Jim Roberts is a percussionist and peace activist, has far-ranging musical tastes, and isn't afraid to jump into experimental waters. It's impossible to classify Tao of Time, which is equal parts tuneful, museful, and boomful. You'll hear a reggae-influenced cover of Iggy Pop's "The Passenger," a tolling bells Zen-like take of Marvin Gaye's "Inner City Blues," a jazz-meets-New Wave and R & B mash on "Soul Power," a chant-like touch on the title track, and spoken word meditations of peace, love, and misunderstanding. And, of course, there are also drum solos. It doesn't always work. ys. Percussionists often forget that what's exciting on stage is just repetitive out of context, and Roberts falls prey to this. He's an amazing drummer, but how many solos do you want if you're not watching the man with the sticks? He will make some listeners uncomfortable with his views on religion; he's spiritual, but thinks all religious systems are false. And, depending on your point of view, his raps on peace, nature, and meaning will be either inspiring or New Age naïve. I give him great credit for taking the kind of chances for which I've derided others for avoiding. The Tao of Time is an interesting concept album, the likes of which are seldom made any more. My only squawk is that it's ultimately so eclectic that it lacks a discernible identity. At this writing there were no available videos. Go to this site to hear tracks