Overton To Step Down: Sony/Nashville Chairman/CEO Gary Overton is stepping down March 31 in a mutual agreement with Sony Music Entertainment. "Working at Sony Music has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my career,” Overton says in a statement released moments ago. “I will deeply miss the talented team at SMN, but I am also excited about starting the next chapter of my career. I want to thank the amazing staff for their tireless commitment to supporting our incredible artists.”