About this episode
John Malone discusses his musical journey and the healing power of songwriting amidst personal loss.
In this powerful episode of Tulsa Tempo , host Amy welcomes Tulsa rocker John Malone for an unfiltered conversation about his personal and musical evolution. From early days in Tracing Sarah to forming the band Greenwater Mirror and navigating grief after tragic losses, John shares how music became both a refuge and a voice through hardship. Featuring live performances of “Shut In,” “Fall Into Place,” and “So Much Closer Than Distant,” John reflects on the healing power of songwriting and the emotional weight of revisiting trauma through art. A must-listen for anyone who finds comfort in music during life’s toughest seasons.
People in this episode
Host: Amy
Guest: John Malone
Topics covered
- music evolution
- grief
- songwriting
- live performances
- healing through art
Keywords
- Tulsa rocker
- music
- interview
- personal evolution
- live performances
- grief
- songwriting
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: Tracing Sarah, Greenwater Mirror, Shut In, Fall Into Place, So Much Closer Than Distant
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