Stephen Giuttari is named OM for Townsquare Media's Albany station cluster which includes Rock WQBK, Country WGNA, Sports WTMM, Adult Hits WQSH and Hip-Hop Translator HOT 99.1.

Changes at Entercom-Memphis sees the exit of Classic Hits WKQK morning co-host Karen Perrin and AC WRVR afternoon talent Bill Bannister.

AC KCLE (Classy 97)/Pocatello, ID adds Amy Taylor for middays, starting August 6.

Zoey joins Rock WFXH (Rock 106.1)/Savannah-Hilton Head as MD and midday host. Zoey was previously at Rock WBSX/Wilkes Barre-Scranton and replaces Billie Marshall, who recently segued to sister Country WUBB.

The New York Post reports that Warner Music Group owner Len Blavatnik has purchased a stake in European streaming music service Deezer. Deezer has 18 million accounts in over 100 countries overseas and has yet to make an attempt to enter the U.S. market. However, sources tell the Post that Blavatnik hopes to bring the service Stateside.

Emmis Communications has delayed its shareholder vote, originally set for August 14, which would potentially wipe out over $34 million in stock dividends. Earlier this week, Emmis preferred shareholders asked an Indianapolis judge to block the meeting, alleging that the proposed changes are the first step in a new plan for Jeff Smulyan to attempt taking Emmis private once again. Bloomberg reports that U.S. District Judge Sarah Evans ended the hearing suggesting that both sides find a way to compensate the shareholders for any losses, while also letting Emmis move forward with its plan. Evans is expected to make a ruling by August 31, and Emmis will not reconvene its board until after Labor Day.

The National Association of Broadcasters announces that Melissa Etheridge will perform at the NAB Marconi Radio Awards Dinner & Show on Thursday, September 20 at the Hilton Anatole in Dallas. The highlight event, sponsored by St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, is part of the 2012 Radio Show, produced by the NAB and the Radio Advertising Bureau.
     "Melissa Etheridge is an extraordinary artist who’s sure to deliver an unforgettable performance at this year’s Marconis," said NAB EVP of Radio John David. "We look forward to hearing her perform classic hits as well as songs from her highly anticipated new album."