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Sylvia Rhone named new Epic CEO
By Andy Malt | Published on Wednesday 24 April 2019
Sony Music has promoted Sylvia Rhone to Chair and CEO of its Epic Records label in the US. She replaces LA Reid, who exited the company two years ago following accusations of “unlawful harassment”.
“Sylvia is a trailblazing and iconic executive who has played a critical leadership role in driving Epic’s recent artist development success”, says Sony Music CEO Rob Stringer. “Her wealth of experience and passionate support of artistic vision will help us further grow the reach of Epic’s roster around the world”.
Rhone herself adds: “I am excited to continue my amazing journey at Epic Records supported by Rob Stringer’s vision and leadership. Everything we do is a testament to our incredible artists who set the bar of the entire Epic culture, inspiring our dedicated executive team every day and enriching the legacy of this great label”.
Rhone has been President of Epic since 2014, and has worked with the company via a distribution deal with her own label Vested In Culture since 2012. During her career, she has also held executive positions at Warner and Universal, including as CEO of Elektra and President of Motown.
