Sirius XM Ups Blatter to Sr. VP/Music Programming

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Sirius XM Radio ups 6-year company vet Steve Blatter to Senior VP/Music Programming overseeing all of the satcaster's commercial-free music channels via satellite and the Internet. He replaces Jon Zellner, who joins Clear Channel as Senior VP/P. Blatter will continue to be responsible for the Sirius XM Talent and Industry Relations department, as well as the Virus Channel featuring the "Opie & Anthony Show."

"Steve Blatter's broad experience in programming is a great asset as we add to and deepen our music programming line-up," said President/Chief Content Officer Scott Greenstein. "His dedication to outstanding programming strengthens SIRIUS XM's initiative to deliver superior music channels."

"In the very competitive world of audio entertainment, our unique and robust music platform is unparalleled," added Blatter. "It is an exciting ever-changing time for music entertainment and I look forward to working with the Sirius XM music programmers and on-air personalities to take our music line-up to a new level."