Artist Friendly with Joel Madden

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Orville Peck Nov 14, 2025

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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.

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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

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Additional Contributors: Anna Zanes, Neville Hardman

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Ryan Key of Yellowcard Nov 12, 2025

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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.

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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 Nov 05, 2025

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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.

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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 Oct 29, 2025

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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.

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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 Oct 22, 2025

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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.

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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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Mitchell Tenpenny Oct 15, 2025

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On this week's episode of Artist Friendly, Joel Madden is joined by Mitchell Tenpenny.

Across five albums, Tenpenny has established himself as a platinum-winning presence within country pop while making unexpected peers out of Underoath, State Champs, and Bilmuri. Before leaving for tour, the Nashville-bred singer stopped by the Artist Friendly studio.

Sitting down with Joel, Tenpenny opens up about family roots, growing up in Nashville, life on the road with his brother, and balancing marriage with a fellow touring artist. From fatherhood and faith to sports cards, collectibles, and Pokémon, the conversation reveals a new side of Tenpenny — equal parts songwriter, performer, and fan.

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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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Daya Oct 08, 2025

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On this week's episode of Artist Friendly, Joel Madden is joined by Daya.

During Daya’s first show, she played a trio of covers — “Ironic” by Alanis Morissette, “Clocks” by Coldplay, and “Good Riddance (Time of Your Life)” by Green Day. In the years since, she’s branched out into a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter who excavates heartbreak with an alt-pop touch, particularly on her new album, Til Every Petal Drops (out Oct. 10).

She recently stopped by the Artist Friendly office, sitting down with Joel to reflect on her journey from breakout hit “Hide Away” at 16 to her latest record. She opens up about finding artistic freedom, navigating early fame, and what’s next as she prepares to bring her music back to the stage.

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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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Mitchel Cave and Christian Anthony of Chase Atlantic Oct 01, 2025

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On this week's episode of Artist Friendly, Joel Madden is joined by Mitchel Cave and Christian Anthony of Chase Atlantic.

Since making their debut with 2014’s Dalliance EP, Chase Atlantic have injected their songs with swaggering conviction, unpredictable musical palettes, and a strong sense of escapism.

Ahead of their LOST IN HEAVEN deluxe edition (out Oct. 3), the duo stopped by the Artist Friendly studiom to talk about their rise from Sydney to selling out arenas worldwide.

With over 8 billion streams, 20 million-plus monthly listeners, and a string of platinum hits, Cave and Anthony reflect on their journey, creative integrity, and what’s next for the band.

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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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Jesse Leach of Killswitch Engage Sep 24, 2025

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On this week's episode of Artist Friendly, Joel Madden is joined by Jesse Leach of Killswitch Engage.

⁠Over the last couple of decades, Killswitch Engage have been at the top of metalcore. The New England group became genre leaders in the 2000s, making an early mark with 2002’s Alive or Just Breathing and 2004’s The End of Heartache.

Through lineup shifts, Grammy nominations, and Guitar Hero appearances, they’ve remained active, releasing their ninth studio album, This Consequence, in February.

Before heading out on a European tour, the powerhouse vocalist sat down with Madden to talk about the band’s legacy, his personal journey through music, and the passion that continues to fuel heavy music today.

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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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Benji Madden and M. Shadows Sep 17, 2025

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On this week's episode of Artist Friendly, Joel Madden is joined by Benji Madden and M. Shadows.

Good Charlotte recently returned with Motel du Cap, their first album in seven years, and the pop-punk elder statesmen are ringing it in with their longtime friend M. Shadows on Artist Friendly.

The Madden brothers and Avenged Sevenfold vocalist go back, from meeting on Warped Tour in the 2000s to playing “Bat Country” together on TRL.

In an intimate conversation between like-minded collaborators, the Good Charlotte bandmates sit down with Shadows to celebrate their recent Revolver cover and share untold stories from 25 years in rock.

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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