Lifelong friend of Jay Jay's, & Twisted Sister bandmate Mark "The Animal" Mendoza is this week's special guest. Mark is a legendary bass player that has an incomparable feel, stage presence & knowledge of the bass guitar. Mark & Jay Jay have been business partners, musical collaborators & in-laws to one another for years. Despite how well they know one another, Mark & Jay Jay still manage to find uncovered ground through sitting down & taking the time to chat on the podcast. Hear all about Mark's influences, the ins & outs of what shaped his signature sound, & his current musical projects.

Don't miss this conversation on The Jay Jay French Connection: Beyond the Music.

Produced & edited by Matthew Mallinger