Not Without Risk

The second solo effort by percussionist Byron Metcalf follows his collaboration with Steve Roach, "The Serpent's Lair". On this new CD, he lets out all the stops, and dives straight into the heart of percussive, juicy music, with deep rhythms, a bottom that won't quit, and high-caliber production of his own design.Turn it up on a good stereo & hang on! – Lloyd Barde, Backroads Music I have used Byron Metcalf's NOT WITHOUT RISK in shamanic divination journey work of various kinds, and have found it to be extremely valuable in taking one to the deep, at times frightening inner spaces that one often encounters in self-exploration. The deep resonant bass pulse and driving rhythms keep one moving through the changes, and provide a safe container for this kind of work. – Ralph Metzner, Ph.D., author of THE UNFOLDING SELF.