 9, or Cablelink channel 34.  

You can also livestream ETC via http://www.blink-now.com/.

Solar Entertainment Corporation stays on top of its game

Solar Entertainment Corporation remains to be the largest content provider and channel operator in Southeast Asia. The network is comprised of seven (7) channels—ETC, 2nd Avenue, Jack TV, CT, Solar Sports, Basketball TV, and NBA Premium. The viewers are in for a treat when they tune in to Solar Entertainment’s roster of channels on Sunday, October 16, as the first integrated rebranding execution of the channels will be revealed.

In hindsight, it was an effort done separately by the stations. Solar Entertainment Corporation President and CEO Wilson Tieng says, “[This year], we are doing the change of the broadcast design simultaneously for higher impact and to bring more excitement for the channels and its viewers. Through this venture, we aim to boost viewership and market share by giving a fresh take on our channels and topnotch content tied with the new look.”

While the technology of content delivery to the market is evolving, the TV network continues to grow and keep up with the changing landscape. “Solar has kept its fingers on the pulse of media-savvy Filipino audiences,” says Tieng. “We pay attention to emerging viewing habits while at the same time, setting the trend and changing mindsets.”

With the emergence of digital media, Solar stays on top of its game as the pioneer in providing Filipino audiences the access to international shows, sporting events, films, and eventually online content. Tieng confirms, “We have to open all the avenues for marketing and revenue. It creates the challenge of gaining traction with your audience, especially the millennials, and support from advertisers. There are more exciting announcements for this last stretch of the year and onto 2017, specifically for the channel content and digital assets of Solar. We are definitely going for more.”

Don’t miss the channel flip of ETC, 2nd Avenue, Solar Sports, and Basketball TV happening on October 16 at 8 PM.

ETC is on UHF channel 21, Sky Cable channel 16, Destiny Digital channel 16, Global Destiny channel 28, Cignal channel 9, or Cablelink channel 34.

2nd Avenue is seen on UHF Free TV Ch. 29, SkyCable Ch. 19, Global Destiny Cable Ch. 29, Cablelink Ch. 35, and Cignal Ch. 28.

Solar Sports is on SkyCable Ch.70, Destiny Ch.35, and Cablelink Ch.58 and Basketball TV is available on SkyCable Ch. 33, Cignal Ch. 35, and Global Destiny Ch. 34.