Renegade Riddims: BC#9

BC#9, also known as Jason Bakes, is a DJ and producer from Denver, Colorado, USA. A touring musician since 1986, he has built a reputation for blending organic and digital elements to create fresh, innovative sounds. He’s also the founder and host of ‘The United State of Drum+Bass’ podcast.

His debut Drum & Bass album, ‘Aquasonica’, featured standout tracks like ‘Going On’ and ‘Liquid Blue’, earning both critical and commercial success. He followed up with releases like ‘Jungle Mind,’ ‘Massive,’ and ‘Sound Boy Killa,’ solidifying his place in the jungle scene. Most recently, BC#9 collaborated with Bristol-based outfit Paper Dragon on ‘Unity Gain’. Remixes of the track by Dope Ammo and Kravitz, and a version featuring Jasmine Knight’s vocals are set to drop soon.

Having spent time in the UK during the ’90s, BC#9 witnessed the rise of Jungle, Drum & Bass and Hardcore firsthand, falling in love with the sound and culture. This deep connection led him to establish DnB United Records, a platform dedicated to celebrating the art, culture, and evolution of Drum & Bass and Jungle worldwide.

Founded in 2013 as a hub for artist interviews, album reviews, and guest mixes, DnB United Records has grown into a team of industry professionals supporting releases across the scene. Now also a record label, it’s home to BC#9, Invalid, and Lina Hrams, helping to push the genre forward on a global scale.

Today BC#9 joins our Renegade Riddims series with a mix curated for the dance floor so it’s the perfect start to your weekend! Featuring music from artists such as A.M.C, Culture Shock, Sota, Sub Focus, Kings Of The Rollers, MUZZ, Andy C, Pendulum, June Miller, Junk Mail and more!

Check out the mix below and download it for free here!

Q&A:

Sum up this mix in 10 words…

A celebration of the evolving sound of dnb, jungle, and Neurofunk.

What’s your personal favourite track on it?

Tarantula / Pendulum

What’s the special ingredient in this mix?

Track selection that, through mixing, creates energy and soul to take the listener on a unique journey. 

Tell us about your next release…

BC#9 and Paper Dragon ‘Unity Gain’ feat. Jasmine Knight on Vocals (March 2025)

What have you got coming up?

BC#9 and Paper Dragon / Kravitz remix of ‘Unity Gain’ coming end of February 2025 (Featured in this mix)

Dope Ammo & Jasmine Knight remix of ‘Unity Gain’ BC#9 and Paper Dragon coming end of April 2025

When was the last time you actually raved?

Not long ago,  an all-night rave at the Sugar Cube in Denver, Colorado. Had a blast. I’ve never stopped since the 90s.

And finally, do you have a special message for our readers?

Always be true to yourself and the music; you will never fail. Drum and bass saved my life!

TRACKLIST:

A.M.C – Don’t Forget The Dots

DNMO – Before We Go Down

Fred Again & Baby Keem – Leave Me Alone

Culture Shock – Breath

Own Boss – Move Your Body

Eliminate – Web Wobble

Sota – Machete (A.M.C Remix)

Sub Focus – Solar System

Sub Focus – Rock It (Wilkinson Remix)

Mefjus & Camo & Krooked – Sientelo

Far East Movement – Like A G6 (Dud Remix)

Bennie – Blitz

MUZZ – Pressure On The Masses (Monstercat Remix)

King Of The Rollers – You Got Me (S.P.Y. Remix)

Hedex – MHITR (Semi-Automatic)

Pendulum – Tarantula

BC#9 & Paper Dragon – Unity Gain (Kravitz Remix)

Chase & Status – Backbone

Andy C – Home In That Bass

Drumsound & Bassline Smith – Mash It Up

Delta Heavy – Ecstasy

Technique – Control VIP

Drumsound & Bassline Smith – Hardcore Junglist

James Marvel & MC Mota – Dominator

Friction – The Mix

Prolix & Mob Tactics – Transmission

The Prototypes – Pale Blue Dot

June Miller – Brace

Yasuki – Feed Your Soul

June Miller – Chain Of Strength

Mefjus – Precursor (Remix)

ShockOne – One (Remix)

Dope Ammo & Benny Page – Wishing On A Star (Remix)

Deep Notion – War Pigs (Black Sabbath Bootleg)

Junk Mail – Lock Stock

Mr Frankie – Bass Symptom

A.M.C & Turno – Ice Cold VIP

Culture Shock & Grafix – Make It Pump

Marlon Hoffstadt – It’s That Time

D.O.D. – So Much In Love (Sub Focus Remix)

Invalid (Lina Hrams) – Mind Games