Pontape 2013 Remake Original Mix [RECOMMENDED]

By 2013, the landscape of electronic music had shifted. The "big room" sound had taken over, and production standards had moved toward cleaner, more compressed, and sonically "heavy" textures. Cohen’s decision to remake his own classic was a response to this shift.

When Renato Cohen first released "Pontape" on Carl Cox’s Intec Records in 2002, it became an instant anthem. It was the quintessential example of "Brazilian Techno"—characterized by high energy, relentless percussion, and a looping, tribal soul. At 135+ BPM, the original reflected the hard-groove era of the early 2000s, serving as a bridge between the clinical precision of European techno and the rhythmic warmth of South America. The Remake: A Decade of Evolution Pontape 2013 Remake Original Mix

In the context of Cohen’s career, the 2013 version reaffirmed his status as a pioneer. It reminded the world that "Pontape" wasn't just a nostalgic relic, but a living piece of dance music architecture that continues to influence the "hard groove" revival seen in the techno scene today. By 2013, the landscape of electronic music had shifted