Radical ruralism: Wallace selects us 10 tracks filled with sounds firmly rooted in nature and the outdoors.

‘Secondaria’ by Grand River

Chilling piece of music with an expertly paced arrangement that tangles you into its twisted arms.

‘Birds, Pt. 1’ by Chassol

The blending of bird sounds to heighten the melody in this is a bonkers touch of genius.

‘Forest Palace’ by D.K

From the release notes - “a gorgeous new age ambient tribute to ancient Vietnamese spirit possession rituals,” crafted by Paris-based Dang Khoa Chau.

‘Jungle Drugstore’ by Time Warp

The soundtrack to a trippy forest excursion. Released in ’94, the track was given a remaster and digital release earlier this year.

‘Echoes From Mamori’ by Olof Dreijer

A Swedish wizard whose sound defies categorisation. The way the opening synth blossoms from a bird call into a fully-fleshed melody is an absolute touch.

‘Rain Forest’ by Brothers’ Vibe

The undisputed heavyweight champ of bongo/conga-led house music.

‘Small Pebbled Forest (2005 edit)’ by Jesse Somfay

Delicate, transportive, stone-cold classic with the perfect title to match.

‘Sandstorms’ by Carl Craig

One of my all-time favourites and an absolute masterclass in how to speak through sound.

‘Midnight On the Mountain’ by Wallace

Inspired by a late night in the mountains of the Etosha National Park waiting for elephants to come to their watering hole.

‘Sea Blue’ by Susumu Yokota

Short, sweet, ambient balearia to end this little feature. Thanks for listening!