August 1, 2006 marks the 25th anniversary of MTV. Just because MTV is in denial about turning 25, it doesn't mean its sister channel can't celebrate. The party will be on VH1 Classic, which will air the entire first day of MTV from August 1, 1981.

MTV: Music Television was launched with the words, "Ladies and gentlemen, rock and roll." John Lack's intro was followed by the Buggles' "Video Killed the Radio Star," and music videos were launched on the small screen, along with VJs, who served as hosts.

VH1 Classic's all-day celebration will have archival footage that includes the ad campaign, "I want my MTV" and the network's original VJs: Alan Hunter, Martha Quinn, JJ Jackson, Nina Blackwood and Mark Goodman.

Watch it on VH1 Classic
Tuesday, August 1, 2006: all day, starting at 12 AM eastern time
Saturday, August 5, 2006: all day, starting at 9 AM eastern time

WTF?! VH1 airing MTV's first day?...way to mooch off of the sister station! Smart move to me...

I can't believe they're doing this. This is seriously awesome.

Of course, MTV won't even ACKNOWLEDGE it. Pathetic.

It's not like TLC can go and perform Waterfalls.

A Very cool idea...I wonder if they've ever aired the early Carson-hosted TRL shows...

Dammit, I wish I had cable again.

Wow, just noticed this thread. I was very excited to hear about this but sort of disappointed when I realized it wasn't going to be all of the original programming. I'm glad to see older videos though... actual videos... it's amazing! No sarcasm, because it is still more than what would be shown on most channels. I'm just glad VH1 did something to celebrate 25 years of MTV. This is gonna be a great day nonetheless.