Today we’d like to introduce you to Roz Malone.
Hi Roz, so excited to have you on the platform. So before we get into questions about your work-life, maybe you can bring our readers up to speed on your story and how you got to where you are today?
Meet Roslyn “Roz” Malone: Saxophonist, Vocalist, and Founder of Saxual Healing
Roslyn “Roz” Malone is a dynamic force in Nashville’s music scene. A saxophonist, vocalist, and storyteller, Roz blends soul, jazz, and purpose into everything she creates. Originally from North Alabama, she moved to Tennessee to study at Middle Tennessee State University and began building her career in Nashville by 2017.
After years of performing in small clubs and steadily growing her network, Roz began landing major gigs with artists like Jennifer Hudson, Chris Stapleton, Keith Urban, and Victor Wooten. But she didn’t just want to make music she wanted to make an impact.
As a Black woman in a male-dominated industry, Roz continues to carve her own lane. She is an active member of the Black Music Action Coalition and Nashville Women in Jazz, where she works to amplify marginalized voices in the industry.
Her most meaningful work to date is founding Saxual Healing, a music-based program designed to help women and girls heal from trauma. Through performances and workshops, Roz uses music as a tool for transformation and empowerment.
Her original songs like Resilient and Breaking Point reflect her journey and inspire others to turn their pain into power. Roz is committed to breaking barriers and creating space for healing through sound, story, and sisterhood.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
The journey hasn’t been easy. Like many women in music especially Black women , I have faced my share of obstacles, from being underestimated to navigating industry politics and unspoken cliques. At times, I had to deal with jealousy, closed doors, and environments that weren’t always welcoming. Still, I kept showing up, playing, singing, and speaking my truth.
Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your work?
I specialize in creating transformative musical experiences through my saxophone, vocals, and storytelling. My sound blends jazz, R&B, and gospel influences, allowing me to connect with audiences on a deep emotional level. I’m the founder of Saxual Healing, a music-based program I created to help women and girls heal from trauma through sound, self-expression, and community. Whether I’m performing, recording, or leading a workshop, I use my gifts to inspire, empower, and help others turn their pain into power. For me, music isn’t just a passion it’s a form of healing and a tool for change.
Can you tell us more about what you were like growing up?
Growing up, I was full of energy, curiosity, and creativity. I loved to sing and dance from a young age, and music was a big part of my life. My mom was a choir director, so I was always at church, singing in just about every choir there was children’s choir, youth choir, and even the adult choir alongside my grandma and aunts. The first instrument I learned was drums, then piano, and later I fell in love with the saxophone. Outside of music, I was adventurous and loved being outdoors. I was definitely a tomboy climbing trees, riding bikes, and exploring everything around me. I was always moving, always imagining, and always expressing myself through sound, movement, and nature.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://Saxxyroz.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rozmalonemusic?igsh=NGF4bmFxZzMzanNw&utm_source=qr
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1VAQxgrRHS/?mibextid=wwXIfr
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roz-malone-341642a1?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app
