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Electrolysis, Cotton Candy, and a Kentucky Latina: Transcendent, Ep. 2 Recap
By Peter Lawrence Kane on Thu, Oct 8, 2015
After the previously-on, the second episode of Fuse’s Transcendent pens with a raucous scene of AsiaSF on a busy night. The party atmosphere belies the fact that, after the obligatory introductions of Episode 1, the show is laying the groundwork for some tension to develop.
Transcendent has highest-rated series premiere in Fuse network history
FUSE NETWORK RE-LAUNCHES WITH HIGHEST-RATED SERIES & SEASON PREMIERES IN KEY DEMOS, ATTRACTING DIVERSE, MILLENNIAL AUDIENCE
Original Programming Line-Up Delivers Triple-Digit Growth with Adults 18-34 as Fuse Expands Beyond Music and Targets Latino and Multicultural Viewers
October 7, 2015
NEW YORK AND LOS ANGELES – Fuse (www.fuse.tv), a national television network for the fast-growing, culturally-diverse generation of influencers and tastemakers, ages 18-34 – has had a strong first week following its September 30 re-launch. This includes the new top original series premieres in network history among Adults 18-34 (TRANSCENDENT) as well as Adults 18-49, Households and Persons 2+ (FLUFFY BREAKS EVEN). Additionally, BIG FREEDIA: QUEEN OF BOUNCE remains a winning series for the network, with the season four premiere delivering the highest-ever season premiere on Fuse in the 18-34 demo. (Source unless otherwise noted Nielsen Live+3 Day data.)
The Fuse original programming line-up also performed strongly among its core Latino and multicultural audiences. For example, FLUFFY BREAKS EVEN delivered 83 percent more Hispanic viewers than the network delivered on average in 3Q 2015. Additionally, TRANSCENDENT and BIG FREEDIA attracted audiences that were 79 percent and 75 percent African American, respectively – significantly higher than the network’s previous 3Q 2015 (53 percent) and 2015 year-to-date (47 percent) averages.
“When we made the decision to re-launch Fuse as a network that goes beyond its music roots, we knew that our success would rest largely on the audience reception to original programming that is provocative, honest and relevant to young, Latino and multicultural Millennials. One week in, and we are already seeing our investment in unique talent and creative storytellers pay off,” said Fuse Media President Bill Hilary. “This is of course only the first step, and we can’t wait to roll out the rest of our new line-up as this new Fuse brand continues to grow.”
On September 30, the first night of the new Fuse featured the television premiere of THE FLUFFY MOVIE starring Gabriel Iglesias (the popular comedian affectionately known as “Fluffy”) at 8:30 p.m. ET/PT, followed by the season four premiere of BIG FREEDIA: QUEEN OF BOUNCE at 11 p.m. and new series TRANSCENDENT at 11:30 p.m. With Millennial Adults 18-34, this line-up drove the Wednesday night viewership to triple-digit percentage growth from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. when compared to the both year-to-date (+325%) and year ago (+410%) October 2014 time period averages. Fuse also reached nearly 1.3 million viewers in that time period.
Additionally, the television premiere of THE FLUFFY MOVIE was the network’s top movie premiere in the past 21 months among Persons 12-34 and Adults 18-49. The comedy concert film featuring Iglesias delivered +452% above the 2015 year-to-date Fuse movie premiere average and +370% above year ago Prime average (October 2014).
On October 1, the second night of the new Fuse featured the 10 p.m. ET/PT premiere of Iglesias’ original series FLUFFY BREAKS EVEN, preceded by an encore telecast of THE FLUFFY MOVIE, driving triple-digit growth among Fuse’s Adults 18-34 audience for Thursday night (8 p.m. to 1 a.m.), ahead of both the year-to-date (+125%) and last October (+170%). Additionally, Fuse reached 1.2 million viewers in that time period.
On Friday, October 2nd, the Fuse re-launch week concluded with the season two premiere of SKEE TV at 10 p.m. ET/PT. The talk show featuring live music performances and segments hosted by award-winning DJ, producer, digital media pioneer and entrepreneur DJ Skee was the most watched episode of SKEE TVever. The episode featured “White Iverson” rapper Post Malone, actor Josh Peck from the new Fox series “Grandfathered,” and rising rap star Super Duper Kyle.
As previously announced, Fuse continues to roll out its new line-up this month with the following programming set to premiere in the coming weeks:
· GABRIEL IGLESIAS PRESENTS: THE GENTLEMAN JERRY ROCHA (original special, premieres Saturday, October 17 at 10 p.m. ET/PT) – Being a gentleman has always come easy to Jerry Rocha, which of course depends on how you define the word “gentleman.” Gabriel Iglesias once again presents one of the most exciting voices in stand-up today in THE GENTLEMAN JERRY ROCHA. Rocha’s hilarious perspective on everything from dating younger women to watching older movies is sure to have you laughing and nodding along in approval to this anything but gentle, don’t miss, comedy. It is produced by Gabriel Iglesias, Arsonhouse Entertainment and Levity Productions.
· REVEALED (new series, premieres Saturday, October 24 at 7 p.m. ET/PT) – This Fuse original series showcases an artist’s body of work from his or her point of view through unique interview and behind-the-scenes footage in the studio and on set. Using the artist’s music videos as the soundtrack, each episode gives the viewer an exclusive look into the backstory, creative process, and the ups and downs of life as a musician. Episodes this season focus on Trey Songz, Jason Derulo, Ciara, Nate Ruess, Bebe Rexha and Ed Sheeran. REVEALED is a Fuse Networks production.
Meeting the Ladies of AsiaSF: Transcendent Ep. 1 Recap
By Peter Lawrence Kane on Fri, Oct 2, 2015
The premiere episode of Fuse’s Transcendent, a docu-series following five of the performers from San Francisco’s only transgender cabaret, aired this week. It’s short and rather to the point, introducing Nya, Xristina, Bambiana, Bionka, and L.A., a recent hire who’s just at the start of her transition, with lots of jump cuts around town. L.A. is introduced during a performance montage as a plucked-from-the-audience eagerness spreads across her face, quickly establishing herself as the show’s heart.
Stars of Fuse's 'Transcendent' walk the red carpet
OCTOBER 1, 2015
Did you watch Fuse’s new docu-series, Transcendent? The show, which focuses on the lives of several trans women who work at San Francisco’s popular cabaret club, AsiaSF, premiered Sept. 30 and for the premiere, the women celebrated on the red carpet.
http://colorwebmag.com/2015/10/01/stars-of-fuses-transcendent-walk-the-red-carpet/
INTERVIEW: Transcendent cast gives amazing advice to transgender women
Sep 30, 2015
If you haven’t already started watching Fuse’s programming, you’re missing out. Between the hit show about Queen of Bounce Big Freedia (now in its fourth season!) and now the new transgender docu-series Transcendent, the network is expanding beyond its typical music-focused programming and getting personal.
http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/1096755/transcendent-cast-interview
TV series ‘Transcendent’ looks to break misconceptions of transgender women
By Allyson Escobar
Published: September 30, 2015
An outstanding quality about Transcendent that makes the series stand out from other trans community-focused shows is the diversity of the cast. L.A., Nya, Bionka, Bambiana, and Xristina are everyday women who both struggle with and take pride in being transgender, as well as being racial minorities.
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http://asianjournal.com/entertainment/tv-series-transcendent-looks-to-break-misconceptions-of-transgender-women%E2%80%AF/
Transcendent's Bambiana & Xristina Reveal What It's Like Being Transgender & Latina
![Bambiana[1]](https://i0.wp.com/www.andreajames.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2015/11/Bambiana1-225x300.jpg?resize=225%2C300)
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by Celia Fernandez
SEPTEMBER 30, 2015
Transcendent is a show premiering on Fuse about the ladies of Asia SF, a cabaret restaurant/night club in the heart of San Francisco. The restaurant has been employing people in the transgender community for more than 17 years. We spoke to Bambiana and Xristina about their roles on the show and their journey being transgender women in today’s society.
http://www.latina.com/entertainment/tv/transcendent-bambiana-xristina-transgender-exclusive
Transgender Cabaret Dancers Star In New Fuse Docu-Series ‘Transcendent’: Interview
I Am Cait has given us a look at the life of America’s highest-profile transgender woman, but most trans women’s lives are very, very different. Enter Fuse’s new docu-series, Transcendent, premiering tonight at 11:30pm ET/PT.
The series follows a group of transgender performers at the famous AsiaSF Cabaret & Restaurant in San Francisco. Transcendent was produced by World of Wonder Productions – the team behind BUST favorites like RuPaul’s Drag Race and Big Freedia: Queen Of Bounce – so you know it’s gonna be good.
http://bust.com/transgender-cabaret-dancers-star-in-new-fuse-docu-series-transcendent-interview.html
Ebony: Bionka Takes Great Leaps for Trans Women on 'Transcendent'
BY MICHAEL ARCENEAUX, SEPTEMBER 30, 2015
EBONY.com had the pleasure of speaking with Transcendent cast member Bionka, the sole Black female cast member. She’s fearless, strong, and dedicated to improving lives, as evidenced by her work with City of Refuge, an organization that helps transgender people of color. We talk trans representation, what (if any) pressures she has to represent Black trans women, and what audiences can learn from the show.
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