I can tell I didn't grow up on Music Television. I like The Tube, but usually end up leaving it on in the background when I'm typing or reading. If I haven't heard the song in awhile, I'll look up. Their music choice seems to be far less about whatever is the flavor of the month than the big name music networks. I'm sure the target demo is probably older than MTV or a little more knowledgable than VH1.
Anyway, the 11720 transponder comes in about 49% on an average day, but tends to fade out at 9am, but it fine by 5pm. I've read before that the TP is a little weak thanks to a neighboring EchoStar bird.
I missed out on Deluxe, but hopefully it's just slow on getting going.