Chris Stamp (13 February 1944 – 30 October 2016) was a British music industry executive, record producer, and manager, best known for his role in the early career of the rock band The Who. He co‑founded Track Records in 1966 with Kit Lambert, the band's manager, and was instrumental in promoting and producing The Who’s early releases, including the seminal single “My Generation.” Stamp also managed other artists signed to Track Records, such as Jimi Hendrix and The Crazy World of Arthur Brown.
Born in London, England, Stamp began his career in the 1960s as a roadie and assistant to the band’s manager, eventually becoming a key figure in the group’s business affairs. Under his and Lambert’s direction, Track Records released several influential recordings that contributed to the development of the British rock scene. After the dissolution of Track Records in the early 1970s, Stamp pursued various ventures, including work as a talent scout and later as a psychotherapist, for which he obtained a degree in counselling psychology.
Stamp remained active in music-related events and retrospectives concerning The Who until his death in 2016. His contributions are recognized for their impact on the commercialization and international success of British rock music during the 1960s and 1970s.
