K.J. Yossman Sony Music Australia staff have spoken out about the company’s “nightmarish and toxic” culture following CEO Denis Handlin’s abrupt exit last week, with some even exploring legal action.Until last week, Handlin was Sony Music’s longest-serving employee, having been with the label for over 50 years.
His departure was unexpectedly announced in a company-wide memo from Sony Music’s U.K.-based chairman Rob Stringer, who said it was “effective immediately.” His ousting reportedly sent “shockwaves” through Australia’s music industry.Stories of SMA’s male-dominated, alcohol-fuelled culture had been swirling in the Australian press for weeks in the run-up to Handlin’s exit.
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