The old year is closing out, and a new one is beginning. It’s a time of celebration, and a time of contemplation. As a newcomer to the Tolosa Press family, and with your kind indulgence, I’d like to take the opportunity to tell you about me.
I wasn’t always a goddess. Continue reading A Little Bit Me | The Goddess of Groove By Mad Royal →

Sometimes you see something or meet someone who defines a concept for you. A defining moment for Newton was when the apple fell on his head (according to folk legend). That moment defined the concept of gravity for him. For many people, the person “Mother” defines the concept of unconditional love. For me, hearing Dorian Michael for the first time defined my understanding of what was meant by the term “root blues music”. Continue reading At the Root of Things: Dorian Michael  The Goddess of Groove—By Mad Royal →

The holiday season is well under way. Already most of our communities have had tree lighting ceremonies and strolls through historic towns, and festive folks enjoy a cup of cider here and there while Christmas music, live or canned, floats through the delightfully chilly air.
It is a natural human instinct to want to gather closer to loved ones during the holidays. Whether you have family in the area, or are on your own, here are some holiday parties with live music you can enjoy to help you get into the festive mood. If you’re single, you will find that other single folks are out in force this time of the year, so it’s a great time to meet new people. All of these events are free and open to the public. Please remember to support the venues that provide live music by purchasing food or drink, and please tip those hard working musicians. Continue reading Eat, Drink, Dance, and Be Merry: The Goddess of Groove—By Mad Royal →