Genre-bending multi-platinum rock superstars Good Charlotte have released the official music video for their newest single “Stepper”. Directed by Erik Rojas, the music video sees Benji and Joel take on the role of maintenance managers at the motel.
The video follows the unique motel patrons singing “Stepper” while in their rooms doing miscellaneous mundane things, and as they sing, they become more empowered and in their element. The single, released last Friday, was produced by Zakk Cervini and Jordan Fish with the melody and lyrics by Benji and Joel Madden.
Benji and Joel share, “’Stepper’ is a song about showing up for life, for yourself, and for the people you love. Getting up everyday and trying your best to make it, not just for your dreams but for the dreams you share with the people you love. Celebrate each other and everything you’ve been through together.”
“Stepper” follows the explosive return marked by their lead single “Rejects”, released last month. The gritty, defiant anthem for the outsiders was delivered with the raw honesty that’s defined Good Charlotte since day one. Both singles will be featured on their highly-anticipated upcoming album, ‘Motel Du Cap’, due out August 8th via Atlantic Records – pre-order HERE. The upcoming album marks a bold return to their roots while forging new ground as the band readies to deliver their most personal record to date.
For Good Charlotte’s “Act 2”, as the Madden brothers lovingly call it, they’ve reunited with their original bandmates—Paul Thomas (bass) and Billy Martin (guitar)—bringing fans nostalgic excitement. ‘Motel Du Cap’ is Good Charlotte’s eighth studio album and comes seven years after their previous release, ‘Generation Rx’.
The initial spark for ‘Motel Du Cap’ was ignited when Good Charlotte played a private gig at the iconic Hotel du Cap in France, for a friend’s wedding in 2023. The surreal beauty of the venue, raw emotion of the occasion, and freedom of performing without expectations lit a fire under the Madden brothers. “It was this wild, once-in-a-lifetime vibe,” Joel recalls. “We were just there to celebrate, no pressure, and it reminded us why we started this—pure, unfiltered connection.” That night became the heartbeat of the album, a love letter to stripping things back and letting the music speak for itself.
