Off The Record - An American Songwriter Podcast

Gabe Simon: Noah Kahan, Stick Season & Great Songwriting

July 30, 2026·1h 2m
Episode Description from the Publisher

Go behind the scenes with hit songwriter and producer Gabe Simon as he joins host Lisa Konicki to share the stories behind his work with Noah Kahan, Lana Del Rey, Dermot Kennedy, James Bay, Koe Wetzel, Jessie Murph, and more. Simon offers an inside look at the making of Stick Season and The Great Divide, sharing how he approaches every project with one goal: "I'm there to serve and to support and to uplift" the artist.Throughout the conversation, Simon discusses earning artists' trust, adapting to different genres, and the stories behind songs like Suki Waterhouse’s "Tiny Raisin" and Kahan’s "The Great Divide." He also reflects on balancing family and music, producing records around the world, and why being uncomfortable often leads to the best breakthroughs.Simon closes with thoughtful insights on social media, AI, and the future of songwriting, reminding listeners that the creative process is what matters most. "The journey of it, the failing, the succeeding—that's the best part," he says.Let’s go Off the Record with Gabe Simon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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