Founded: 1996
Location: United States

Good Charlotte is an American rock band from Waldorf, Maryland, formed in 1995. Since 2005, the band's lineup has consisted of Joel Madden (lead vocals), Benji Madden (guitar, vocals), Paul Thomas (bass), Billy Martin (guitar, keyboards), and Dean Butterworth (drums, percussion).
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Benji and Joel Madden have been surrounding themselves with artists who make them look inward, and it’s resulted in one of Good Charlotte’s most honest albums to date and a massive live show heading to Australia in early 2026.

“You get your innocence completely taken in the music industry."

The tour marks Good Charlotte's first Australian shows in eight years.

We're not sure what other music event will ever top the nostalgia-filled When We Were Young 2023.

How's this for a lineup?

"This album leaves little hope that the true revival of Good Charlotte will beckon."

*drools*

We're getting 'loaded.

The pop punk legends block Aussie icon Peter Garrett

Who will come out on top?