Orville Peck on Broadway, Sobriety, and Finding Freedom in Country Music

Masked country icon Orville Peck sits down with Joel Madden for an unfiltered, emotional conversation about Broadway, sobriety, creative freedom, and his new EP “Appaloosa.” The two dive deep into Orville’s journey from punk roots to country stardom, his time performing Cabaret on Broadway, his upcoming Street Fighter film role, and how embracing authenticity changed everything. Stream Orville Peck’s new music, explore his story, and hear exclusive insights into his artistry, activism, and the creative process behind Appaloosa. Topics covered: 🎭 Life on Broadway and playing the MC in Cabaret 🎸 Writing and recording Appaloosa while performing 8 shows a week 🔥 How sobriety transformed his art and career 🎥 Acting in Street Fighter and balancing multiple creative worlds 🤠 Country music evolution, drag culture, and staying true to yourself New episodes of Artist Friendly with Joel Madden every Wednesday — watch full episodes on Veeps and YouTube, and follow on Spotify for more artist interviews, stories, and insights. Watch full episodes for free on Veeps: https://veeps.com/artistfriendly Stay connected and don’t miss a conversation: Instagram: / artist.friendly TikTok: / artist.friendly About Artist Friendly: 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 an artist, performer and founder, Joel digs deeper than the surface. This isn't just interviews — it's a masterclass in creative survival from those who've lived it.