Mark Slater's "Natural Selection," released on May 6, 2010, under Make Noise Not War Records, is a concise yet captivating exploration of Charles Darwin's groundbreaking theory. Clocking in at just under 30 minutes, this album is a whirlwind tour through the key concepts and locations that shaped Darwin's understanding of evolution. From the eerie tones of "Darwin's Mystery of Mysteries" to the cosmic expanses of "Island Worlds Across the Galaxy," Mark Slater weaves a sonic tapestry that mirrors the diversity and complexity of natural selection. Each track, from "Creatures of the Galapagos" to "DNA and the Cell," offers a unique sonic landscape, reflecting the scientific intrigue and wonder that Darwin himself must have felt. This album is not just a musical experience but a journey through the very fabric of life, as seen through the lens of one of history's most influential thinkers.