So the big story here is that we talked THE Joel Madden of THE Good Charlotte into sitting in our Hot Seat to answer a few questions. Scam of the century, right? But wait. The story doesn’t necessarily stop there. Joel’s a twin, see? And if our calculations are correct, you should be able to detect flecks of brother Benji’s emotions in Joel’s answers. For example, when Joel talks about being bummed about Arrested Development’s cancellation, could it be, just maybe, that Joel actually feels bummed because somewhere else in the world Benji is eating a really gross sandwich that he expected to be delicious? Because honestly, what do these guys possibly have to be bummed about? With their latest full-length, Good Morning Revival, well on its way to living up to the platinum promises of their first three albums, Benji and Joel Madden should be on top of the world. So, look for clues. The truth is out there…
Q: Tell us about your craziest touring experience.
A: Touring with Avenged Sevenfold. Our band is pretty laid back, those guys are crazy. They live the real rock ‘n roll lifestyle.
Q: What type of college class would you most want to take and why?
A: Psychology, I find the process of understanding analyzing thought to be really fascinating. The more we understand about each other the better we can help ourselves and our friends.
Q: What city in America is the most fun to visit and why?
A: New York. My brother Josh lives in New York so when Benji and I are there we always hang out with him and go to dinner and some clubs. New York is just a totally different vibe from every other place we go.
Q: What’s some of the best advice you were ever given?
A: Work hard and don’t take no for an answer. Sometimes you have to be persistent and really believe in yourself to get somewhere. If you believe in yourself and you work your ass off you will be successful.
Q: What’s in heavy rotation in your MP3/CD player right now?
A: Bob Dylan, The Clash and Saves The Day.
Q: What’s the last good book you read or TV show you’re addicted to?
A: Arrested Development. That show was one of the best series ever, I am so bummed it got canceled.
Q: What’s the first concert you ever saw and how was it?
A: Beastie Boys. It was epic. That band was one of the main reasons Benji and I wanted to be in a band, I’ll never forget that show.
Q: What are three items you can’t live without on tour?
A: Laptop, Sidekick and iPod. I gotta stay connected when I am away, it’s the only real way to maintain a life on the road.
Q: Who are your major musical influences?
A: Green Day, The Killers and Blur.
Q: Any random messages or tips you’d like to give to mtvU watchers?
A: Wrap it up.
