J Records, the record company headed by Clive Davis, has announced the appointment of Michelle Santosuosso as Vice President, Crossover. Michelle Santosuosso, formerly the Editor of Crossover Music for Hits magazine, had been the Program Director for KMEL in San Francisco for four years, and PD at KKBT in Los Angeles for two years.
Ms. Santosuosso joins the promotion team headed by Richard Palmese.
Santosuosso said, “Because so much of my career has been based on breaking new music, it is nothing short of an honor to work with Clive Davis and be part of such a cool team. And it is a privilege to work beside the incredible experience and expertise of Richard Palmese who has always been a massively respected force at radio. I’m so excited for this opportunity!”
Richard Palmese, executive vice president of promotion comments, “I’m thrilled that Michelle has joined us. Her extraordinary accomplishments in radio compliment her promotion abilities. Most of all, Michelle loves and lives the music. Her passion and enthusiasm are unmatched.”
J Records is a private joint venture between Clive Davis and BMG Entertainment. Ã