Cool World by Roberto Peruvia: A House Gem from 2002 That Still Slaps
Alright, let’s talk about Cool World, the criminally underrated electronic album by Roberto Peruvia. Released in 2002 under the Wildthing label out of the UK, this one's a straight-up vibe machine for anyone into House music with a bit of soul. It’s not trying to reinvent the wheel, but damn if it doesn’t make that wheel spin smoother than ever.
First up, we’ve got the title track, Cool World (Main Mix). This is the kind of tune that feels like walking into a neon-lit club where everyone somehow knows your name. The beat hits right away—steady, infectious, and just groovy enough to get you moving without being all “LOOK AT ME, I’M THE BEAT.” What sticks with me? The synth riff. It’s simple, sure, but there’s something cheeky about how it loops around, teasing you to stay on the dancefloor just one more minute… or ten. You know those songs that feel like they’re winking at you? Yeah, this is one of them.
Then there’s Cool World (Dub Mix), which flips the script just enough to keep things fresh. If the Main Mix is the life of the party, the Dub Mix is its chill cousin lounging in the corner, sipping something strong and mysterious. The bassline here is deeper, almost hypnotic, and the stripped-back layers give it a raw edge. There’s a moment halfway through where everything drops out except for this echoing sound—it’s like the track takes a breath before diving back in. Feels kinda cinematic, doesn’t it? Like it’s scoring some late-night scene in a movie you didn’t realize you were starring in.
What makes Cool World stick in my brain isn’t just the music itself—it’s the mood. Listening to it feels like stepping into another world, one where time slows down and all that matters is the rhythm. And honestly, isn’t that what good House music should do? Transport you?
Here’s the kicker though: while most albums from the early 2000s feel dated now, Cool World still holds up. Maybe it’s because House never really goes out of style, or maybe Roberto Peruvia just had some secret sauce. Either way, this little slice of UK electronica deserves a spot in your playlist rotation.
Final thought? If you’re looking for perfection, this ain’t it. But if you want an album that feels like a warm hug from an old friend who smells faintly of cigarettes and nostalgia, hit play. Oh, and don’t blame me when you find yourself dancing alone in your kitchen at 2 AM.
