2016 release, the sixth album from the alt-rock/pop-punk band. Youth Authority, their first album in six years, was produced by John Feldmann and includes guest appearances from Kellin Quinn of Sleeping with Sirens, and Simon Neil of Biffy Clyro. Includes the singles "Makeshift Love" and "40 oz. Dream". Strong and back to their roots, this record is their best one yet. Good Charlotte is an American pop punk rock band from Waldorf, Maryland formed in 1996. Original band members since 1998 include lead vocalist Joel Madden, guitarist and vocalist Benji Madden, bassist Paul Thomas, guitarist and keyboardist Billy Martin. Drummer Dean Butterworth joined in 2005.