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MTV to shut down international music channels by 2025 end: ‘End of an era’ | Mint
- MTV will shut down its international music channels by the end of 2025, ending an era for the network
- The closures will affect MTV Music, MTV Hits, and 80s/90s blocks in the UK and several European countries
- France, Germany, Poland, Australia and Brazil are among regions cited for the shutdown
- Analysts say digital platforms have overtaken traditional music TV as the reason for the shutdown
- MTV’s shift mirrors broader restructuring efforts after a merger with Skydance
- Some MTV-branded channels will remain in the United States, with the flagship MTV HD continuing in the UK for entertainment
- Fans and former VJs describe the shutdown as the end of an era for MTV’s cultural influence
- Experts say immediacy and interactivity on digital platforms have redefined music consumption
- The article notes MTV’s historical impact on youth culture and fashion
- The report highlights calls for releasing MTV Europe’s archival footage to the public
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