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The following is a list of channels on both U.S. and Canada's SiriusXM. There are over 150 full-time channels on SiriusXM, most of which are on SiriusXM Canada, with additional channels (including App only Xtra music channels) are streaming through the SiriusXM app and on connected devices.

Not included are channels that are specifically used for live sports programming (most of the News, Talk and Comedy channels are usually preempted for sports play-by-play), as well as pop-up music channels (not counting seasonal holiday channels) and even music channels that merged between some duplicated music channels from both Sirius and XM radio.

Current channels

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Updated as of 1 October 2025. (Lineups on this list may differ for the Canadian markets, with some channels available within the radio apart from the U.S.)

[E] – Channels that play songs with explicit language or mature programming that may be offensive to some listeners. (Family Friendly plans alter the songs or programming for a clean feed.)

Preview

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Name Format Satellite Internet XM # Sirius #
Sirius XM Preview Sirius XM Promos and Information Free Available 1 184
Sirius XM 107 Available Available 107

Pop

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Name Format Satellite Internet SiriusXM # Dish Network #
SiriusXM Hits 1 Contemporary hits Available Available 2 99.2
Unwell Music [E] Nostalgic throwbacks and trending hits curated by Call Her Daddy host Alex Cooper Available Available 3 —
TikTok Radio [E] Trending TikTok songs Available Available 4 —
The Pulse (formerly Flight 26) Hot Adult Contemporary, modern adult Pop hits and Soul Available Available 5 99.15
PopRocks 90s to recent pop rock hits Available Available 6 —
'70s on 7 Hits from the 1970s Available Available 7 99.7
'80s on 8 Hits from the 1980s Available Available 8 99.8
'90s on 9 Hits from the 1990s Available Available 9 99.9
Pop2K (formerly KISS and XM Hitlist) Hits from the 2000s Available Available 10 99.10
The 10s Spot (Formerly KIIS-Los Angeles) Hits from the 2010s Available Available 11 —
Kelly Clarkson Connection Kelly Clarkson's own music and music that she loves and inspires her Available Available 12 —
Life with John Mayer John Mayer's own music including unreleased and live recordings, and his personally curated music from all genres Available Available 14 —
Pitbull's Globalization Global hits curated by Pitbull Available Available 15 99.4
The Blend Soft pop Available Available 16 99.16
The Coffee House Singer-Songwriters, acoustic rock, folk rock Available Available 17 99.14
'50s Gold (formerly '50s on 5) Hits from the 1950s Available Available 72 99.5
'60s Gold (formerly '60s on 6) Hits from the 1960s Available Available 73 99.6
Elvis Radio Elvis Presley Music 24/7 Available Available 76 99.19
Road Trip Radio Music to drive to, 2010s and pop Available (within U.S.) Available 301 —
Andy Cohen's Kiki Lounge Mix of pop, rock, and dance U.S. only Available 302 —
Mosaic Soft adult contemporary Pop from the 90s to today In selected vehicles (within U.S.) Available 305 —
Pop Top 500 Countdown Repeat loop of program featuring the 500 best pop songs of all time Unavailable App only 550 —
80's on 8 Top 500 Countdown Repeat loop of program featuring the 500 best pop songs of the 1980s Unavailable App only 551 —
90's on 9 Top 500 Countdown Repeat loop of program featuring the 500 best pop songs of the 1990s Unavailable App only 552 —
Pandora Now [E] (formerly Top 20 on 20) What's trending on Pandora Unavailable App only 703 —
SoulCycle Radio Music programmed by SoulCycle Unavailable App only 704 —
SiriusXM K-Pop [E] K-pop hits Unavailable App only 705 —
SiriusXM Love Love songs and soft adult contemporary hits from the 60s through 80s Unavailable App only 708 —
Sirius XO Love songs and soft adult contemporary hits from the 90s to today Unavailable App only 709 —

Rock

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Name Format Satellite Internet SiriusXM # Dish Network #
The Beatles Channel The Beatles music, solo music from their members, covers and songs which influenced them; music from Apple Records Available Available 18 —
Bob Marley's Tuff Gong Radio Music from Bob Marley Available Available 19 —
E Street Radio Music from Bruce Springsteen and his E Street Band Available Available 20 99.20
Underground Garage Garage rock curated by Little Steven Available Available 21 99.21
Pearl Jam Radio Pearl Jam, 24/7 Available Available 22 99.22
The Grateful Dead Channel Music from the Grateful Dead Available Available 23 99.23
Radio Margaritaville Jimmy Buffett and other music appealing to Parrotheads Available Available 24 99.24
Classic Rewind (formerly Big Tracks) Classic rock from the late 70s and 80s Available Available 25 99.25
Classic Vinyl (formerly Top Tracks) Album-oriented rock from the 60s and early 70s Available Available 26 99.26
The Bridge Mellow classic rock from the 70s and 80s Available Available 27 99.32
The Spectrum (formerly XM's XM Café) Adult album alternative Available Available 28 99.28
Phish Radio Music from Phish Available Available 29 —
Dave Matthews Band Radio Music from Dave Matthews Band Available Available 30 —
Tom Petty Radio Music from Tom Petty Available Available 31 —
U2 X-Radio Music from U2 Available Available 32 —
1st Wave Classic alternative rock Available Available 33 99.33
Lithium (formerly Lucy) 1990s alternative rock, grunge, and alternative metal Available Available 34 99.34
SiriusXMU (replaced XM's XMU) Indie and college rock Available Available 35 99.35
Alt Nation (replaced XM's Lucy) Modern alternative rock Available Available 36 99.36
Octane [E] (replaced XM's xL SquiZZ) Today's hard rock and alternative metal Available Available 37 99.37
Ozzy's Boneyard (formerly XM's xL Boneyard) Classic hard rock and heavy metal curated by Ozzy Osbourne Available Available 38 99.38
Hair Nation (replaced XM's Big Tracks) Glam and hair metal from the 80s Available Available 39 99.39
Liquid Metal [E] Today's extreme metal Available Available 40 99.40
SiriusXM Turbo [E] Nu metal and alternative metal from the 90s and 2000s Available Available 41 —
Maximum Metallica [E] Metallica music 24/7 Available Available 42 —
Deep Tracks Deep classic rock, progressive rock, Album-oriented rock In selected vehicles Available 308 —
Jam On 309 Jam bands In selected vehicles (within U.S.) Available 309 —
Yacht Rock Radio Smooth-sailing soft rock from the 70s and 80s Available Available 311 —
Bon Jovi Radio Hits and concerts from Bon Jovi along other selected groups In selected vehicles; U.S. only Available 312 —
Alt 2K Alternative rock from the 2000s In selected vehicles (within U.S.) Available 313 —
Faction Punk [E] Punk rock In selected vehicles (within U.S.) Available 314 —
Whole Lotta Red Hot Music from Red Hot Chili Peppers In selected vehicles; U.S. only Available 315 —
Classic Rock Top 1000 Countdown Repeat loop of program featuring the 1000 best classic rock songs Unavailable App only 553 —
The Loft Singers-Songwriters rock, soft rock and alternative rock Unavailable App only 710 —
Tom Petty's Buried Treasure Loop of archived radio show episodes Unavailable App only 711 —
Marky Ramone's Punk Rock Blitzkrieg Classic punk rock, curated by Marky Ramone Unavailable App only 712 —
Rock Bar Radio Rock & Roll Jukebox Songs Unavailable App only 713 —
Classic Rock Party Classic rock party music Unavailable App only 715 —
Little Steven's Coolest Songs in the World Garage Rock, curated by Little Steven of his Underground Garage radio Unavailable App only 721 —

Hip hop/R&B

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Name Format Satellite Internet SiriusXM # Dish Network
Rock the Bells Radio [E] (replaced XM's xL The Rhyme, formerly Back Spin) Golden age hip hop, gangsta rap, 1980s–early 1990s "New school hip hop" Available Available 43 99.43
Hip-Hop Nation [E] (replaced XM's The City) Modern Hip hop hits Available Available 44 99.44
Shade 45 [E] (replaced XM's xL 66 Raw) Progressive hip hop/rap music by Eminem Available Available 45 99.45
The Heat (replaced XM's The Eye formerly Hot Jamz) Rhythmic Contemporary (Urban contemporary hip hop and R&B hits) Available Available 46 99.46
Heart & Soul (replaced XM's Suite 62) Urban Adult Contemporary (Adult R&B hits) Available Available 47 99.48
The Flow R&B hits from the 2000s Available Available 48 —
Flex2K [E] Hip hop hits from the 2000s Available Available 49 —
SiriusXM FLY [E] Hip hop and R&B hits from the 90s to 2000s Available Available 50 99.47
The Groove 1970s–early 90s Old school R&B, funk, and disco Available Available 51 99.50
Smokey's Soul Town (formerly Soul Revue; replaced XM's Soul Street) Classic soul and R&B curated by Smokey Robinson Available Available 74 —
SiriusXM Silk 330 Smooth and sexy R&B love songs In selected vehicles (within U.S.) Available 330 —
Shaggy's Boombastic Radio (formerly The Joint) Reggae and Afrobeats curated by Shaggy In selected vehicles (within U.S.) Available 332 —
Grown Folks JAMZ Your true R&B experience In selected vehicles; U.S. only Available 362 —
Hip-hop Chronicles [E] Playing the most iconic 500 hip-hop songs of all time Unavailable App only 556 —
Sway's Universe [E] Urban music and lifestyle Unavailable App only 720 —
Rock the Bells Mixdown [E] Hip hop mixes Unavailable App only 723 —
SoundCloud Radio [E] Hip hop from up-and-coming artists from SoundCloud Unavailable App only 724 —

Dance/Electronic

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Name Format Satellite Internet SiriusXM # Dish Network
BPM Modern EDM hits Available Available 52 99.51
Diplo's Revolution (formerly Electric Area and The Move) EDM and occasional remixes by Diplo and his friends Available Available 53 99.52
Studio 54 Radio (formerly BBC Radio 1 simulcast, Chrome (XM), and The Strobe) Classic house and disco bangers Available Available 54 99.54
Sirius XM Chill Downtempo ambient house, chillwave, deep/tropical house Available Available 55 99.53
Radio Monaco European dance and regular Pop hits In selected vehicles (within U.S.) Available 340 —
Utopia Dance hits from the 1990s and 2000s In selected vehicles (within U.S.) Available 341 —
Steve Aoki Remix Radio Remixes curated by Steve Aoki Unavailable App only 735 —
A State of Armin Trance and progressive house Unavailable App only 736 —
One World Radio [E] Curated music and live sets from Tomorrowland, one of the largest electronic dance music festivals Unavailable App only 738 —

Country

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Name Format Satellite Internet SiriusXM # Dish Network
The Highway (formerly Highway 16) Modern Country music Available Available 56 99.56
Y2Kountry Country music from the 2000s and 2010s (2000–2019) Available Available 57 —
Prime Country (formerly U.S. Country) Classic Country from the 1980s and 1990s Available Available 58 99.58
No Shoes Radio Music from Kenny Chesney along with some easy country Available Available 59 —
Carrie's Country Music from Carrie Underwood, plus her favorite artists and influences, including classic rock and new country. Available Available 60 —
Willie's Roadhouse (formerly The Roadhouse and Willie's Place) Classic country and Willie Nelson's Texas Traditional Country from the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s Available Available 61 99.59
Outlaw Country Outlaw country, alternative country, Americana Available Available 62 99.60
Chris Stapleton Radio Music from Chris Stapleton Available Available 63 99.63
Bluegrass Junction Bluegrass music Available Available 77 99.62
Dwight Yoakam & the Bakersfield Beat Music from Dwight Yoakam In selected vehicles (within U.S.) Available 349 —
Red, White & Booze Country bar songs In selected vehicles (within U.S.) Available 350 —
Country Top 1000 Countdown Repeat loop of program featuring the 1000 best country songs of all time Unavailable App only 558 —
Savior Sunday Daily by Carrie's Country Country gospel curated by Carrie Underwood Unavailable App only 739 —
Eric Church's Outsiders Radio Music from Eric "The Chief" Church and his friends Unavailable App only 740 —
The Village Folk music Unavailable App only 741 —

Christian

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Name Format Satellite Internet SiriusXM # Dish Network #
Kirk Franklin's Praise (formerly Spirit) Gospel curated by Kirk Franklin Available Available 64 99.64
The Message Contemporary Christian Available Available 65 99.65
Bill Gaither's enLighten Southern Gospel Available Available 150 —

Jazz, Standards & Classical

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Name Format Satellite Internet SiriusXM # Dish Network
Watercolors Smooth jazz Available Available 66 99.66
Real Jazz Jazz Available Available 67 99.67
Spa New Age/Ambient Music Available Available 68 99.68
On Broadway Showtunes Available Available 69 99.69
Siriusly Sinatra (formerly High Standards) Standards, Jazz, and Swing Available Available 70 99.71
'40s Junction (formerly 40s on 4) Big Band, Swing and Pop Hits from the 1940s Available Available 71 99.73
B.B. King's Bluesville Blues Available Available 75 99.74
Symphony Hall Classical music Available Available 78 99.76
Escape Beautiful music Available Available 149 99.69
Met Opera Radio Opera from the Metropolitan Opera Unavailable App only 744 —
Sirius XM Pops Popular classical Unavailable App only 745 —

Family

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Name Format Satellite Internet SiriusXM #
Disney Hits Songs from the Disney Songbook Available Available 133
Kids Place Live Children's music and shows Available Available 134
Kidz Bop Radio Today's pop songs covered by the Kidz Bop Kids Available Available 135
Moonbug Radio Children's music and shows from iconic Moonbug characters Available Available 136
Disney Jr. Radio Music and shows from Disney Jr. Unavailable App only 702

Sports

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In addition to the below-listed sports channels, Sports Play-by-Play are additionally available on the SiriusXM app. (Platinum Plan required for additional NFL and satellite-only MLB play-by-play channels)

Name Format Satellite Internet SiriusXM #
ESPN Radio Sports talk Available Available 80
ESPN Xtra Sports news (may be preempted for sports play-by-play) Available Available 81
Mad Dog Sports Radio Sports Talk created and hosted by Chris "Mad Dog" Russo (may be preempted for sports play-by-play) Available Available 82
Fox Sports on SiriusXM Sports talk and play-by-play (when available) Available Available 83
SiriusXM College Sports Radio (formerly ESPNU Radio) College sports talk and play-by-play (when available) Available Available 84
NBC Sports Audio Sports talk and play-by-play (when available) Available Available 85
SiriusXM NBA Radio National Basketball Association talk and play-by-play (when available) Available Available 86
SiriusXM Fantasy Sports Radio Fantasy sports talk from FantasyGuru.com Available Available 87
SiriusXM NFL Radio National Football League talk and play-by-play (when available) Available Available 88
MLB Network Radio Major League Baseball talk and play-by-play (when available) Available Available 89
SiriusXM NASCAR Radio NASCAR racing talk and play-by-play (when available) Available Available 90
SiriusXM NHL Network Radio National Hockey League talk and play-by-play (when available) Available Available 91
SiriusXM PGA Tour Radio PGA Tour golf talks and play-by-play (when available) Available Available 92
SiriusXM Pro Wrestling Nation 24/7 All-day and night pro wrestling discussion from the WWE, the AEW and many other pro leagues (may be preempted for sports play-by-play) Available Available 156
SiriusXM FC Soccer talks and play-by-play (when available) U.S. only Available 157
VSiN Radio Sports betting talk from VSiN (may be preempted for sports play-by-play) Available Available 158
SportsGrid Radio Sports betting talk from SportsGrid (may be preempted for sports play-by-play) Available Available 159
SiriusXM INDYCAR Nation IndyCar Series live coverage In selected vehicles (within U.S.) Available 218
ESPN Podcasts Best of ESPN and 30 for 30 Podcast In selected vehicles; U.S. only Available 370
SiriusXM ACC Radio Atlantic Coast Conference talk and play-by-play (Platinum Plan only) In selected vehicles; U.S. only Available 371
SiriusXM Big Ten Radio Big Ten Conference talk and play-by-play (Platinum Plan only) In selected vehicles; U.S. only Available 372
SiriusXM SEC Radio Southeastern Conference talk and play-by-play (Platinum Plan only) In selected vehicles; U.S. only Available 374
Infinity Sports Network (formerly CBS Sports Radio) Sports talk (may be preempted for sports play-by-play) In selected vehicles (within U.S.) Available 375

Comedy

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Name Format Satellite Internet SiriusXM #
Netflix Is A Joke Radio [E] Uncensored Netflix comedy specials Available Available 93
Comedy Greats [E] Uncensored comedy featuring "the Greatest Comedians of All-Time" (may be preempted for sports play-by-play) Available Available 94
Comedy Central Radio [E] Uncensored comedy from Comedy Central Available Available 95
Kevin Hart's Laugh Out Loud Radio [E] Kevin Hart's comedy and shows Available Available 96
Jeff & Larry's Comedy Roundup [E] (formerly Blue Collar Radio) Uncensored comedy with Larry the Cable Guy and Jeff Foxworthy (may be preempted for sports play-by-play) Available Available 97
Pure Comedy (formerly Laugh USA) Family-friendly comedy (may be preempted for sports play-by-play) Available Available 98
Raw Comedy [E] (formerly Raw Dog Comedy) Uncensored comedy and shows (may be preempted for sports play-by-play) Available Available 99
She's So Funny [E] Hand-curated stand-up comedy from female comedians Unavailable App only 771
Comedy Classics [E] Vintage stand-up comedy Unavailable App only 772

Entertainment & Talk

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Name Format Satellite Internet SiriusXM #
Howard 100 and Howard 101 [E] Howard Stern's uncensored channels of The Howard Stern Show and The World of Howard Stern (Platinum Plan only) Available Available 100–101
Radio Andy [E] Andy Cohen's radio station for uncensored talk Available Available 102
Faction Talk [E] Uncensored Talk with Jim Norton & Sam Roberts, Bennington, and The Bonfire hosted by Big Jay Oakerson and Dan Soder (may be preempted for sports play-by-play) Available Available 103
Conan O'Brien Radio [E] (formerly Team Coco Radio) Home of Conan O'Brien and his Team Coco's talks and comedies (may be preempted for sports play-by-play) Available Available 104
Dateline 24/7 All the crimes and mysteries from Dateline NBC Available Available 107
TODAY Show Radio Today – live broadcast and extended show content (may be preempted for sports play-by-play) Available Available 108
Stars [E] Hollywood lifestyle and conversation (may be preempted for sports play-by-play) Available Available 109
Doctor Radio Health and medical information Available Available 110
Triumph Advice, enlightenment, and inspiration from Megyn Kelly, Dr. Laura, Dave Ramsey, Glenn Beck, Nancy Grace, etc. (may be preempted for sports play-by-play) Available Available 111
Business Radio Financial news, operated by the Wharton School (may be preempted for sports play-by-play) Available Available 132
Road Dog Trucking Trucking talk (may be preempted for sports play-by-play) Available Available 146
Radio Classics Old-time radio (may be preempted for sports play-by-play) Available Available 148
SiriusXM App Originals SiriusXM Original podcasts and live performances Unavailable App only 781
Unwell On Air [E] Unfiltered conversation, curated by Alex Cooper's Unwell Network Unavailable App only 786
SmartLess Radio [E] SmartLess podcast 24/7 Unavailable App only 787
Crime Junkie Radio True crime podcast 24/7 Unavailable App only 788
The Jeff Lewis Channel [E] Loop of archived radio show episodes Unavailable App only 789
Entertainment Now Pop culture recaps and specials Unavailable App only 790
Freakonomics Radio Network Socioeconomics podcast and others Unavailable App only 791
Ramsey Network Business talk from Dave Ramsey Unavailable App only 792
Law&Crime Live trials (TV simulcast) Unavailable App only 793

News (including public radio), Politics & Issues

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Name Format Satellite Internet SiriusXM #
CNBC Financial news (TV simulcast) Available Available 112
Fox Business Financial news (TV simulcast; may be preempted for games play-by-play) Available Available 113
Fox News Channel News and talks (TV simulcast) Available Available 114
Fox News Headlines 24/7 Headlines from Fox News Available Available 115
CNN News and talks (TV simulcast) Available Available 116
MSNBC News and talks (TV simulcast) Available Available 118
BBC World Service (English North America feed) News and talks Available Available 120
Bloomberg Radio Simulcast of WBBR in New York City (may be preempted for sports play-by-play) Available Available 121
NPR Now NPR programs arranged specifically for SiriusXM Available Available 122
PRX Remix Public radio from PRX U.S. only Available 123
P.O.T.U.S. Political talk Available Available 124
SiriusXM Patriot Conservative talk radio (may be preempted for sports play-by-play) Available Available 125
SiriusXM Urban View African-American talk (may be preempted for sports play-by-play) Available Available 126
SiriusXM Progress Progressive talk radio (may be preempted for sports play-by-play) Available Available 127
Rural Radio Agricultural news & western lifestyle (may be preempted for games play-by-play) Available Available 147
C-SPAN Radio U.S. Government Hearings and Public Affairs (WCSP-FM radio simulcast; may be preempted for sports play-by-play) In selected vehicles (within U.S.) Available 455
NBC News NOW Live news reports Unavailable App only 798
Alerts from The Weather Channel Weather news alert Unavailable App only 799

Religion

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Name Format Satellite Internet SiriusXM #
Joel Osteen Radio Messages of Hope Available Available 128
The Catholic Channel Talk For Saints and Sinners (may be preempted for sports play-by-play) Available Available 129
EWTN Global Catholic Network Solid Catholic Talk In selected vehicles (within U.S.) Available 130
FamilyTalk Christian Talk Available Available 131
The Billy Graham Channel Messages from Billy Graham (may be preempted for sports play-by-play) In selected vehicles (within U.S.) Available 460

More

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Name Format Satellite Internet SiriusXM #
Holy Culture Radio Christian hip hop and talk U.S. only Available 140
H.U.R. Voices College Radio by Howard University (WHUR-FM) U.S. only Available 141
HBCU College Radio from Howard University & HBCUs U.S. only Available 142
BYU Radio Talk radio from Brigham Young University U.S. only Available 143
SLAM! Radio Sports and entertainment talk from SLAM! Charter High School in Miami U.S. only Available 145

Latin (in Spanish)

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Name Format Satellite Internet SiriusXM #
Hits Uno [E] Contemporary Latin hits In selected vehicles; U.S. only Available 151
Caliente Current Tropical/Latin Pop and Reggaeton Available Available 152
Águila Regional Mexican Ranchera music In selected vehicles; U.S. only Available 153
En Vivo Live Latin music In selected vehicles; U.S. only Available 154
Latin Vault Classic Latin music from the 50s to the early 80s Available Available 155
Chucho Valdes' Cuba & Beyond Cuban music Unavailable Available 760
Celia Cruz AZUCAR! Celebrating the legacy of Celia Cruz Unavailable Available 761
Caricia Classic love ballads in both Spanish & English Unavailable Available 762
Viva Today's Latin Pop hits Unavailable Available 763
Latidos Latin Love songs Unavailable Available 764
Flow Nación Latin Urban music Unavailable Available 765
Luna Latin Jazz Unavailable Available 766
Rumbón Classic Salsa music Unavailable Available 767
La Kueva Latin rock Unavailable Available 768

French, Canadian, and international

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Name Format Satellite Internet SiriusXM #
Korea Today Radio Network Korean music, news, & entertainment U.S. only Available 144
Attitude Franco French Rock music Available Available 163
Mixtape: North [E] Canadian Hip-hop and R&B Available Available 164
The Indigiverse Native Canadian music and talks Available Available 165
Racines Musicales Francophone & Canadian Country-Folk Available Available 166
Canada Talks Canadian current affairs & talk Available Available 167
SiriusXM Comedy Club [E] Uncensored comedy from Canadian Comedians (may be preempted for sports play-by-play) Available Available 168
CBC Radio One (special national feed) Canadian news and information Available Available 169
Ici Radio-Canada Première Canadian French news and information (simulcast of CBF-FM Montreal) Available Available 170
Top of the Country Radio New Canadian Country Available Available 171
SiriusXM Scoreboard Final sports scores and sporting information for Canadian Available Available 172
The Verge Canadian new & emerging Indie/Alternative Available Available 173
Influence Franco Indie pop alternative Available Available 174
North Americana Americana music In selected vehicles (within U.S.) Available 359
Poplandia [E] Canadian pop music & culture Unavailable App only 754
The Tragically Hip Radio The Tragically Hip music, interview and their influences Unavailable App only 757
Iceberg Radio Canadian Adult Alternative Unavailable App only 758
Les Tubes Franco (formerly Attitude Franco as pre-Rock music channel) French Chart Hits Unavailable App only 759
SiriusXM Dhamaka South Asian music Unavailable App only 796

Seasonal holiday channels (early November – early January)

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Name Format Satellite Internet SiriusXM #
Jimmy Fallon Holiday Seasoning Radio Curated Christmas songs by Jimmy Fallon Holiday only Holiday only 17
Country Christmas Country Christmas music Holiday only (temporary replaced Prime Country) Holiday only 58
606 (App only)
Christmas Spirit Contemporary Christian Christmas music Holiday only (temporary replaced The Message) Holiday only 65
610 (App only)
Holiday Traditions Traditional Christmas songs Holiday only (temporary replaced 40's Junction) Available 71
602 (App only)
Smokey's Holiday Soul Town R&B Christmas music by Smokey Robinson Holiday only (temporary replaced Smokey's Soul Town) Holiday only 74
612 (App only)
Holiday Pops Classical Christmas performances Holiday only (temporary replaced Symphony Hall) Holiday only 78
622 (App only)
SiriusXM Holly Contemporary Christmas music Holiday only Holiday only 79
600 (App only)
New Year's Nation Music from different genres for New Year's Day Holiday only Holiday only 79
Hallmark Channel Radio Christmas songs and commentary from Hallmark Channel Holiday only (SiriusXM with 360L only) Holiday only 105
Jolly Christmas Upbeat, feel-good Christmas songs Unavailable Holiday only 608
Jingle Jamz Hip-hop/R&B Christmas music Unavailable Holiday only 614
Real Jazz Holiday Contemporary and classic jazz Christmas music Unavailable Holiday only 616
Cool Jazz Christmas Smooth contemporary jazz Christmas music Unavailable Holiday only 618
Mannheim Steamroller Channel Christmas music from Mannheim Steamroller and a few of their originals Unavailable Holiday only 620
Trans-Siberian Orchestra Radio Christmas music from Trans-Siberian Orchestra and a few of their originals Unavailable Holiday only 621
Holiday Instrumentals Instrumental Christmas music Unavailable Holiday only 624
Navidad Spanish Christmas music Holiday only Holiday only 626
Rockin' Xmas Christmas Rock/Alternative Unavailable Holiday only 628
Acoustic Christmas Acoustic Christmas music Unavailable Holiday only 630
Holiday Chill-Out Downtempo Christmas Music Unavailable Holiday only 632
'70s/'80s Holidays Christmas music from the 1970s and 1980s Unavailable Holiday only 634
Kids Christmas Kids Christmas music Unavailable Holiday only 636
Sleep Christmas Ambient Christmas music Unavailable Holiday only 637
Radio Hanukkah Hanukkah music and programming Unavailable Holiday only 638
Holidays with Jessi & Friends Holiday favorites and commentary from Jessi Cruickshank and her friends Unavailable Holiday only 639
Noël Incontournable Francophone Christmas classics and contemporary holiday hits Unavailable Available 640

Former channels

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(Most recent changes on top)

  • Taylor's Channel 13[1] (13, dropped on 19 October 2025)
  • Avicii Radio
  • Sound 42 by Drake
  • SiriusXM Fight Nation (dropped on 1 July 2025; replaced with Pro Wrestling Nation 24/7)
  • Miles Davis Radio
  • Mental Health Radio
  • Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Radio (dropped on 29 February 2024)[2]
  • Green Day Radio (107, dropped on 23 January 2024)
  • Venus 303 (formerly Top 20 on 20)
  • SiriusXM 1st Traffic and Weather – Continuous traffic and weather reports for major markets (channels cut January 2017; last channels dropped 1 March 2023)[3]
  • 88Rising Radio (305) – Asian hits curated by 88rising
  • 102.7 KIIS-FM simulcast (dropped in May 2022)
  • Z100 in New York City simulcast (dropped in May 2022)
  • The Garth Channel (55) – Music of Garth Brooks and other artists (country and non-country) that he enjoys (2016–2022)
  • Happy Radio (708) (formerly StayHome Radio) – played upbeat pop music
  • Cinemagic (750) – devoted to film scores (dropped on 7 December 2021)[4]
  • ABBA Radio (54) – Limited time station dedicated to ABBA that was available on satellite radio from November 5 to November 14, 2021 and on the SiriusXM app until December 14, 2021.[5]
  • Radio Disney (79) – Pop music for tweens and teens (dropped on 31 December 2020)
  • Coldplay Radio (28) – Limited time station for the band Coldplay (from 15 July until 13 August 2020)
  • BackSpin – "old skool" rap
  • TheBlaze Radio talk (dropped on 5 April 2017)
  • Entertainment Weekly Radio – Pop Culture News and Reviews
  • Classic College Radio – classic Indie Rock
  • Oprah Radio – self-help talk
  • Top 20 on 20 – was a hits station whose song list was determined by listener voting (dropped on 17 July 2014).
  • World Radio Network – was "An international tour of the news from broadcasters worldwide" (dropped on 25 April 2013)[6][7]
  • Martha Stewart Living Radio – was a variety of programming channel (dropped on 18 February 2013)
  • Playboy Radio – was an uncensored adult content station (dropped on 14 March 2013)
  • Fox News Talk – conservative talk radio operated by the Fox Broadcasting Company (dropped on 14 February 2013)
  • Radio Parallèle – A French-Canadian station started as Franc Parler (17 November 2005 – 16 April 2006), a mens-lifestyle programme, then as SportPlus (17 April 2006 – 8 April 2007)[8] including shock jock Jeff Fillion,[9] then Radio Parralèle (9 April 2007 – 11 August 2011).
  • BBC Radio 1 – modern and current popular radio station operated by the British Broadcasting Corporation (dropped on 9 August 2011)[10]
  • Specials – special events and shows; inherited format from XM Live, a channel that featured musical events, concerts, sporting events, and weekly talk shows (dropped on 12 November 2008)[11]
  • New Country – Replaced by The Highway on 12 November 2008
  • Rumbón (83) – was a tropical/reggaeton radio station (replaced by Caliente on 12 November 2008); later revived on a different channel
  • SIRIUS Disorder (33) – was a Freeform/Eclectic radio station (dropped on 12 November 2008)
  • The System (82) – Various Electronic and Dance, primarily trance and synth-based. Dropped from satellite delivery on 12 November 2008, when the merge of the SIRIUS and XM channel lineups was implemented, but continued on XM Online. Removed 6 February 2009 from XM Online and DirecTV as 1worldspace, where the channel originated, prepared to cease operations resulting from its bankruptcy protection filing in October 2008
  • The Beat (36) – Was a Top 40 Dance Hits station (Replaced by XM's BPM on 12 November 2008)
  • Sirius Super Shuffle (12) – was an adult hits station (dropped from online service 12 November 2008)
  • Laugh Break (105) – dropped on 12 November 2008
  • Universo Latino (90) – Universo Latino is a Spanish Pop mixed music radio station (dropped on 12 November 2008)
  • Boombox (39) – Boombox was a Breakbeat and Old Skool remix radio station on Sirius Satellite Radio channel 39 and DISH Network channel 6034, (dropped on 12 November 2008)
  • Hot Jamz/The Eye (50/26) – Hip-Hop, Urban Contemporary and R&B (replaced by XM's The Heat on 12 November 2008)
  • E! Entertainment Radio (107) – Entertainment news and Celebrity Gossip, (dropped on 12 November 2008)
  • Punk (29) – Was a Punk and Ska radio station. On 15 September 2008, it was replaced with a 24-hour AC/DC channel.
  • Client 9 Radio (126) – Talk channel ran from 14 March 2008, at 5:00 pm ET through midnight on 17 March 2008, to discuss the Eliot Spitzer scandal.[12]
  • LIME Radio (114) – Healthy Lifestyle (dropped on 13 February 2008).
  • Court TV Plus (110) – Live trial proceedings (dropped on 1 January 2008) – channel now broadcasts "P.O.T.U.S.".
  • ABC News & Talk (143) – News/talk and entertainment from ABC (dropped on 24 September 2007).
  • Planet Jazz (70) – Modern Jazz and Contemporary Jazz music (dropped on 7 September 2007)
  • The Who Channel (29) – The Who music (dropped on 1 April 2007)
  • Discovery Channel Radio (119) – Discovery Channel programming (dropped on 14 February 2007).
  • Revolution (67) – Christian rock (dropped on 14 February 2007).
  • Sports Byline USA (122) – Sports Talk and Play-by-Play (dropped on 14 February 2007).
  • Rolling Stones Radio (98) – All Rolling Stones music (dropped on 1 January 2007).
  • PRI (136) – Global Issues (dropped on 25 September 2006).
  • BBC Mundo (182) – (in Spanish) News, (dropped on 25 September 2006)
  • Classical Voices (85) – Opera, (dropped on 25 September 2006)
  • WSM Entertainment Radio (117) – Simulcast of 650 WSM in Nashville. Broadcast the Grand Ole Opry (dropped on 13 September 2006).
  • Sirius RIGHT (145) – Some programming from this channel was merged into Sirius Patriot (dropped on 14 March 2006).
  • Sirius Advice (117) – Advice programming. Upon deletion, programs were added to other Sirius channels (dropped on 14 March 2006).
  • Mexicana (91) – Played Regional Mexican music (dropped on 14 March 2006).
  • EWTN Radio Catolica Mundial (180) – Spanish language Catholic programming (dropped on 14 March 2006).
  • Remix (62) – Played exclusive remixes of modern dance music (dropped on 29 September 2005).
  • Wax (42) – Featured mixed and remixed hip-hop (dropped on 29 September 2005).
  • Slow Jamz (52) – Featured modern soft R&B and Soul ballads (dropped on 29 September 2005).
  • Swing Street (73) – Played swing music from the 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s (dropped on 29 September 2005).
  • Folk Town (38) – Played contemporary and traditional folk music (dropped on 29 September 2005).
  • Hispanic Talk (181) – Featured Spanish language talk radio (replaced with "ESPN Deportes" on 1 December 2005).
  • The Weather Channel Radio (110–112) – Provided continual weather forecasts (dropped on 29 September 2005).
  • Wisdom Radio (132) – Dedicated to new age thinkers and life improvement methods. Rebranded as "Lime" on 29 September 2005.
  • The Word Network (161) – Featured Gospel music and urban ministries from a Protestant and Gospel perspective (dropped on 29 September 2005).
  • Air America Radio (144) – Featured liberal talk radio, mainly which were Air America personalities. Dropped in July 2005 when Air America went exclusively with XM Satellite Radio.
  • Vacation (97) – Played island vacation music—replaced with "Radio Margaritaville" in June 2005.
  • Talk for Women (Our Time) (131) – Featured women-oriented talk and entertainment programming (dropped in May 2005).
  • Street Beat (44) – Featured rap and New Hip-hop hits (dropped in October 2004).
  • La Red Hispana (117) – Featured news and talk programming in Spanish (replaced with "Hispanic Talk" in July 2004).
  • Planet Dance (63) – Played mainstream dance music (replaced with "Area 63"—then Area—in July 2004, then became Diplo's Revolution).
  • Radio Deportivo (128) – Featured sports programming in Spanish (dropped in July 2004).
  • The Border (36) – Played alternative country (replaced with "Outlaw Country" in April 2004).
  • Country Road (32) – Played a mix of classic country and modern country (replaced with "Prime Country" in January 2004).
  • House Party (60) – Played house music (dropped in January 2004).
  • The Vortex (64) – Played trance music (dropped in January 2004).
  • Planet Rhyme (41) – Featured international hip-hop (dropped in January 2004).
  • Vista (82) – Played chamber music (dropped in January 2004).
  • Soundscapes (98) – Played new age music (dropped in January 2004).
  • SIRIUS Sessions (100) – Played live music (dropped in January 2004).
  • Sirius Entertainment (135) – Featured programming about celebrities and the world of entertainment (replaced with "Our Time – Talk for Women" in January 2004).
  • A&E Satellite Radio (137) – Featured programming from the A&E television network (dropped in January 2004).
  • Radio Amigo (140) – A Spanish language talk channel (dropped in January 2004).
  • Radio Mujer (141) – A Spanish language talk channel (dropped in January 2004).
  • The Express (44) – Old School/Funk R&B (dropped in February 2003).
  • 106.7 Lite FM (13) – Simulcast of WLTW 106.7 Lite FM in New York City (dropped in December 2003)
  • Special X – Legacy XM Novelty Music channel (dropped from Satellite feed and relegated to Web around 2004 – dropped from Sirius-XM after merger in 2008)

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The List of SiriusXM Radio channels is a comprehensive catalog of over 150 channels offered by SiriusXM, with the majority (music channels) being commercial-free, provided by a that delivers diverse programming in music, , , , and entertainment accessible nationwide via , , and online platforms. SiriusXM was launched in 2008 through the merger of Sirius Satellite Radio Inc., incorporated in 1990, and , providing subscribers with exclusive content partnerships and 24/7 coverage that distinguishes it from traditional terrestrial radio services. The channel lineup varies by subscription plan (such as Music & Entertainment, Platinum, or All Access) and includes categories like , , , hip-hop, , and , with many channels featuring artist-curated or genre-specific content. A notable aspect of the list is its extensive sports programming, including dedicated 24/7 channels for : SiriusXM NFL Radio on Channel 88, offering NFL news, analysis, and select live games; SiriusXM NBA Radio on Channel 86, providing NBA coverage from draft to finals with ; and SiriusXM NHL Network Radio on Channel 91, delivering talk, interviews, and live game broadcasts. These channels, along with others for MLB, NASCAR, and college sports, highlight SiriusXM's role in live play-by-play and , often preempting regular programming during events. The full list is subject to periodic updates and availability differences between and streaming formats, ensuring broad accessibility while maintaining commercial-free listening on music channels.

Overview

History and Formation

Sirius Satellite Radio was founded in 1990 by as Satellite CD Radio, Inc., marking the beginning of efforts to establish in the United States. The company launched its commercial service on February 14, 2002, initially offering approximately 60 commercial-free music channels along with 40 channels of talk, news, and entertainment programming. Meanwhile, was established in 1998 and began broadcasting on September 25, 2001, providing subscribers with 100 channels of digital audio content, including music, sports, , and . As competitors in the emerging satellite radio market, both services expanded their lineups and subscriber bases throughout the early 2000s, with Sirius focusing on partnerships like those with and emphasizing broad entertainment variety. The was proposed in 2007 and received approval on July 25, 2008, creating SiriusXM as a unified entity after a prolonged regulatory review. This consolidation addressed competitive pressures and aimed to enhance programming efficiency by eliminating redundant channels across the combined offerings of both services. Following the , SiriusXM streamlined its channel lineup to reduce overlap and improve diversity, such as by merging alternative music channels like 's , , and into broader formats. This process allowed for the introduction and expansion of exclusive content, including dedicated sports programming partnerships with leagues like the , , and , enabling 24/7 coverage and live game broadcasts that enhanced the service's appeal. By integrating pre-merger assets, such as Sirius's existing NFL and NBA deals with XM's rights, the merged company broadened its sports offerings and fostered greater programming variety overall.

Channel Numbering System and Availability

Following the , SiriusXM established a that assigns sequential numbers in the range of 1 to 900 or higher, allowing for both satellite and streaming access while accommodating for technical compatibility. This system distinguishes between channels available via (typically lower numbers for core offerings) and those exclusive to the or online streaming (often higher numbers or designated as "app-only"), ensuring seamless integration across platforms without requiring separate hardware for former Sirius or subscribers. Channel availability varies by subscription tier, with basic plans like Music & Entertainment providing access to around 80-100 channels focused on music and entertainment, while premium options such as All Access unlock the full lineup of over 150 full-time channels, including ad-free music, talk, news, and sports. Regional differences exist, particularly between and services, where Canadian subscribers may have access to additional localized content or slight variations in channel availability due to and . Platform access further differentiates options: in vehicles offer nationwide coverage for most channels, the and online portal enable streaming on mobile devices and computers with select channels (some requiring Wi-Fi), and integrations with vehicle infotainment systems like Uconnect provide seamless in-car access to live traffic, weather, and entertainment features. Special notations include the "XL" marking for channels featuring frequent explicit language or mature programming, which are excluded from family-friendly plans to comply with and parental controls. Vehicle integrations, such as those in select , , Jeep, and Ram models via SiriusXM Guardian, enhance availability by embedding directly into the dashboard for . As of 2025, maintains over 150 full-time channels, with premium plans required for comprehensive access to sports play-by-play coverage, including live , , and games on dedicated channels that preempt regular programming during events.

Current Channels

Preview and Promotional Channels

SiriusXM offers a selection of preview and promotional channels designed to introduce listeners to its diverse , accessible to all subscribers and even non-subscribers via free access plans. These channels serve as entry points for sampling content across genres, helping users navigate the service's extensive offerings without requiring full subscription activation. Channel 1, known as SiriusXM Preview (also referred to as XM Preview), functions as a dedicated promotional channel that broadcasts a continuous channel-by-channel listing of all SiriusXM offerings, covering categories from music and talk to entertainment and sports. This 24-hour loop provides detailed rundowns and guides to the service's channels, often interspersed with advertisements to promote subscriptions and highlight exclusive content. It is available for free on all , making it an essential tool for new or potential users to explore the platform's structure. Channel 2, , acts as a preview channel focused on sampling current hits and emerging tracks across pop, hip-hop, , rhythm, , and genres. Featuring artists such as Taylor Swift, , , and , it includes shows like The Morning Mash Up for a taste of high-energy, contemporary music programming. This channel is part of the free access lineup, allowing broad sampling to entice listeners toward other specialized channels.

Pop and Top 40 Channels

SiriusXM's and channels provide listeners with a diverse selection of , tracks, and decade-specific , all delivered in a largely commercial-free format that emphasizes uninterrupted listening experiences. These channels often include artist spotlights, themed shows, and curated playlists highlighting memorable tracks from various eras, distinguishing them through exclusive programming hosted by notable personalities. Channel 2, , focuses on current pop hits and emerging artists, featuring tracks from performers like Taylor Swift, , , , , , , , , and . The channel includes programming such as "The Morning Mash Up," which offers interviews, performances, and discussions, providing listeners with behind-the-scenes insights into the scene. Channel 10, Pop2K, specializes in , evoking nostalgia with songs from artists including P!nk, Kelly Clarkson, , Britney Spears, , , , , , and Rihanna. Hosted by Kim Ashley, it features throwback playlists and storytelling elements tied to the era's memorable tracks, creating an immersive experience for fans of . Channel 7, '70s on 7, delivers the biggest and best hits from the , including influences, with music from icons such as , , , ABBA, , , , , and . Programming highlights include shows like "70s Hits with 'Magic' Matt," which incorporate artist spotlights and era-specific playlists to celebrate the decade's vibrant pop and disco sounds. Channel 9, '90s on 9, centers on pop hits from the , showcasing artists like , , , , , , , , , and TLC. The channel offers commercial-free throwback programming that captures the essence of 90s pop culture through curated selections and occasional special countdowns. Channel 16, The Blend, presents nice and easy from the and , featuring smooth tracks by artists such as , , , , ABBA, , , , , and . This channel emphasizes relaxed, sing-along favorites in a commercial-free environment, with playlists designed for broad appeal and subtle nostalgic elements.

Rock Channels

SiriusXM offers a diverse array of channels dedicated to , spanning , , and genres, providing listeners with commercial-free programming that highlights influential artists and eras. These channels cater to rock enthusiasts by featuring deep album cuts, artist-specific content, and emerging hard rock acts, distinguishing themselves through exclusive partnerships and . Channel 308, known as , focuses on by playing lesser-known tracks, forgotten gems, and rare demos from 's most influential artists, such as , , and Pink Floyd, emphasizing essential albums over mainstream hits. This channel delivers a deep dive into , including live tracks and that showcase the genre's depth beyond radio staples. Channel 18, The Beatles Channel, provides exclusive content centered on the Beatles, including all their hits, album tracks, live recordings, rarities, and solo songs from John, Paul, George, and Ringo, along with music that influenced them and tracks inspired by their legacy. Launched in 2017, it operates 24/8 to celebrate the band's enduring impact on rock music. Channel 22, Radio, features deep cuts from , including studio tracks, , and spanning their career, with opportunities for fan interaction through and . This artist-curated channel highlights the band's evolution within the grunge and scenes. Channel 37, Octane, specializes in and , showcasing the latest from emerging and established acts in an uncensored format that fosters a community of fans. It includes exclusive interviews and new releases to keep listeners at the forefront of the genre's aggressive sound. Channel 34, Lithium, is devoted to and grunge, featuring iconic bands like Nirvana, , , Smashing Pumpkins, , , and Oasis, with programming that recreates the era's raw energy through hits and deeper cuts. The channel often runs themed countdowns and spotlights to evoke the of the decade. A unique aspect of SiriusXM's rock channels includes artist-curated programming, such as those on Pearl Jam Radio and , where band members or affiliates select tracks, and live concert rebroadcasts from rock artists like or , offering immersive experiences not found on standard radio. These features enhance listener engagement by providing behind-the-scenes insights and rare performances specific to rock legends.

Urban, Hip-Hop, and R&B Channels

SiriusXM offers a dedicated selection of channels focusing on , hip-hop, and music, catering to listeners interested in , classic tracks, and that blend with . These channels emphasize high-energy programming that highlights both established artists and emerging talents within the genres, often featuring that mix curated playlists with and artist spotlights. This lineup distinguishes itself by providing access to evolving urban sounds, including influences from like in select tracks. One prominent channel in this category is Hip-Hop Nation on Channel 44, which delivers current hip-hop hits around the clock, featuring straight-from-the-charts tracks from artists such as , J. Cole, Future, Cardi B, , and Drake. The channel represents hip-hop music and culture nationwide, blending classics with today's top songs and incorporating special programming like -style shows hosted by DJs such as Torae to spotlight emerging artists. Channel 46, known as The Heat, focuses on rhythmic pop and hip-hop, staying current with the hottest and hip-hop selections from performers like , Cardi B, , Drake, , and . It features an urban-leaning that includes live DJ mixes and emerging artist features, maintaining a high-energy vibe with tracks that bridge pop influences and urban grooves. For and enthusiasts, Channel 49 offers Flex2K programming dedicated to hits, providing a nostalgic dive into that era's sounds with curated playlists of influential artists. The channel incorporates elements from the 2000s and , including segments that highlight rap legends and occasional spotlights on artists from that period. Channel 50, SiriusXM Fly, specializes in and , delivering nostalgic beats and from that era with artists like Mary J. Blige, , Aaliyah, and . Its programming includes dedicated blocks of throwback and features on emerging artists who draw from that golden period, ensuring a mix of hits and deep cuts unique to urban hip-hop history.
ChannelNameFocusKey Features
44Hip-Hop NationCurrent hits shows, emerging artist spotlights
46The Heat and hip-hop, mixes
49Flex2K hip-hop hitsNostalgic playlists, era-specific segments
50Fly and 2000s hip-hopThrowback mixtapes, era-specific spotlights

Dance and Electronic Channels

SiriusXM offers several channels dedicated to dance and electronic music, catering to listeners seeking high-energy beats, downtempo vibes, and ambient sounds within the EDM spectrum. These channels feature a mix of contemporary hits, exclusive DJ-curated sessions, and thematic programming that distinguishes them from other genres by emphasizing electronic production techniques and club-oriented atmospheres. Channel 52, known as , specializes in high-energy dance hits from leading artists in the scene, including , , , , and . The channel delivers nonstop electronic dance tracks, often featuring the latest releases and popular remixes to keep the energy pumping for club and festival enthusiasts. BPM stands out with its programming of DJ mixes and rebroadcasts from major events, such as live sets from the Palm Tree Music Festival and the Virtual DisDance Festival, providing exclusive access to performances by artists like , , and . Channel 55, SiriusXM Chill, delivers and , emphasizing and genres that evoke relaxing environments like poolside lounges or chic hotels. The channel features melodic sounds from artists in , deep house, and , creating a calming auditory experience with tracks designed for unwinding. SiriusXM Chill incorporates unique elements like occasional mixes tailored to its mellow theme, enhancing the immersive electronic listening. These dance and electronic channels occasionally draw influences from , integrating rhythmic elements that bridge with hip-hop and programming elsewhere in the lineup. Overall, they highlight SiriusXM's commitment to diverse subgenres through exclusive content and partnerships with top and .

Country Channels

SiriusXM offers a dedicated selection of channels focused on , spanning contemporary hits, classic tracks, alternative styles, and traditional , catering to diverse tastes within the genre. These channels provide commercial-free programming that highlights emerging artists, timeless legends, and niche subgenres, often featuring themed playlists and artist-curated content to evoke the spirit of country lore, such as road trips across America or tributes to influential figures in the music's history. Channel 56: The Highway delivers the latest in country music, showcasing new hits from superstars and up-and-coming talents directly from Nashville, with daily hosted shows by personalities like Cody Alan and Buzz Brainard that blend music, pop culture, and entertainment. Programming includes special segments such as "Highway Mornings with Cody Alan" and live events like "Music Row Happy Hour," which feature artist performances and road trip-inspired playlists ideal for long drives, along with breakthroughs like the "Highway Find" spotlighting newcomers such as Lanie Gardner. specializes in from the through the , curated by and featuring icons like , , , , , , and . The channel emphasizes nostalgic tributes to country's golden era, offering listeners a deep dive into traditional storytelling and that defined the genre's lore. Channel 62: Outlaw Country explores alternative and rebellious without boundaries, encompassing , , , , and from both historical roots and modern outsiders. It includes artist-hosted specials like the "Inside Outlaws" series with exclusive performances and hand-picked tracks, paying homage to the 's legacy through curated playlists that capture the genre's defiant spirit. Channel 77: Bluegrass Junction focuses on traditional and contemporary , featuring handmade, heartfelt tracks with weekly shows hosted by artists such as Chris Jones, Ned Luberecki, Joey Black, and . The programming highlights instrumental prowess and central to , including live sessions and tributes that preserve the genre's Appalachian roots and folklore. While some may overlap with on other channels, the primary country lineup remains and genre-focused.

Christian and Gospel Channels

provides a dedicated selection of channels focused on and , offering listeners uplifting content that includes , worship anthems, and rock-infused to support and community. These channels emphasize inspirational programming, often integrating messages from hosts, artist interviews, and occasional live elements to foster a sense of connection and encouragement for audiences seeking . Channel 65, The Message, delivers featuring and with a spiritual purpose, hosted by compassionate personalities who share encouraging messages to guide families on their faith journeys. This channel highlights artists like and , blending modern sounds with devotional content to inspire daily reflection. Channel 64, Kirk Franklin's Praise, specializes in and worship music, presenting divinely inspired R&B gospel tracks from superstars curated by Grammy-winning artist to empower and uplift listeners throughout the day. The programming includes high-energy anthems and inspirational segments that integrate worship elements, making it a go-to for those seeking rhythmic, faith-affirming sounds. Channel 150, Bill Gaither's enLighten, features uplifting, harmony-driven with stories, inspiration, and hope curated by iconic singer/songwriter Bill Gaither. While SiriusXM's Christian lineup evolves, these channels stand out for their unique blend of music and spoken-word integrations, such as host-led devotionals and partnerships with ministries for special broadcasts, distinguishing them as comprehensive resources for Gospel enthusiasts.

Jazz, Standards, and Classical Channels

SiriusXM offers a dedicated selection of channels focusing on , , and classical music, catering to listeners seeking sophisticated and across these . These channels emphasize timeless recordings, contemporary interpretations, and exclusive programming that highlights the evolution of . Available nationwide via and streaming, they provide commercial-free listening experiences that appeal to adult audiences interested in and . , features smooth and contemporary jazz, blending instrumental tracks with a relaxing vibe. It showcases artists such as , David Benoit, Norman Brown, , , , , , , and , offering a mix of and styles. , Real Jazz, features classic jazz as the original American art form, showcasing masters who pioneered the genre alongside new artists continuing the tradition into the 21st century. The channel includes performances by icons such as , , , , , , , , Charlie Parker, and , offering a mix of and that define . Channel 68, Spa, delivers designed for relaxation and wellness, featuring and . It highlights artists like Peter Kater, , , , , , , , , , and , with programming that evokes serene atmospheres through soothing melodies. Channel 69, On , provides a front-row seat to and musical theater, broadcasting complete from classic and current Broadway productions. It features performers like , , , , , , , , , and , with exclusive content such as live event coverage and artist interviews that capture the vibrancy of stage performances. Channel 70, Siriusly Sinatra, serves as the 24-hour home for and the he popularized, extending to similar vocalists and tunes. It highlights artists like , , , , , , , , and , with programming that celebrates the through curated playlists and thematic spotlights on Sinatra's career milestones. Channel 71, 40s Junction, focuses on and , evoking the with upbeat and nostalgic tracks. The channel features artists such as , , , , , , , , , and , presenting a collection of era-defining performances. Channel 75, BB King's Bluesville, offers from past and present, honoring the genre's roots and contemporary expressions. It includes artists like , , , , , , , , , and , with a blend of classic and modern blues tracks. , Symphony Hall, delivers for a broad audience, featuring orchestral classics from yesterday and today performed by renowned ensembles and soloists. The channel spotlights composers such as , , , , , , , , , and , including , , and that emphasize structural elegance and emotional depth. Channel 149, Escape, provides with and . It features artists like , , Ronnie Aldrich, , Romantic Strings, Tommy Garrett, , and , offering relaxing and melodic tunes suitable for background listening. These channels distinguish themselves through unique features like live performance archives from 's studios and dedicated composer or artist spotlights, which offer in-depth explorations of genre-specific innovations without overlapping into religious classical programming covered elsewhere. For instance, includes archival recordings of orchestral works, while On Broadway airs live red carpet events from awards like the , enhancing listener engagement with behind-the-scenes insights.

Kids and Family Channels

SiriusXM offers dedicated channels for kids and family audiences, providing age-appropriate music, stories, and entertainment designed to engage children while ensuring family-safe content. These channels focus on interactive and educational programming that promotes fun learning experiences without exposure to mature themes. Channel 134, known as Kids Place Live, features a mix of top kids' hits, interactive stories, and playful segments that create a atmosphere resembling a part playhouse and part songfest, suitable for children of all ages. The channel includes educational elements such as storytelling sessions and music that encourages and learning, with programming that has been entertaining young listeners since . It emphasizes clean, appropriate content that parents can rely on for constant suitability. Channel 133, Hits, delivers a collection of beloved Disney songs and character-themed music from popular films and shows, including tracks from , Frozen, , , and . This channel provides family-safe entertainment through nostalgic and uplifting Disney soundtracks that foster shared listening experiences for kids and parents alike. Programming highlights the magical essence of Disney characters, offering hours of joyful, thematic music without any adult-oriented elements. Channel 135, , features today's covered by the , offering of current hits suitable for children. Channel 136, Moonbug Radio, provides children's music and shows from iconic , including songs like with friends, promoting laughter, learning, and growth. Channel 702, Disney Jr. Radio (app-only), offers music and shows from Disney Jr., extending the Disney Hits experience with content for younger audiences.

Sports Channels

offers a dedicated lineup of sports channels that provide listeners with comprehensive coverage of , including live play-by-play broadcasts, , and . These channels distinguish themselves through exclusive partnerships with leagues like the , , and , delivering 24/7 programming tailored to fans' interests in game updates, player interviews, and in-depth discussions. Beyond general , the channels emphasize league-specific content, such as pre-game shows, post-game breakdowns, and , accessible via , app, or online streaming. Channel 80, known as , serves as a hub for general , featuring national programming from hosts who cover a wide range of topics including college football, , and emerging sports news. As of January 2026, it includes daily shows like "The Rich Eisen Show" and "Freddie and Harry," providing debate-style analysis without focusing on a single league. This channel integrates segments, such as advice for multiple leagues, and occasionally airs of ESPN content. Channel 81, ESPN Xtra, extends 's offerings with additional sports content, including overflow coverage for major events like and international soccer matches. It focuses on extended for select games and in-depth analysis, often serving as a secondary feed to Channel 80 during high-profile broadcasts. integration here includes real-time updates and expert picks for diverse sports. It features of shows like "First Take" and "SportsCenter." Channel 82, Mad Dog Sports Radio, is centered on unfiltered sports talk hosted by personalities like , emphasizing opinion-driven discussions on NFL, , and topics. The channel features shows such as "Mad Dog Unleashed" and covers betting trends alongside , without live game broadcasts but with heavy analysis of ongoing seasons. Channel 86, SiriusXM NBA Radio, provides 24/7 coverage of the National Basketball Association, including live for and comprehensive pre- and post-game shows. Hosted by NBA experts, it offers league-wide analysis, player interviews, and tools like and . This channel's allow for in-depth coverage of all 82-game seasons and . Channel 88, SiriusXM NFL Radio, delivers round-the-clock National Football League programming, featuring live for select , daily shows like "," and integration with mock drafts and injury reports. It includes expert analysis from former players and coaches, focusing on strategy, standings, and previews. Channel 89, MLB Network Radio, specializes in with 24/7 coverage, including for , on-field reporting, and fantasy baseball resources such as prospect rankings and . Shows like "MLB Network Radio Live" provide real-time updates during the season and offseason trade discussions. Channel 90, SiriusXM NASCAR Radio, focuses on with live race coverage, driver interviews, and analysis of NASCAR Cup Series events. It integrates fantasy NASCAR elements like lineup strategies and track previews, serving as the official radio home for the sport. Channel 91, SiriusXM NHL Network Radio, offers 24/7 National Hockey League coverage, broadcasting live games, hockey news, and fantasy integration with player stats and draft guides. Programming includes shows hosted by league insiders, emphasizing playoff races and international tournaments.

Comedy Channels

offers a dedicated selection of comedy channels that cater to various tastes in humor, ranging from uncensored to family-friendly and celebrity-driven content. These channels provide listeners with continuous access to , , and comedy roasts, distinguishing them through exclusive partnerships and curated libraries of material from renowned comedians. Channel 99, known as Raw Dog Comedy (now rebranded as Raw Comedy), specializes in uncensored featuring both established stars and up-and-coming talents. The channel airs original talk segments, documentaries, and live recordings of and stand-up sets, emphasizing raw, unfiltered humor without commercial interruptions. Listeners can enjoy specials providing a platform for edgy, adult-oriented comedy content. Channel 95, Radio, focuses on , celebrity interviews, and from Comedy Central's extensive library. It includes uncensored tracks from stars like Dave Chappelle and . This channel highlights celebrity-driven comedy, blending with to offer a mix of and . Channel 98, formerly Laugh USA and now , delivers family-friendly laughs through profanity-free material from top comedians such as , , and . The programming emphasizes clean, accessible humor suitable for all ages, including light-hearted and comedic storytelling that avoids explicit content. This channel ensures broad appeal by curating content that promotes wholesome entertainment without compromising on quality or wit. A unique aspect of SiriusXM's comedy channels is the featuring of comedy specials and roasts tailored specifically to comedy formats, such as broadcasts of events like The Best of Laugh Aid and Just For Laughs festivals, which air across multiple channels to provide fresh, event-driven content. These specials often include roasts of celebrities and themed lineups, enhancing the variety and timeliness of the programming.

Entertainment and Talk Channels

SiriusXM's Entertainment and Talk channels provide listeners with engaging discussions on , Hollywood news, and broader , featuring exclusive interviews and interactive elements that distinguish them from . These channels emphasize light-hearted, uncensored conversations that delve into the lives of stars, pop culture trends, and , often incorporating to foster direct audience participation. Channel 109, SiriusXM Stars, specializes in celebrity interviews and revealing talks about life, culture, and personal advice from major . Hosted programs on this channel include intimate discussions with sharing life-changing insights and real conversations with friends in , making it a go-to for fans seeking authentic glimpses into celebrity worlds. Features like daily shows such as Page Six Radio, which airs weekday mornings from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. , deliver the latest in and entertainment news with for listener interaction. Channel 102, now home to Radio Andy, offers news and uncensored entertainment discussions curated by , covering celebrities, music, and current events in a fun, conversational style. This channel spans everything from Bravo-related insights to broader Hollywood commentary, with exclusive interviews and behind-the-scenes access that highlight emerging trends in entertainment. Listeners can engage through live segments that encourage call-ins, providing a dynamic platform for debating pop culture moments. The , primarily on Channels 100 () and 101 (), deliver exclusive shows featuring in-depth celebrity interviews, unique takes on current events, and premium content. serves as the home for , known for its candid, uncensored discussions with and behind-the-scenes entertainment revelations, while complements it with wrap-up shows and additional Stern-related programming. These channels stand out for their , allowing fans to interact directly with hosts and guests during broadcasts. Overall, these entertainment and talk channels on SiriusXM offer unique access to celebrity-driven content, with live call-ins and exclusive interviews enhancing the interactive experience for subscribers interested in Hollywood and pop culture. Brief overlaps with comedy talk segments occur occasionally, but the focus remains on general entertainment discussions rather than standalone humor.

News, Politics, and Public Radio Channels

SiriusXM offers a dedicated selection of channels focused on news, politics, and , delivering , , and to subscribers across . These channels provide to , , and , emphasizing timely updates on global events, political discourse, and . This category distinguishes itself by prioritizing and debate formats over entertainment or music content. Channel 116 features CNN, a 24/7 breaking news service that simulcasts live audio from the , offering on-the-spot coverage of national and international stories, including politics, , and major events. The channel is known for its real-time reporting and includes programs like and , providing up-to-the-minute updates without commercial interruptions. Channel 114 carries the , a conservative-leaning news outlet that broadcasts a live radio of its television programming, focusing on U.S. and world news with an emphasis on opinion-driven commentary and interviews. It features shows such as and , delivering hard-hitting analysis on political issues, business, and security matters from a right-leaning viewpoint. Channel 122 is home to NPR Now, a public radio channel curated by that assembles news, features, and entertainment specifically for SiriusXM listeners, including staples like Fresh Air, , and . This channel emphasizes in-depth storytelling, cultural discussions, and non-commercial public broadcasting, drawing from NPR's extensive network of affiliates for balanced, investigative content. Channel 120 broadcasts the , providing international news from the 's global network, with concise reports on worldwide events, politics, and delivered by correspondents around the clock. The programming includes The Newsroom, a flagship hourly bulletin that offers on breaking developments, complemented by analysis and features from an international perspective.

Religion Channels

SiriusXM offers a dedicated category of religion channels that provide programming focused on spiritual teachings, , prayers, and discussions within various and Catholic traditions, catering to listeners seeking . These channels emphasize religious discourse, family-oriented advice, and prosperity-focused messages, distinct from available elsewhere. Joel Osteen Radio, found on Channel 128, focuses on teachings through daily messages of hope and inspiration from pastors Joel and . It provides 24/7 access to live services, call-in shows, and conversations on , empowerment, and overcoming challenges, encouraging listeners to pursue a . , available on , delivers modern talk radio centered on Catholicism in contemporary society, featuring open dialogues, teachings, and discussions on faith lived in the . Hosted by figures from the , it includes live call-in shows, informative series on Church events, and content aimed at both devout Catholics and those exploring the faith. , on Channel 130, offers solid talk programming, including , informative teaching series, , inspiring prayers, and coverage of events, providing content filled with Catholic hope and inspiration. , broadcast on Channel 131, specializes in Christian family advice and teaching ministries, offering powerful segments on relationships, , and . The channel features entertainment blended with faith-based discussions, including and expert advice to support family life from a Christian perspective. The Billy Graham Channel, available on Channel 460, provides access to timeless messages from spanning , along with reflections from friends and family, focusing on themes of , . It offers 24/7 programming of and related content.

Latin and Spanish-Language Channels

SiriusXM offers a dedicated selection of channels focused on , Spanish-language programming, and cultural content, catering to Hispanic and Latino audiences across . These channels provide a mix of , , and , emphasizing commercial-free listening via and . The lineup reflects partnerships with broadcasters and artists, delivering diverse programming that highlights the vibrancy of Spanish-speaking communities. One prominent channel in this category is Channel 763, Viva, which specializes in hits from established and emerging artists. Launched as part of SiriusXM's expansion into multicultural programming, Viva features a playlist of upbeat tracks from performers like , , and , often including exclusive interviews and live sessions. This channel shares its numbering context with other SiriusXM offerings but maintains a distinct focus on pop-oriented , available nationwide. Channel 765, Flow Nación, is dedicated to and , showcasing high-energy tracks from genres like and hip-hop influences within the Latin sphere. It broadcasts 24/7 with a rotation of hits from artists such as , , and J Balvin, and occasionally features themed blocks around urban festivals or collaborations. Flow Nación stands out for its emphasis on the evolving , appealing to younger demographics seeking authentic street sounds. Channel 151, Hits Uno, delivers top drawn from . The channel plays current , , and in Spanish from global artists, including and , with regular countdown shows and listener requests. This programming helps bridge North American audiences with mainstream trends. Beyond music, these channels incorporate unique elements like coverage of and artist interviews conducted entirely in , fostering a sense of community and . For instance, special segments during events such as celebrations or regional carnivals provide in-depth discussions and behind-the-scenes insights, enhancing the educational and entertainment value for subscribers. International Latin influences from broader global contexts are occasionally touched upon but remain secondary to the core Spanish-language focus. (as of 2024)

French, Canadian, and International Channels

offers a selection of channels dedicated to French-language programming, , and international audiences, catering to diverse listeners beyond mainstream offerings. These channels emphasize , news from Canada and , and global entertainment, often featuring bilingual elements to bridge . This programming distinguishes SiriusXM's international appeal by providing access to and specialized music feeds not commonly available on . One prominent Canadian channel is on channel 169, which serves as Canada's top-rated radio news and information source. It distributes , in-depth analysis, and hosted by , covering topics from current events to , all in a format accessible via and . For French-language content, airs on channel 170, 's national programming. As Canada's for , it delivers news, information, and diverse topics to regions across the country, promoting cultural expression and enlightenment through a mix of talk, interviews, and educational segments. Les Tubes Franco focuses on iconic hits spanning the past 50 years, blending , , and tracks that have shaped the era. This channel highlights music from and , offering a nostalgic and energetic listening experience for subscribers. Previously, ICI Musique provided French music programming, including sub-channels like ICI Musique Chansons () on channel 163 and ICI Musique Franco-Country on channel 166. However, these were discontinued in October 2022 as part of SiriusXM's channel adjustments. International programming includes Radio Monaco, which brings , , celebrity news, and non-stop party vibes from to listeners, evoking a global club atmosphere. These channels incorporate bilingual elements, such as and announcements on , and drawn from , ensuring unique content for multicultural audiences. For instance, occasionally references , complementing broader sports coverage elsewhere.
Channel NumberChannel NameDescriptionSource
169Canadian news, talk, and information from the national public broadcaster.https://www.siriusxm.ca/channels/cbc-radio-one/
170French-language news and programming from Radio-Canada.https://www.siriusxm.com/channels/ici-premiere
(Former 163/166)ICI MusiqueFrench music programming including and franco-country (discontinued 2022).https://broadcastdialogue.com/siriusxm-drops-four-cbc-radio-canada-music-channels/
759Les Tubes Franco , , and hits.https://www.siriusxm.com/channels/les-tubes-franco
340Radio MonacoInternational European and celebrity news.https://www.siriusxm.com/channels/radio-monaco

Seasonal and Holiday Channels

SiriusXM offers a selection of temporary seasonal and holiday channels that are activated annually to provide themed programming during the winter holiday period, typically from early November to early January, allowing listeners to enjoy festive music without commercial interruptions. These channels rotate in programming to cover various holiday traditions and genres, enhancing the service's appeal during peak celebratory times. Holiday Traditions, available on Channel 71 (satellite; streaming on Channel 602 year-round, moves during holidays), focuses on from the through the , featuring artists such as , , , and to evoke nostalgic seasonal vibes. This channel activates on November 4 and runs through December 27 (as of 2025), offering timeless recordings that capture the essence of . Navidad, broadcast on Channel 626, specializes in and traditional sounds, including performances by artists like , , , Tito El Bambino, Marco Antonio Solís, and , catering to Spanish-speaking audiences with vibrant festive music. It typically launches on November 4 alongside other holiday channels and continues into early January (through January 7, 2026, as of 2025), providing a culturally diverse holiday listening option. Holiday Pops, on Channel 622 (streaming; briefly on satellite Channel 76 from ), delivers , featuring and favorites performed by renowned ensembles such as the Mormon Tabernacle Choir, , , King's College Choir, , and . This channel emphasizes instrumental and symphonic interpretations, activating from November 4 through December 26 (as of 2025) to offer sophisticated, ad-free holiday programming rotations.

Former Channels

Discontinued Music Channels

Following the , SiriusXM undertook significant consolidations to eliminate overlapping formats, resulting in the discontinuation or merger of several . These changes, effective , primarily affected from both services, allowing for a streamlined lineup while preserving core genres. Many of these channels had played pivotal roles in introducing satellite listeners to niche music eras and styles pre-merger, influencing the evolution of by providing to archival and deep-cut content that shaped listener preferences for decades-themed and .

Pop and Top 40 Channels

Several pop and rock channels from the were merged due to format redundancies, effectively discontinuing their original standalone identities. For instance, Sirius Gold (channel 5), focused on , was absorbed into 50's on 5, combining elements from both services to create a unified retro pop experience. Similarly, Totally 70’s (channel 7) and Big 80’s (channel 8), which specialized in hits from those respective decades, merged into 70’s on 7 and 80’s on 8, respectively, to avoid duplication and enhance programming depth. These mergers reflected low tolerance for overlapping content amid post-merger subscriber retention challenges, but they historically advanced the popularity of decade-specific channels, fostering nostalgia-driven listening that became a hallmark of SiriusXM's music strategy. 60’s Vibrations (channel 6), dedicated to , followed suit by merging into 60’s on 6. Additionally, Movin’ Easy (channel 4), an , was outright discontinued, likely due to redundancy and shifting listener demands toward more energetic genres.

Rock and Alternative Channels

saw extensive consolidation, with channels like The Vault (channel 16), which featured classic rock deep cuts, merging into to integrate Sirius and 's libraries. This move eliminated redundancy but preserved the channel's influence on promoting lesser-known tracks from iconic artists, contributing to the genre's evolution by encouraging exploration beyond radio singles. Left of Center (channel 26), an outlet, was merged into Sirius XM U, targeting younger audiences with and emerging sounds. Buzzsaw (channel 19), a channel, was temporarily placed on hiatus before merging into The Boneyard, reflecting efforts to consolidate aggressive rock programming amid potential low listenership for niche subgenres post-merger. These changes underscored the merger's goal of efficiency, while historically, such channels helped solidify rock's diversity on pre-.

Hip-Hop, R&B, and Urban Channels

faced similar fates, with Hot Jamz (channel 50), a hip-hop and hits format, merging into to unify from both predecessors. Boombox (channel 39), another hip-hop/R&B-oriented channel, was fully discontinued, possibly due to overlapping content and limited unique appeal. These discontinuations were driven by the need to streamline post-merger offerings, but pre-merger, they played a key role in broadening access to on , influencing the integration of hip-hop into mainstream satellite listening habits.

Country and Folk Channels

New Country (channel 60), focusing on contemporary country hits, was merged into The Highway, combining Sirius and XM's country catalogs to create a flagship for the genre. Bluegrass (channel 65), a niche folk and bluegrass channel, integrated into Bluegrass Junction, preserving acoustic roots music but under a single banner. These mergers addressed format duplication, with historical significance in promoting regional American music styles that might otherwise have remained terrestrial-bound, thus evolving country and folk's presence in national satellite broadcasting.

Jazz, Blues, and Classical Channels

offerings were rationalized through mergers such as Jazz Cafe (channel 71) into Watercolors for , and Pure Jazz (channel 72) into Real Jazz for , eliminating overlaps while maintaining genre variety. Sirius Blues (channel 74) merged into BB King’s Bluesville, focusing on classics. These changes, motivated by , historically supported the revival of instrumental genres on , providing ad-free spaces that influenced listener appreciation for jazz and blues evolution from the mid-20th century onward. No specific discontinuations were noted in the immediate post-merger adjustments, though broader consolidations affected related formats.

Dance, Electronic, and World Music Channels

The Beat (channel 36), a , merged into BPM, consolidating high-energy electronic formats. In , Rumbon (channel 83), a , was absorbed into Caliente, and Universo Latino (channel 82) was discontinued outright. Reggae Rhythms (channel 84) merged into The Joint for unified . The Strobe (channel 37), likely an electronic/dance variant, was also removed. Reasons centered on redundancy, with these channels pre-merger having introduced global and dance genres to , impacting the diversification of accessibility.

Other Music Formats

Specialty formats like Broadway’s Best (channel 77), featuring , merged into On Broadway, and Spirit (channel 66), a channel, into The Message. Sirius Disorder (channel 33), an , was discontinued. Hard Attack (channel 27), a channel, merged into Liquid Metal. These adjustments, primarily for eliminating duplicates, highlighted the merger's role in refining SiriusXM's music portfolio, while historically, they contributed to the platform's reputation for broad genre coverage that shaped 's cultural footprint. In more recent years, channels like TikTok Radio, a pop hits format tied to trends, were discontinued in November 2023 due to the expiration of an exclusivity agreement and shifting partnerships, exemplifying ongoing adaptations to influences.

Discontinued Sports and Talk Channels

Following the , several sports and talk channels from the pre-merger lineups were discontinued or consolidated to eliminate redundant programming and reduce costs, with changes taking effect on November 12, 2008. This included the phasing out of certain XM-originated sports channels, such as those focused on and talk, which were integrated or replaced by Sirius counterparts, influencing the development of unified sports coverage like the current SiriusXM NFL Radio on Channel 88. Reasons for these discontinuations often involved contract expirations and efforts to streamline operations post-merger, allowing SiriusXM to focus on exclusive partnerships for leagues like the NFL and . In 2021, SiriusXM discontinued on Channel 131 for older Sirius-branded radios with limited bandwidth as part of broader lineup adjustments; this talk channel, which featured family-oriented programming, was removed from those devices effective November 3, 2021, to optimize the , but remains available on other platforms. The discontinuation reflected ongoing efforts to phase out from the , similar to earlier sports integrations. More recently, in July 2025, SiriusXM Fight Nation on Channel 156 was discontinued and replaced by Pro Wrestling Nation 24/7, ending all programming on that channel to capitalize on growing demand for content; the show "At the Fights" was relocated to on . This change highlighted SiriusXM's strategy to specialize sports channels amid shifting audience interests. In August 2025, SportsGrid on Channel 159 was discontinued, leaving a void in betting-focused sports talk for many listeners; no specific reason was publicly stated, but it followed layoffs at SportsGrid, including host . The channel's removal underscored transitions in sports broadcasting partnerships, paving the way for alternatives like on Channel 158 to expand 24/7 betting coverage.

Discontinued News and Other Channels

Over the years, SiriusXM has discontinued several news-focused channels as part of programming adjustments following the of Sirius Satellite Radio and , aiming to streamline offerings and consolidate content. One notable example is , a liberal talk and news network that was carried on XM's channel 167 (later rebranded under SiriusXM). The channel provided progressive commentary and news analysis but ceased operations on January 25, 2010, after Air America filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy due to financial difficulties amid a challenging economic environment. In addition to news channels, SiriusXM has phased out various miscellaneous channels, including those dedicated to traffic and weather updates. The SiriusXM 1st Traffic & Weather service, originally launched in 2004 by the and covering major urban areas such as New York, , and Chicago across channels 133–136, was discontinued at the end of February 2023. This move reflected broader programming shifts, with the channels repurposed for other content, following earlier reductions in 2017 based on listener feedback and operational efficiencies. These discontinuations highlight SiriusXM's evolution toward a more focused lineup, prioritizing high-demand categories while addressing post-merger redundancies in public radio and informational programming.

Special and Pop-up Channels

Limited-Time Pop-up Channels

Limited-time pop-up channels on SiriusXM are temporary additions to the service's lineup, designed to provide focused programming for specific events, promotions, or cultural moments beyond the standard channel offerings. These channels are typically launched to coincide with high-profile occurrences such as artist tours, major sports events, or political happenings like elections, offering subscribers exclusive content that enhances coverage of live or timely topics. Unlike permanent channels, pop-ups are short-lived, often running for a defined period to capitalize on current interest and then discontinued. One notable example is Taylor's Channel 13, a pop-up dedicated to Taylor Swift's music that aired from September 20 to October 19, 2025, spotlighting her career highlights, including tracks from , live performances from , and . The channel emphasized her evolving discography, playing her full album The Life of a Showgirl repeatedly upon its release on October 3, 2025, to align with promotional timing for the project. This activation was triggered by Swift's ongoing tour and album rollout, demonstrating how pop-ups tie into artist-driven events to boost engagement. In the sports domain, has activated pop-up channels for major events like the Super Bowl, such as Super Bowl LIX Radio, which launched as a week-long special on channel 106 starting February 3, 2025, hosted by former NFL players and featuring analysis, interviews, and pre-game buildup. These sports-focused pop-ups fill coverage gaps by providing 24/7 immersion into the event, including live commentary and exclusive access not available on year-round sports channels. Similarly, while often leverage existing for extended coverage, pop-ups can supplement with dedicated to handle surges in listener interest during key voting periods. Typically lasting 1 to 3 months—or shorter for event-specific ones like a week for the Super Bowl—these pop-ups allow SiriusXM to respond dynamically to cultural and seasonal demands, increasing through timely, immersive content without committing to long-term channel slots. Their impact lies in bridging temporary content needs, such as in-depth event analysis or , which enhance the service's appeal during peak moments.

Artist-Specific Temporary Channels

Artist-specific temporary channels on SiriusXM are limited-engagement pop-up stations curated by or in collaboration with individual artists or their estates, featuring personalized selections of music, interviews, and exclusive content designed to immerse listeners in the artist's world. These channels typically arise from partnerships between SiriusXM and the artists, allowing for tailored programming that highlights , influences, and behind-the-scenes insights, often programmed with direct input from the artist or their team to create an authentic experience. The creation process involves artists selecting that include hits, deep cuts, live recordings, and rarities, alongside exclusives such as unreleased tracks, , or guest sessions with collaborators and fans of the artist. For instance, these channels frequently tie into significant events like album releases or career milestones, enabling while providing fans with unique access; Billie Eilish curated her channel in 2024 to coincide with the release of her album HIT ME HARD AND SOFT, featuring the full album playback, insights into her creative process with collaborator , and tracks from inspiring artists. Similarly, launched a pop-up channel in 2010 dedicated to his 1973 album , which included archival content and ran as his second such short-term venture on the platform. Other notable examples from include limited-run channels for , featuring band stories and guest DJs like , and for via , with family recordings and guest sets from artists like , all emphasizing artist-curated elements to celebrate legacies. These channels differ from permanent artist-hosted stations, such as those in , by their ephemeral nature focused on timely promotions. Discontinuation occurs after a predefined promotional period, typically lasting 1 to 6 months to align with marketing campaigns; for example, the 2020 artist channels ran for approximately one month from July 15 to August 13, while Billie Eilish Radio was available on satellite for 12 days in May 2024 before extending briefly on streaming through early June. This temporary format allows SiriusXM to refresh its lineup with high-profile, event-driven content without long-term commitments.

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