Townsquare Media, Inc. yesterday announced a significant corner office realignment -- let's start with Bill Wilson and Dhruv Prasad, who have been named as Co-Chief Executive Officers, reporting to the Board of Directors. Steven Price (second from right), Townsquare's founder and current CEO, will transition into the new role of Executive Chairman of the Board, and Erik Hellum has been appointed as Chief Operating Officer, Local Media.

Wilson (left) most recently served as Townsquare's Executive Vice President and Chief Content & Digital Officer; Prasad (second from left) co-founded Townsquare in 2010 and was most recently Executive Vice President, Live Events. Hellum also joined Townsquare in 2010; he previously served as President of GAP West until August 2010, when Townsquare acquired GAP Radio Broadcasting.

"Appointing two of our longtime senior executives as Co-Chief Executive Officers will allow Townsquare to strengthen and solidify its management team while preserving continuity and stability," said David Quick, a Townsquare Board Member since inception and Managing Director at Oaktree Capital Management, L.P. Townsquare's principal shareholder. "Our Board is pleased that Steven will continue to focus on the Company's overall strategic direction and we are appreciative that Townsquare will continue to benefit from Steven's counsel through his continued leadership of the Board." Price remarked, "I want to congratulate both Bill and Dhruv on this well-deserved appointment. I'm confident that this team, along with the rest of our senior executives, will lead our organization superbly as we further strengthen our position in the marketplace. I'm eager to begin my new role as Executive Chairman and look forward to working with Bill and Dhruv to execute upon the Company's strategy."

No less excited was Bill Wilson, who said, "I am excited to lead Townsquare in reaching new heights and continue as the premier local advertising and marketing solutions Company in the heartland of America. And we are pleased that Erik Hellum will take on added responsibilities as COO, Local Media." Prasad added, "I'm very grateful to Steven and the Board for this opportunity, and I'm excited to get to work with Bill, Erik, Stu and the rest of Townsquare's management and employees to continue to grow our business and deliver value to our stakeholders."

RAMP has confirmed the news that has been circulating for a few days -- while there is no formal announcement, Entercom is indeed transferring Florida RVP Susan Larkin out to San Francisco to assume command of the company's Bay Area cluster. She will succeed Steve DiNardo, who exited last week.

Larkin (pictured) joined Entercom in July of this year as a Regional Vice President. transitioning from Cox Media Group, where she had served in a similar capacity, overseeing the 14 radio stations in the company's Orlando and Jacksonville clusters. Larkin previously spent nine years as VP/GM for Cox Media Group Orlando. Before joining CMG, Larkin was General Sales Manager for ABC-Disney Radio in Minneapolis and a National Sales Manager and Account Manager in Columbus, Tampa and Syracuse, among other stops.

• As the upcoming Entercom/CBS Radio mega-merger draws closer, it was recently announced that Entercom is spinning off KOIT and Urban AC KBLX/San Francisco and Classic Rock KUFX (98.5 K-Fox)/San Jose, while CBS Radio has put Top 40 KMVQ (99.7 NOW!)/San Francisco on the block.

• Post-merger (and after the spin-offs), the revised Entercom San Francisco cluster will look something like this: Entercom Sports-Talk KGMZ (95.7 The Game) and Rhythmic AC KRBQ (Q102.1) will be joined by current CBS Radio Alternative KITS (Live 105), Hot AC KLLC (Alice @ 97.3) and News-Talk simulcast KCBS-AM and KFRC-FM.

The World Famous KROQ/Los Angeles announced its annual KROQ Almost Acoustic Christmas show -- a concert event so big, half of it will run on Saturday, December 9 and the second half happens Sunday, December 10 at The Fabulous Forum in Los Angeles.

As you might expect, the line-up is mighty massive -- Night One: Muse, Thirty Seconds To Mars, Queens of the Stone Age, Rise Against, Prophets of Rage, Run The Jewels, Cold War Kids, Judah & The Lion and Royal Blood. Night Two: Morrissey, The Killers, Weezer, The Lumineers, Foster The People, Phoenix, Walk The Moon, Franz Ferdinand, X Ambassadors and Vance Joy.

Tickets go on sale at high noon this Friday, October 20 at Ticketmaster.com. All proceeds will benefit two excellent local charities: Para Los Niños and the Al Wooten Jr. Heritage Center. "For the 28th year, KROQ is proud to announce another great line-up for THE most anticipated Alternative rock show in the country," said the World Famous Kevin Weatherly, SVP of Programming for CBS Radio Los Angeles. "We are thrilled to be able to support the charities that benefit from these amazing two nights of music."

In a related story, CBS Radio Alternative sibling KITS (Live 105)/San Francisco ripped the wrapping paper off of the line-up for its annual Not So Silent Night 2017, featuring ten bands over two big nights at the Oracle Arena on Friday, December 8 and Saturday, December 9.

Night One stars The Lumineers, Portugal. The Man, Vance Joy, Manchester Orchestra and Welshly Arms. Night Two features The Killers, Weezer, Foster The People, Walk The Moon and Alice Merton.

Live 105 PD Jacent Jackson said, "Live 105's Not So Silent Night has been a showcase for the best talent in Alternative music for many years, and this year is no exception. We are thrilled to celebrate the music with our listeners over two unforgettable nights at Oracle Arena." Tickets go on sale to the general public on Friday, October 20 at 10am at livenation.com.

Beasley Media Group will present Vegas Strong: A Night of Healing tomorrow evening at Orleans Arena. The concert will honor all victims, survivors and first responders from the October 1st tragedy and feature country superstars Big & Rich and Cam, plus a surprise performance from one of Country's most renowned acts!

“Due to the kindness and support of the Beasley family, Mega Country Recording Artists, the Country Community and The Orleans Arena/Boyd Gaming we have the opportunity to present A Night of Healing for affected families and also give special thanks to our First Responders," said Tom Humm, VP/Market Manager of Beasley Media Group Las Vegas. "It's our privilege and honor to help in any small way we can as proud members of this community. Vegas Strong!"

John Candelaria, Operations Director of Beasley Las Vegas, added, "I'm so proud of the Las Vegas community. We have heavy hearts, but as displayed the night of the shootings, we have yet again banded together to support one another. I'm forever thankful to Big & Rich, Cam and the surprise secret performance from a Country mega-superstar group for agreeing to perform at this free event to benefit the Steve Sisolak Las Vegas Victims' Fund." To date, the fund has raised nearly 11 million dollars.

Candy added, "I am thrilled with the response. When we announced free tickets were available for download, all 4,500 tickets were reserved in less than two hours. Orleans Arena distributed 2,000 tickets to first responders and their families. This will be a wonderful night of healing through music. This event would not be possible without the hard work of Market Manager Tom Humm, Executive Vice President of Programming Justin Chase, Beasley Country Format Captain Donald Stout, Boyd Gaming and the incredible staff of Orleans Arena. As Mayor Goodman stated, 'We are a close-knit community and will not allow this event to define or deter us.'" 

• Dallas-based MusicMaster, Inc. and CBS Radio jointly announced a new partnership -- CBS Radio has chosen MusicMaster's scheduling software to power programming across its roster of radio stations.

"We are excited to partner with MusicMaster and provide our team with their advanced music scheduling software," said Jeff Sottolano, Vice President of Programming, CBS Radio. "Their tools will empower our best-in-class programmers to curate amazing audio experiences for our listeners."

Launched in 1983 by President/Founder Joe Knapp as A-Ware Software, MusicMaster is now in use in over 100 countries. Knapp commented, "The explosive growth of MusicMaster continues with an exciting opportunity to serve CBS Radio, including some of America's finest radio stations. The impressive list of legendary call letters that have joined the MusicMaster family is mind-blowing. The initial positive feedback makes us especially proud as we look forward to many years of helping these stations grow in new ways with MusicMaster."

• Stay tuned for the officially sanctioned press release, loaded with awesome quotes and stuff, but, thanks to our alert friend Blaine Thompson at Indiana RadioWatch, RAMP has learned (and confirmed) that iHeartMedia has brought back company vet Bo Money as the new PD of Urban WZRL (Real 98.3)/Indianapolis. Mr. Money (left) last worked for iHeartMedia as PD of KQBT (93.7 The Beat)/Houston, until he exited in August 2016.

Indiana RadioWatch also reports Money will do afternoons on Real 98.3 and serve as Regional Urban PD. Stand by for further details.

• Yesterday we told you Max Media Rhythmic Oldies KJHM (Jammin' 101.5)/Denver had tapped market vet Kendall B to helm a brand new morning show, which launched yesterday.

To paraphrase the immortal Paul Harvey, here now is "the rest of the story" -- Kendall B succeeds SLiM (left), who steps down from mornings on Jammin', but still remains plenty busy with his other responsibilities as cluster Production Director for Max Media Denver and afternoon drive personality on Throwback sister KFCO (FLO 107.1). Hey, thanks for listening!

• We informally reported this news about 10 days ago when Jeff Pope and Marla Davies exited mornings on Alpha Media Hot AC KEZR (Mix 106)/San Jose, but hey, we just got the official press release announcing the Premiere-syndicated Brooke & Jubal made their South Bay debut yesterday morning on Mix 106.

Alpha Media VP of Content Ronnie Stanton commented, “It's been a joy to watch the success story of Brooke & Jubal grow in multiple U.S. markets over the past couple of years, and it's a genuine thrill to bring this world-class show to the Bay Area." No less excited and/or thrilled at this announcement is Alpha Media San Jose Market Manager Lori Heeren, who remarked, "I'm excited to give both our listeners and our advertisers the amazing Brooke & Jubal show."

• Syndicated Country program The Fitz Show has been cleared for takeoff in afternoon drive in Alaska and Texas on three Alaska Broadcast Communications (ABC) stations: KTKU (Taku 105)/Juneau, AK, KGTW (Gateway Country)/Ketchikan, AK and KBYB (Hot 101.7/99.3)/Texarkana.

"We are elated at The Fitz Show joining us in all three markets," said a seriously elated Chuck Geiger, PD of the Juneau Radio Center. He added, "I have often called Fitz 'the Seacrest of Country,' with more showbiz and energy."

• CBS Radio Hot AC KMXB (Mix 94.1)/Las Vegas is pleased and proud and whatnot to present Mercedes in the Morning's Not So Silent Night featuring Kelly Clarkson and special guest All Time Low, with more guests TBA. The annual concert event returns to The Joint at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Las Vegas on Sunday, December 3.

Ticket prices start at an incredibly reasonable $35.80 (plus applicable service fees) and go on sale at 10am this Friday, October 20 at the Hard Rock Hotel box office, at axs.com and 888.9.AXS.TIX.

A portion of the proceeds from each ticket sale will be donated to the Las Vegas Victims' Fund.

• Advanced Media Partners' Triple A WWCT/Peoria, IL announced that Vance Joy will be co-headlining the 4th Annual CT Snow Ball Concert with Moon Taxi and JD McPherson on Wednesday, December 13 inside the spacious confines of the Peoria Civic Center Ballroom.

Tickets to this all-ages show go on sale on this Friday, October 20 at 10am and are available at the Peoria Civic Center Box Office and online at WWCTFM.com. General admission tickets are only $35 in advance; Golden Circle ticket packages are $60. Concertgoers are asked to bring a new, unwrapped book or toy so that every child at Children's Hospital of Illinois can receive a holiday gift.

"We are very excited to have these three World Class artists perform as part of our Annual CT Snow Ball," said Marc Alghini, PD of WWCT and host of The CT Morning Blend. "Over the past four years, our listeners have generously donated over $50,000 worth of books and toys to the Children’s Hospital of Illinois," says “We expect this year to be an even greater success than the last three years, and we all can look forward to an evening of fantastic music and bringing joy and happiness to the kids over the holidays."

• Saga Communications is looking for more than just another PD -- We are in search of a super creative programmer; the person who is not only able to capture the mind of the audience -- but one who knows how to court listeners and capture their hearts. Do you know how build true creativity through vulnerability, excitement, conflict, drama, & storytelling? You'll also get to live in one of America's most beautiful and fastest growing cities in one of the most compelling radio markets.

Saga's Charleston Radio Group has an immediate opening at Adult Hits WAVF (101-7 Chuck-FM). Are you great on the air? Do you understand social media and the importance of using both the microphone and the keyboard? Do you love to write imaging that says more than just "The Variety Station," or "Today's Best Music?" If your creativity doesn't set you apart from all the others, go to the next opening. However, if the preceding info accurately describes your PD skills, then immediately email your best materials to Saga VP of Programming Bob Lawrence at blawrence@sagacom.com. Saga Communications is an EOE.

• Sarkes Tarzian Inc. is seeking a Promotions Director for its Ft. Wayne, IN radio group -- AC WAJI (Majic 95.1), Classic Hits WLDE (Fun 101.7) and Alternative WAJI-HD2 (ALT 99.5). As the official posting reads, "The Promotions Director will work with programming, digital and sales departments to develop and execute successful promotional campaigns; build and maintain relationships with advertisers, and promotional partners; serve as the liaison representing the station and its promotional opportunities. This is a position that will report directly to the Operations Manager."

Candidates should have an understanding of digital marketing & promotion and social media platforms, and experience in promotions, marketing, radio or related industry is preferred. Sound good? Apply via email -- send your resume to jobs@stfortwayne.com. Sarkes Tarzian Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Cumulus Media NewsRadio KKOB/Albuquerque, NM recently sponsored a hot air balloon -- a savvy marketing move, considering how many humans were in attendance at this week's Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta.

The Fiesta was actually started by KKOB in 1972 to celebrate the station's 50th anniversary. Fast-forward to 2017, and the Fiesta just celebrated its 46th year and has now become largest ballooning event in the world, attracting over one million people to Albuquerque each year!

Broadcast industry legend, raconteur and snappy dresser Dwight Douglas has been typing like the proverbial bat-out-of-hell of late, cranking out books at what leading scientists describe as "an alarming rate." DD was nice enough to personally reach out to RAMP to loudly announce the publication of his latest book, If God Could Cry... The True Meaning of Mercy, the follow-up to his highly successful If God Could Talk... The Diary of a TV Journalist.

This new book takes place over the course of the year 2015 in the life of famous cable TV journalist/talk show host, Jonas Bronck. After leaving New York on his quest to find truth, Bronck tours the world and finds himself in the middle of terrorism and personal torment, all in the name of journalism, causing him to ask, 'If God could cry, would he be crying for us, or with us?'

If God Could Cry... The True Meaning of Mercy is now available on Amazon Books, GoodReads.com and Barnesandnoble.com, along with Dwight's most recent masterwork, Donald Trump: Repeal, Replace, Impeach. "After two years of trying to write a book about terrorism in the new world disorder of Donald Trump, we were able to publish this follow-up to the first book," Douglas tells RAMP. "This book is a religious fictional novel. I live to create oxymoronic phrases and controversial conundrums with every word I make, every breath I take. Okay, that last part wasn’t me. Enjoy." For interview requests with Mr. Douglas (as he prefers we now call him), please email TheDreamWindow@aol.com.