Artist Friendly with Joel Madden

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Spencer Chamberlain of Underoath (Rerun) Sep 10, 2025

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On this week's encore episode of Artist Friendly, Joel Madden is joined by Spencer Chamberlain of ⁠⁠Underoath⁠⁠.

For Underoath, the past year has been one of reflection and evolution, as they marked the 20th anniversary of their 2004 genre-defining album, They’re Only Chasing Safety, with a ⁠⁠North American tour⁠⁠, while also looking ahead with the release of their 10th studio album, ⁠⁠The Place After This One⁠⁠.

In a conversation with Madden, Chamberlain opens up about the complexity of personal growth that comes within navigating the music industry—and how a band’s lifespan can mirror the ebbs and flows of any enduring relationship.

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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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Twin Tribes Sep 03, 2025

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

Coming out of Brownsville, Texas, Twin Tribes — the pair of Luis Navarro and Joel Niño Jr., whose intoxicating sound owes much to ’80s darkwave — have accumulated millions of streams without ever losing touch with their DIY roots.

Releasing songs through DistroKid, creating their visuals, and touring internationally, they’ve built out the band on their own terms. Ahead of their European and Latin American dates, the duo stopped by the Artist Friendly studio to dissect their independent success.

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Listen to their Artist Friendly conversation on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify.⁠⁠⁠

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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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Hit-Boy - Part 2 Aug 27, 2025

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

Hit-Boy has been the producer behind many immortal songs, straddling the worlds of hip-hop, R&B, pop, and beyond. His career began with an early placement on Lil Wayne’s Rebirth and quickly gained momentum when he produced “Ni**as in Paris,” a defining moment from 2011’s Watch the Throne.

In the newest episode, Hit-Boy joins Joel Madden for a raw and revealing conversation about legacy, therapy, fatherhood, and finally reclaiming his power after nearly two decades in the industry.

From producing hits for Jay-Z, Nas, and Travis Scott to carving out his own lane as a solo artist, Hit-Boy opens up about the pain, purpose, and persistence behind the music.

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Listen to their Artist Friendly conversation on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify.⁠⁠⁠

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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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Hit-Boy - Part 1 Aug 27, 2025

Show notes

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

Hit-Boy has been the producer behind many immortal songs, straddling the worlds of hip-hop, R&B, pop, and beyond. His career began with an ⁠early placement⁠ on Lil Wayne’s Rebirth and quickly gained momentum when he produced “⁠Ni**as in Paris⁠,” a defining moment from 2011’s Watch the Throne.

In the newest episode, Hit-Boy joins Joel Madden for a raw and revealing conversation about legacy, therapy, fatherhood, and finally reclaiming his power after nearly two decades in the industry.

From producing hits for Jay-Z, Nas, and Travis Scott to carving out his own lane as a solo artist, Hit-Boy opens up about the pain, purpose, and persistence behind the music.

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Listen to their Artist Friendly conversation on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify.⁠⁠⁠

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Follow Artist Friendly!

IG: @artist.friendly

TikTok: @artist.friendly

YouTube: youtube.com/@artist.friendly

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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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Elliot Grainge - Part 1 Aug 20, 2025

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

As the CEO of Atlantic Records, Grainge embodies the very ethos of “Artist Friendly,” promoting a hands-off approach and trusting the process.

Before stepping into that role, though, he was releasing independent music through his label 10K Projects, founded shortly after graduating from Northeastern University (using money earned from flipping an apartment in Boston).

Over the years, he’s signed a slew of talent, including Ice Spice, iann dior, and Trippie Redd.

During the episode, Madden sits down with his brother-in-law for a rare and personal conversation. They dive into family, fatherhood, and the music business while reflecting on love, loss, resilience, and what it takes to build a lasting legacy.

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Listen to their Artist Friendly conversation on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify.⁠⁠⁠

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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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Elliot Grainge - Part 2 Aug 20, 2025

Show notes

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

As the CEO of Atlantic Records, Grainge embodies the very ethos of “Artist Friendly,” promoting a hands-off approach and trusting the process.

Before stepping into that role, though, he was releasing independent music through his label ⁠10K Projects⁠, founded shortly after graduating from Northeastern University (using ⁠money earned from flipping an apartment⁠ in Boston).

Over the years, he’s signed a slew of talent, including ⁠Ice Spice⁠, ⁠iann dior⁠, and ⁠Trippie Redd⁠.

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Listen to their Artist Friendly conversation on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify.⁠⁠⁠

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Follow Artist Friendly!

IG: @artist.friendly

TikTok: @artist.friendly

YouTube: youtube.com/@artist.friendly

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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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Adam Levine - Part 1 Aug 13, 2025

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

As the frontman of Maroon 5, a coach on The Voice, and an occasional saxophone player, Levine has brought his charismatic presence to many stages.

Most recently, though, he’s been in Maroon 5 mode, promoting their upcoming eighth studio album, Love Is Like, out this Friday, which attempts to recapture the spirit of their early days.

Before the pop giants kick off their arena tour in the fall, Levine joined Madden for a candid conversation about fame, family, and the music that shaped them.

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Listen to their Artist Friendly conversation on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify.⁠⁠⁠

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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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Adam Levine - Part 2 Aug 13, 2025

Show notes

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

As the frontman of Maroon 5, a coach on The Voice, and an ⁠occasional saxophone player⁠, Levine has brought his charismatic presence to many stages.

Most recently, though, he’s been in Maroon 5 mode, promoting their upcoming eighth studio album, Love Is Like, out this Friday, which attempts to recapture the spirit of their early days.

Before the pop giants kick off their ⁠arena tour⁠ in the fall, Levine joined Madden for a candid conversation about fame, family, and the music that shaped them.

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Listen to their Artist Friendly conversation on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify.⁠⁠⁠

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Follow Artist Friendly!

IG: @artist.friendly

TikTok: @artist.friendly

YouTube: youtube.com/@artist.friendly

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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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Sam Carter of Architects - Part 1 (Rerun) Aug 06, 2025

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On this week's encore episode of Artist Friendly, Joel Madden is joined by Sam Carter of Architects.

After a busy couple of years opening for Metallica and headlining festival stages, Architects recently returned with their new album.

Produced by former Bring Me the Horizon member Jordan Fish, the band set out to capture that raw energy, melding their live intensity with melodic depth.

In a conversation with Madden, the Architects vocalist opens up about stories from his serendipitous relationship with Good Charlotte, his gratitude for a life of music, and the band’s latest album.

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Listen to their Artist Friendly conversation on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify.⁠⁠⁠

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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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Sam Carter of Architects - Part 2 (Rerun) Aug 06, 2025

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On this week's encore episode of Artist Friendly, Joel Madden is joined by Sam Carter of Architects.

After a busy couple of years opening for Metallica and headlining festival stages, Architects recently returned with their new album .

Produced by former Bring Me the Horizon member Jordan Fish, the band set out to capture that raw energy, melding their live intensity with melodic depth.

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Listen to their Artist Friendly conversation on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify.⁠⁠⁠

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Follow Artist Friendly!

IG: @artist.friendly

TikTok: @artist.friendly

YouTube: youtube.com/@artist.friendly

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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