Epic Records has officially ushered in a new era of leadership. On March 30, 2026, Sony Music Group announced that Ezekiel Lewis has been elevated to Chairman and CEO of Epic Records. Lewis, who has served as the label’s President since 2023, now takes full command of the iconic label's creative vision and global business operations. In his new capacity, he will report directly to Rob Stringer, the Chairman of Sony Music Group.

Lewis’s rise within the company has been defined by a consistent track record of talent development. Since joining Epic in 2018 as Executive Vice President of A&R, he has been a driving force behind the success of major artists including 21 Savage, Future, and Giveon. His promotion reflects a strategic move by Sony to maintain the label's momentum as a leader in hip-hop, R&B, and pop music.

The appointment marks a significant milestone in Lewis’s career, which began as a hit-making songwriter and producer with the collective The Clutch. Now, as Chairman and CEO, he is tasked with steering the label’s legacy into the future. Industry observers note that his deep roots in A&R make him uniquely qualified to lead the next generation of Epic Records' superstar roster.