On this Surprise Drop of Artist Friendly, Joel Madden is joined by Orville Peck.
Though Peck wears a fringe mask whenever he performs, he continues to be one of the few openly queer artists in country. In the duo’s latest conversation, they go deep, resulting in a bold and candid episode about genre-bending, identity, and carving your own path in music.
From his anonymous persona and punk beginnings to becoming a pivotal voice for queer representation in country, Peck opens up about what it really means to be authentic — and visible — in a changing industry.
Fresh off his Appaloosa EP, Peck will host his 7th annual Rodeo from Nov. 14-16 at Pappy & Harriet’s in Pioneertown, where country, drag, and comedy will coalesce into an unmissable weekend.
Listen to their conversation on Artist Friendly wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also watch the episode over at Veeps.
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Host: Joel Madden, @joelmadden
Executive Producers: Joel Madden, Benji Madden, Jillian King
Producers: Josh Madden, Joey Simmrin, Janice Leary
Visual Producer/Editor: Ryan Schaefer
Audio Producer/Composer: Nick Gray
Music/Theme Composer: Nick Gray
Cover Art/Design: Ryan Schaefer
Additional Contributors: Anna Zanes, Neville Hardman
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Ryan Key of Yellowcard
On this week's episode of Artist Friendly, Joel Madden is joined by Ryan Key of Yellowcard.
This October, Yellowcard returned with Better Days, their first full-length in nearly a decade, produced by Travis Barker.
“This [album] brought us into the room with nothing to start with. Just a fresh day, fresh minds, fresh idea,” Key said in the band’s AP cover story interview, reveling in newfound confidence.
In a conversation between two longtime peers, Key reflects on the journey that brought Yellowcard back together. He and Joel dive into healing old wounds, rebuilding trust, and navigating fame, as well as burnout, fatherhood, and self-discovery. Key also shares how a life-changing moment in the studio with Barker reshaped everything.
Listen to their conversation on Artist Friendly wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also watch the episode over at Veeps.
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Host: Joel Madden, @joelmadden
Executive Producers: Joel Madden, Benji Madden, Jillian King
Producers: Josh Madden, Joey Simmrin, Janice Leary
Visual Producer/Editor: Ryan Schaefer
Audio Producer/Composer: Nick Gray
Music/Theme Composer: Nick Gray
Cover Art/Design: Ryan Schaefer
Additional Contributors: Anna Zanes, Neville Hardman
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Huddy
On this week's episode of Artist Friendly, Joel Madden is joined by Huddy.
From his beginnings at Hype House to starring in Machine Gun Kelly’s Downfalls High film to sharing his own sugary pop punk, Huddy has proved himself as a fluid multi-hyphenate who’s racked up millions of followers.
This year, he’s entered his “emotionally honest era,” where he’s adamant that “emotions aren’t weaknesses — they’re part of what makes us human.”
On the heels of two vulnerable singles and a performance at Warped Tour Long Beach, Huddy joins Joel for an unfiltered conversation on growing up online, finding his voice, and turning pain into purpose. Traversing his early fame, family, and new beginnings, it’s his most honest interview yet.
Listen to their conversation on Artist Friendly wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also watch the episode over at Veeps.
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Host: Joel Madden, @joelmadden
Executive Producers: Joel Madden, Benji Madden, Jillian King
Producers: Josh Madden, Joey Simmrin, Janice Leary
Visual Producer/Editor: Ryan Schaefer
Audio Producer/Composer: Nick Gray
Music/Theme Composer: Nick Gray
Cover Art/Design: Ryan Schaefer
Additional Contributors: Anna Zanes, Neville Hardman
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Jon Bon Jovi
On this week's episode of Artist Friendly, Joel Madden is joined by Jon Bon Jovi.
Fresh off releasing Forever (Legendary Edition), featuring duets with Avril Lavigne and Bruce Springsteen, and unveiling the Bon Jovi Forever Tour, the rock vet stopped by the Artist Friendly studio for an honest conversation about longevity, legacy, and rediscovering his voice.
With Madden, he opens up about his vocal cord surgery, the future of his live shows, and the wisdom that comes with four decades in music.
From creating Hampton Water with his son to collaborating with Jelly Roll and Lainey Wilson, Bon Jovi reflects on staying true to himself, raising a family, and why rock music will never die.
Listen to their conversation on Artist Friendly wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also watch the episode over at Veeps.
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Host: Joel Madden, @joelmadden
Executive Producers: Joel Madden, Benji Madden, Jillian King
Producers: Josh Madden, Joey Simmrin, Janice Leary
Visual Producer/Editor: Ryan Schaefer
Audio Producer/Composer: Nick Gray
Music/Theme Composer: Nick Gray
Cover Art/Design: Ryan Schaefer
Additional Contributors: Anna Zanes, Neville Hardman
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Oliver Niño
On this week's episode of Artist Friendly, Joel Madden is joined by Oliver Niño.
Niño — known as The Spiritual Activator — joins Joel for a powerful and introspective episode. In conversation, they dive into energy work, self-healing, personal growth, and how to reconnect with your purpose.
Niño also opens up about his journey from being in a band in the Philippines to becoming a world-recognized healer and author of Do This Before Bed — sharing practices that offer healing, clarity, and fulfillment for the long haul.
Listen to their conversation on Artist Friendly wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also watch the episode over at Veeps.
Follow Artist Friendly!
IG: @artist.friendly
TikTok: @artist.friendly
YouTube: www.youtube.com/goodcharlotte
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Host: Joel Madden, @joelmadden
Executive Producers: Joel Madden, Benji Madden, Jillian King
Producers: Josh Madden, Joey Simmrin, Janice Leary
Visual Producer/Editor: Ryan Schaefer
Audio Producer/Composer: Nick Gray
Music/Theme Composer: Nick Gray
Cover Art/Design: Ryan Schaefer
Additional Contributors: Anna Zanes, Neville Hardman
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On Artist Friendly, Good Charlotte’s Joel Madden gets real with today's breakthrough artists. From chart-toppers to rising stars, guests spill the untold stories behind their success: the pivotal moments, crushing failures, and insider moves that made all the difference. Drawing on his experience as artist, performer and founder, Joel digs deeper than the surface. This isn't just interviews — it's a masterclass in creative survival from those who've lived it.
Head over to Veeps to watch the latest episode!
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