Black River Entertainment has added Jim Malito as Director of Radio Promotion, West Coast.

The music industry veteran’s previous career stops include posts at Warner Music Nashville, BBR Music Group, Dreamcatcher and Stone Country Records, where he most recently held national positions.

“I’m excited that Jim has agreed to join our team here at Black River,” shares Bill Macky, VP, National Promotion. “His years of experience in regional and national promotion, plus his ‘let’s get it done’ work ethic, makes him an excellent addition to our staff.”

“When contacted about joining the independent powerhouse label, Black River Entertainment, I jumped at the opportunity,” says Malito. “Gordon Kerr, Rick Froio, Bill Macky and the entire team have consistently delivered hits from Kelsea Ballerini as they continue to grow their roster. I’m excited to be part of the future of Black River Entertainment!”

He remains based in Phoenix, and can be reached at [email protected].

Hollabaugh, a staff writer at MusicRow magazine, has over 20 years of music business experience and has written for publications including American Profile, CMA Close Up, Nashville Arts And Entertainment, The Boot and Country Weekly. She has a Broadcast Journalism and Speech Communication degree from Texas Christian University, (go Horned Frogs), and welcomes your feedback or story ideas at [email protected].

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