The Jay Jay French Connection: Beyond the Music

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Johnny Lee Feb 02, 2021

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This week on The Jay Jay French Connection is country music legend Johnny Lee. Tune in to hear Jay Jay & Johnny discuss their early influences, how they began pursuing music, favorite guitars and life as a touring artist. Johnny talks about how he played rock n roll up until he was 21, and what the catalyst was behind making the jump over to country music. Hear these two share similarities & differences from their unique journeys and successes in music. Check out Johnny Lee's title track "Everything's Gonna' Be Alright" from his upcoming full album release. Produced & Edited by Matthew Mallinger

Jane Green & Jenny Boyd Jan 26, 2021

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Tune in to this special episode of The Jay Jay French Connection to hear Jay Jay have a conversation with best-selling author Jane Green, and author & former model Jenny Boyd. Listen to these two discuss their most recent writing projects, including Jenny's book "Jennifer Juniper: A Journey Beyond the Muse," which was released this past year. Jane & Jenny also discuss the differences between living in England and the United States, what their writing processes look like during a global pandemic, and remarkable stories from their careers, as well as being in and around the music world. Produced & Edited by Matthew Mallinger

Don McLean Jan 19, 2021

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Legendary American singer/songwriter Don McLean joins Jay Jay on this week's episode of The Jay Jay French Connection. Tune in to hear these two discuss the cultural impact of Don's hit "American Pie," how much Don's music has impacted Jay Jay, resilience in show business, and the ups & downs of their remarkable journeys in the music industry. Produced & Edited by Matthew Mallinger

Nate Cyphert Jan 12, 2021

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Tune it to the next episode of The Jay Jay French Connection to hear Jay Jay & hit songwriter/musician Nate Cyphert discuss Nate's remarkable journey into the music world. Nate and Jay Jay discuss how Nate made his way into songwriting, their experiences playing in bands on the east coast, moving to Los Angeles, and the art of surviving in the music industry.

Nuno Bettencourt Jan 05, 2021

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On this week's episode of The Jay Jay French Connection, Jay Jay interviews guitar virtuoso Nuno Bettencourt, known for his otherworldly chops and being the lead guitarist of the Boston rock band Extreme. Tune in to hear these two discuss Nuno's early years and his deep rooted connection to The Azores, the importance of influences & individuality, guitar development, Eddie Van Halen's legacy and much more. A must listen for all guitarists!! Produced & Edited by Matthew Mallinger

Michael Cartellone, Phil Collen & Joel Hoekstra Dec 28, 2020

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Together - Michael Cartellone, Phil Collen, Joel Hoekstra & Jay Jay French have 186 cumulative years of rock n roll legacy under their belts. Tune in to hear this star studded lineup of guests discuss their musical upbringings, life as a touring musician and their experiences playing in White Snake, Def Leppard, Lynyrd Skynrd & Twisted Sister. These four discuss family, their most memorable gigs, playing in various bands and their best advice in the music business. Produced & Edited by Matthew Mallinger

Frank Marshall Dec 22, 2020

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Tune in to the next episode of The Jay Jay French Connection to hear Jay Jay chat with Frank Marshall, acclaimed film director and producer, who recently directed the Bee Gees documentary "How Can You Mend a Broken Heart." Listen to this unique interview to hear Jay Jay and Frank discuss documentary filmmaking, The Bee Gees early years , the love of music & Frank's expansive career in film. Produced & Edited by Matthew Mallinger

Dee Snider Dec 15, 2020

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Tune in to this week's episode to hear special guest Dee Snider! Listen to Jay Jay & Dee discuss 45 years of friendship, their history working together in Twisted Sister, Dee's new Christmas song "The Magic of Christmas Day," international fame, the current political climate and much more. Produced & Edited by Matthew Mallinger

Rob Halford - Love & Metal Dec 08, 2020

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In the second episode of the French Connection, Jay Jay brings on heavy metal legend Rob Halford, to discuss his new book "Confess." Tune in to hear Jay Jay & Rob discuss the birthplace of heavy metal, their early days in Judas Priest and Twisted Sister, memorable performances, communicating through music and wisdom with age. You won't want to miss this one! Produced & Edited by Matthew Mallinger

Mike Portnoy Dec 01, 2020

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In the premier episode of The French Connection, Jay Jay brings on his close friend and renowned drummer Mike Portnoy. Tune in to listen to Jay Jay and Mike discuss their musical histories, playing together in Twisted Sister, the importance of drummers, Beatles fandom & much more. Produced & Edited by Matthew Mallinger