News - 19/10/2016

Rob Stringer is now Sony Music's CEO and Doug Morris becomes Chairman

Rob Stringer is now Sony Music's CEO and Doug Morris becomes Chairman

Michael Lynton, CEO of Sony Entertainment, announced that Sony Music Entertainment CEO Doug Morris will assume the role of Chairman in April 2017. Rob Stringer, currently Chairman and CEO of Columbia Records, will then become CEO of Sony Music Entertainment - with overall operational responsibility for Sony Music Entertainment globally and reporting directly to Lynton.

Lynton commented:

I want to thank Doug for his dedication and continued commitment to Sony Music. He has been an innovative force in the music business for over five decades and I look forward to working with him in this next phase of his outstanding career. In his new advisory role he will report directly to me. Since 2011, he has expertly led Sony Music through some of the most transformative and challenging issues facing the music industry, while each year increasing the company’s market share and profitability.  His passion for music, devotion to artists and tireless energy has made Sony Music the industry leader it is today.

Commenting on Stringer’s appointment, Lynton stated:

Rob Stringer is one of the most skilled and successful executives in the music industry. His efforts and achievements at Columbia have contributed immeasurably to the overall strength of Sony Music worldwide. Not only is he a tremendous developer of talent and nurturer of stars who has overseen numerous massive hits, but also he is an innovator who understands how to grow revenue and market share in the rapidly changing music business. His ability to adapt to meet the needs of artists and fans in a dynamic marketplace that mixes digital audio, visual media and physical goods makes him the perfect fit to head the company moving forward. I am thrilled to have him leading Sony Music’s next chapter.

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