Citadel Media announced the launch of 10 new nationwide networks designed to provide advertisers with more targeted audiences and prime inventory during key day parts by consolidating similar station formats within the network’s lineup based on consumer behavior. The new networks, which will be in place by Q4 2010, are Contemporary FM; Contemporary FM Weekend; Family FM; Boomer FM; Boomer FM Weekend; News & Info; Upscale Adult; Entertainment Weekend; Metro Latino; and Nuestra Familia. Each offers advertisers detailed characteristics including coverage, audience composition and ratings and also provides unique lifestyle keys.

“We are realigning our network of affiliates into sales networks that are more responsive to the needs of client and agency requests. Our inventory will be matched with the lifestyle attributes of stations’ listeners as opposed to individual shows or products.” said John Rosso, President of Citadel Media. “This effort represents a fundamental change in how we target and allocate inventory, which will result in a greater return on investment for our advertisers.”