Vitamin E by Nicholas Wood: A Techno-House Time Capsule That Still Hits
Let’s talk about Vitamin E, the 2002 release from Nicholas Wood, out on Ovum Recordings. If you’re into electronic music that feels like it was brewed in a neon-lit basement somewhere in the US, this one’s for you. It’s got that raw techno edge with house vibes sprinkled all over, and honestly? It still slaps.
The title track, “Vitamin E,” is where my brain goes first when I think of this album. There’s something about how it starts—this slow-building tension, almost like the music is daring you to stick around—and then BAM, it drops, and suddenly you’re not just listening anymore; you’re living inside the beat. The bassline is hypnotic, pulling you deeper every time it loops back around. I remember hearing this at some late-night party years ago (or maybe it was early morning? Time gets weird), and it felt like everyone in the room collectively agreed: THIS is what we came here for. You can’t fake that kind of vibe.
Then there’s “Over Mistress.” This one sneaks up on you. At first, it feels understated compared to “Vitamin E,” but give it two minutes, and those swirling synths grab hold of your soul. It’s moody without being overly dramatic, kinda like staring out a rainy window while sipping coffee. Except instead of coffee, imagine it’s… I dunno, an energy drink mixed with glitter. Yeah, that sounds about right. Every time I hear it, I get lost in its layers, finding new little details each listen. Like, wait—was that sound always there?
What strikes me most about Vitamin E is how timeless it feels. Even though it dropped way back in 2002, it doesn’t scream “early 2000s relic.” Instead, it’s more like a secret handshake between eras—a reminder that good electronic music doesn’t have an expiration date. And honestly, isn’t that wild? We live in a world obsessed with trends, yet here’s an album quietly proving that sometimes less really is more.
So yeah, if you stumble across Vitamin E in a dusty corner of your favorite record store—or hey, even online—grab it. Stick it on during a road trip or when you need to escape your own head for a bit. Just don’t blame me if you find yourself zoning out and missing your exit. Nicholas Wood crafted something special here, and damn if it doesn’t still resonate nearly two decades later. Who knew vitamins could be so intoxicating?
