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Artist Friendly Media
Music Industry
Mental Health
Good Charlotte
Personal Growth
Songwriting
Country Music
Parenting
Creativity
Music
Authenticity
Addiction
Therapy
Rock Music
Touring
Success
Family
Nashville
Lainey Wilson
Music Production
Fatherhood

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... more

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On this week's episode of Artist Friendly, Joel Madden sits down with 6LACK.

Born in Baltimore and raised in Atlanta, 6LACK grew up around music from the start — his father owned a recording studio, and he was already stepping into the booth by age f... more

On this week's episode of Artist Friendly, Joel Madden sits down with Dan + Shay.

Dan + Shay met at a house party in Nashville in December 2012 and started writing songs together not long after — an unlikely pairing, given Dan came from an emo band ... more

On this week's rerun 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 thei... more

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

Born in Manila, Eyedress came to the US at five years old, moving through Arizona and California — discovering punk and skate culture along the way — before his fami... more

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Recent Guests

Dan Smyers
Member of Dan + Shay
Dan + Shay
Episode: Dan + Shay
Shay Mooney
Member of Dan + Shay
Dan + Shay
Episode: Dan + Shay
Benji Madden
Good Charlotte guitarist/vocalist, guest on episode
Good Charlotte
Episode: Benji Madden and M. Shadows (Rerun)
Matthew Sanders (M. Shadows)
Lead vocalist of Avenged Sevenfold, guest on episode
Avenged Sevenfold
Episode: Benji Madden and M. Shadows (Rerun)
Andrew McMahon
Musician, frontman of Something Corporate and Jack's Mannequin
Something Corporate; Jack's Mannequin
Episode: Andrew McMahon
Mikaela Hoover
Actress on Beef and One Piece live-action adaptation
Episode: Mikaela Hoover
Travie McCoy
Lead singer of Gym Class Heroes, solo artist
Gym Class Heroes, solo artist
Episode: Travie McCoy
Chase Rice
Country artist and guest on the episode
Independent artist
Episode: Chase Rice
Chet Hanks
Actor and musician, guest on this episode
Public figure, musician
Episode: Chet Hanks

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Joel Madden
Host of Artist Friendly with Joel Madden

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 686 ratings
  • Utter self-indulgent pap. Watching paint dry is more interesting than watching this guy try to be an interviewer.

    Podchaser
    1
    Joan1234
    a month ago
  • It’s not all about you!!!

    Every interview somehow turns into Joel talking about himself. It would be great to hear from the people you are actually interviewing

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Mitch Lennon
    Australia2 months ago
  • Great stuff! No politics! Just good conversations.

    Once in a while a guest will be lame but most the time it’s great conversations! Even when someone I’m not into Joel keeps it interesting overall. Extremely rare exceptions are a guest once outta every 20 or so where guest is just not cool and nothing Joel can do to change how it comes off. 99% the time it’s awesome though! No politics ever just music/artist talk!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gene Everett 187
    United States2 months ago
  • One Sided Conversations

    Joel is normally interviewing Joel and a guest is there to listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Wolf-man1991
    United States7 months ago
  • Let the artist speak

    Host talks WAY TOO MUCH! I tune into these to hear from the artists but I end up having to suffer through Joel talk about his experiences. Ask questions to the artists, let them speak and then move on to the next.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    C-Dub41
    United States9 months ago

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Listeners describe the show as genuine and insightful, with guests allowed to speak and share authentic stories.
Many reviews note high-quality conversations that feel like backstage access to artists' journeys.
The host's interview style is praised for warmth and depth, though a few listeners wish guests spoke more.
Overall sentiment highlights practical career wisdom and a sense of community for artists and fans alike.

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Eyedress (Rerun)
Q: Where should we start, given how much there is to cover?
We kicked off by acknowledging how Eyedress's family life and early moves shaped his music and career, emphasizing authenticity over chasing trends.
Mikaela Hoover
Q: What did you learn about yourself through the Chopper experience?
That being true to who you are and embracing your unique voice can open doors and redefine what success means, beyond traditional metrics.
Travie McCoy
Q: How do you maintain your sobriety while continuing to tour and create music?
Staying busy, choosing supportive people, and actively avoiding triggers are key strategies; therapy and building a reliable recovery circle help keep it sustainable.
Hongjoong of ATEEZ
Q: What point did it click that you could really do this and become a star?
He describes a moment of envisioning a stage with fans and the realization that performing could be a central path, leading to commitment to training and debut despite challenges.
Hongjoong of ATEEZ
Q: When did you start?
The guest explains starting to pursue music and signing with the company around ages 16-19, after making beats in a bedroom and being scouted for trainee work, marking the beginning of a long journey toward becoming a K-pop idol.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Artist Friendly

What is Artist Friendly about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A thoughtful interview series where a seasoned musician and entrepreneur draws out long-form conversations with a mix of music artists, actors, and industry figures. Episodes tend to explore career longevity, the storytelling behind art, creative independence, and personal growth—from sobriety and therapy to branding, mentorship, and navigating fame. The host's experience running a music-focused label and career spanning pop-punk to indie acts often leads guests to share actionable insights, practical career pivots, and behind-the-scenes perspectives on building resilient creative careers. Fans and aspiring guests alike may appreciate the candid, back‑and‑forth style that aims to treat artists as peers and advisors rather than just intervie... more

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Recent guests on Artist Friendly include:

1. Dan Smyers
2. Shay Mooney
3. Benji Madden
4. Matthew Sanders (M. Shadows)
5. Andrew McMahon
6. Mikaela Hoover
7. Travie McCoy
8. Chase Rice

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