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The StageLeft Podcast

Chris Simpson

Booking Overview

This is a music-industry interview show focused on firsthand stories from musicians, producers, session players, and other professionals working behind acclaimed artists and live or studio productions. Agencies could credibly pitch established working musicians, producers, touring specialists, and collaborators with distinctive experience alongside recognized acts; booking difficulty is medium because the show values credible industry access but also features working professionals beyond headline stars.

Metrics

Episodes: 145

Frequency: Monthly

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000

Listener location: United Kingdom

YouTube: 2.3k subscribers

Instagram: 2.4k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

simmo.cs@gmail.com

simmo.cs@googlemail.com

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Host

Chris Simpson - Host of The StageLeft Podcast and a professional coach who has worked with Team GB athletes.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Working musicians, producers, session players, touring professionals, and other music-industry practitioners with firsthand experience alongside recognized artists or on notable recordings and performances.
Required Achievements:  
Touring or recording credits with established artists, Participation in acclaimed albums, live performances, or major festivals, Long-term experience in professional music production or performance

Recent Guest Discussions

Clive Deamer - Portishead's 1997 Roseland NYC Performance, Rehearsals, Live Performance, And The Legacy Of The Roseland Recording.

Colin MacIntyre - Songwriting Psychology, Album Creation, Collaboration With Authors, Visual Storytelling, And Balancing Control With Collaboration In Production.

Danny McNamara - Songwriting, Songwriting Camps, Avoiding Conventional Choruses, The Role Of Songs For Listeners, And Knowing When A Song Is Complete.

Jack Bates - Touring, Musicianship, Performing Joy Division And New Order Material, Smashing Pumpkins Rehearsals, Recording, Pressure, And Life As A Stage-left Musician.

Willy Bishop - Touring, Studio Work, Festival Performance, Production Techniques, Modern Musicianship, And Building A Career In The Music Industry.

Recent Topics

Music, Music Industry, Songwriting, Music Production, Touring

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
The StageLeft Podcast
:

146: Russ Pritchard - BONUS LIVE EPISODE - Playing Oasis songs with Noel Gallagher

September 27, 2026

In this bonus episode, Russ Pritchard shares his journey from early struggles to playing stadiums with Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds, offering insights into success, songwriting, and the music industry. Russ Pritchard's early struggles and side jobs The definition of success for musicians The co-writing and popularity of Valerie Deciding when a song is finished Evolution of bass playing in different bands Choosing and switching bass guitars on tour Qualities sought by Noel Gallagher in b...

145: Clive Deamer of Portishead on their iconic 1997 Roseland NYC show - live episode

August 28, 2026

Join us for a recorded live episode with Clive Deamer of Portishead, who analyses and reflects on the iconic Roseland NYC 1997 show, which is regarded as one of the greatest live albums of its era. A surprisingly emotional experience, we dive deep into the show itself, the period around the rehearsals and Portishead’s legacy. Thank you to Steve Baker from The LongPlay Sessions for putting on the event, we may well do more. If you’d like to do a similar event with us - contact us at chris@thes...

144: Mull Historical Society

July 22, 2026

Join us as Colin MacIntyre of Mull Historical Society shares insights into the psychology of songwriting, album creation, collaboration with authors, and the importance of storytelling in music and literature. Key Topics:- The emotional journey of album release- The process of songwriting and knowing when a song is finished- Collaboration with authors and visual storytelling- The importance of human stories in songwriting- Balancing control and collaboration in music production- The influence...

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Frequently asked questions

Here's some frequently asked questions for
The StageLeft Podcast
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How do I get in touch with The StageLeft Podcast?

The StageLeft Podcast is hosted by Chris Simpson. Its publicly listed emails are simmo.cs@gmail.com and simmo.cs@googlemail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for The StageLeft Podcast?

The publicly listed emails for The StageLeft Podcast: simmo.cs@gmail.com and simmo.cs@googlemail.com.

How many listeners does The StageLeft Podcast have?

Podseeker estimates The StageLeft Podcast reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for The StageLeft Podcast?

The StageLeft Podcast typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Working musicians, producers, session players, touring professionals, and other music-industry practitioners with firsthand experience alongside recognized artists or on notable recordings and performances. Common among recent guests: Touring or recording credits with established artists; Participation in acclaimed albums, live performances, or major festivals; Long-term experience in professional music production or performance. Recent guests include Clive Deamer, Colin MacIntyre, and Danny McNamara.

How hard is it to get booked on The StageLeft Podcast?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does The StageLeft Podcast cover?

Recent episodes cover Music, Music Industry, Songwriting, Music Production, and Touring. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

simmo.cs@gmail.com

simmo.cs@googlemail.com

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