This week on Artist Friendly, Joel Madden is joined by alternative singer Jesse Jo Stark.

Born to a family of creatives who founded the luxury brand Chrome Hearts (whose products have been repped by stars like Rihanna, Future, and Slash), Stark has her feet planted firmly in both the fashion and music worlds. In the episode, the pair delve into being built to live a chaotic life, being a “hardcore lover,” and her 2022 debut album DOOMED.

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This week we celebrate Father’s Day with a special compilation episode featuring previous Artist Friendly guests who have shared their unique perspectives on family and fatherhood.

To listen to the full episodes from these guests, check out these links: 

Pete Wentz

Tyler Posey

Gabe Saporta

M. Shadows

Mitchel Cave

Eyedress

Rafa of Prayers

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This week on Artist Friendly, Joel Madden has an inspiring conversation with two members of Make It Better Agents, a leading pediatric osteosarcoma nonprofit.

Last October, the Artist Friendly host had the opportunity to participate in Celebrity Wheel of Fortune on the nonprofit’s behalf, winning over $198,000 for the organization. 

Now, listen in as Joel, Mia and Anne get into a discussion about what it means to truly live like you are dying.

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Acclaimed frontman M. Shadows of Avenged Sevenfold joins Joel Madden for an in-depth conversation -- an exclusive Artist Friendly and Alternative Press collaboration featured on the cover of AP's 2023 summer issue.

Avenged Sevenfold have been busy gearing up for the release of their long-awaited eighth studio album, Life Is But A Dream…, as well as a massive summer tour across North America. Listen as the duo discuss the creation of the band’s latest release, leading to a deep-dive into their own spiritual philosophies and the freedom of expression. Shadows also explores into the wider meaning behind the single "Nobody" and how it was born from experimenting with DMT. 

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This week, actor and musician Tyler Posey, who’s known for his solo work, former pop-punk bands, and role on Teen Wolf, joins Joel Madden on Artist Friendly.

Posey, who’s been a fan of and making pop-punk music his entire life, is set to release his latest album, UNRAVEL, on May 26. The lead single “Lemon.” arrived earlier this year and also appeared in his most recent film Teen Wolf: The Movie.

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Join Joel Madden as he sits down with KXLLSWXTCH, rising hip-hop artist who hails from Orange County.

KXLLSWXTCH started releasing music in 2017 and quickly gained a following on SoundCloud, with fans drawn to his intense music that fuses heavy rock and rap and his horror-inspired visuals. Most recently, in February of this year, he released his sophomore album THE WALLS HAVE EYES. On the podcast, he speaks to Madden about his youth in Anaheim, California, his style and inspirations, and more. 

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Listen in as Joel Madden chats with rising hardcore group DRAIN in the latest episode of Artist Friendly.

The Santa Cruz-based trio, who’s known for their thrash hardcore-punk sound and just released their sophomore album Living Proof, spoke to Joel about the group’s early days, the state of hardcore today, and more. 

The episode arrives as Alternative Press teams up with the band for limited-edition vinyl. Head to the AP Shop to snag your copy.

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This week on Artist Friendly, Joel Madden is joined by Leah Kate. The episode drops just days after Kate shared her latest single, “Happy.” The pop star, who makes sharp alt-rock-inspired pop anthems with confessional lyrics, has been on the rise in the past couple of years, thanks to several TikTok-viral singles and tours with Chase Atlantic and Madison Beer. Listen in as Leah and Joel discuss how her anxiety led her to writing confrontational music, her songwriting aspirations, and more.

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Join us on Artist Friendly as Joel Madden is joined by Gabe Saporta of Cobra Starship and Midtown.

Saporta made a huge mark in the 2000s. After getting his start in the New Brunswick pop-punk outfit Midtown, he went on to form Cobra Starship. That band covered the decade in a neon glow, putting out four studio albums before calling it quits in 2015. 

In the episode, the duo discuss Saporta’s favorite era of his decades-long career, making it as an immigrant from Uruguay, and helping teenagers understand the world through music.

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This week on Artist Friendly, Joel Madden is joined by Chris No. 2 and Justin Sane of Anti-Flag. In the episode, Madden and the members of Anti-Flag discuss providing an inclusive environment at their shows, why Irish music is “rebel music,” and bringing along Punk Rock Saves Lives on their recent tour. Check out Anti-Flag's 13th studio album, Lies They Tell Our Children, released this past January. Additionally, Anti-Flag will celebrate their 30th anniversary as a band this year.

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