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Learn more about the captains, crew and mic controllers who have helped shape Pirate Rave Productions. Click on a name below to read their full profile.

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Gentleman Dread (The Captain)

Founder · Drum & Bass DJ / producer · Portsmouth

Gentleman Dread is the founder of Pirate Rave Productions—a DnB DJ and producer from Portsmouth whose sound fuses cosmic basslines, jungle rollers and heavyweight dancefloor energy. After years championing talent in Whistler, Canada, he returned to the South Coast to build a pirate-themed rave brand rooted in community and dark, underground drum & bass.

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Lees (First Mate)

DnB producer / DJ · South Coast

Leeson Murray is a drum & bass producer and DJ from the South Coast, known for positive energy, heavy mixes and regular appearances on local rave and radio line-ups. As "Lees", he brings rolling selections and B2B mischief to Pirate Rave events and South Coast nights.

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DJ Sammy C (Quartermaster)

Drum & Bass DJ · Portsmouth · PureFM resident

Portsmouth-based DJ Sammy C brings fast-paced, bass-heavy drum & bass to every set— from dark rollers to high-energy anthems. A PureFM resident with deep roots in the rave scene, she's shared stages with heavyweights and keeps Pirate Rave crowds locked in from warm-up to peak time.

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Rank F (Boatswain)

Drum & Bass DJ · Gosport, UK

Rank F is a drum & bass DJ from Gosport whose sets travel across the spectrum—from deep rollers to upfront bangers. Active since the mid-2010s, his promo mixes and guest appearances show a versatile, technical style that fits perfectly with Pirate Rave's dark, energetic direction.

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DJ V (Navigator)

Drum & Bass DJ · B2B specialist

DJ V is a drum & bass DJ known for fluid B2B sets and support appearances at Pirate Rave and South Coast events—keeping things tight between headliners and residents with rolling, crowd-focused selections.

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L-iam (Gunner)

Drum & Bass DJ · Launch crew

L-iam has been part of the Pirate Rave journey since the launch nights—bringing tight, rave-ready selections and support sets that bridge from warm-up into full-scale chaos. Expect energetic blends and a focus on keeping the dancefloor moving.

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Graphite (Boatswain)

Drum & Bass DJ · South Coast

Graphite is a South Coast drum & bass DJ whose selections lean towards moody, weighty rollers and underground sounds—ideal for late-night Pirate Rave sets in low-ceiling rooms and smoky basements.

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Havok (Gunner)

Drum & Bass DJ · Original PRP crew · Ransaked Records

Havok is one of the early Pirate Rave crew members, helping to "man the rigging" on the first runs of events. A selector rooted in heavy drum & bass, Havok's sets lean into dark, driving rhythms that suit the below-deck Pirate Rave atmosphere. Associated with Ransaked Records, he brings label energy and underground weight to every set.

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Dave The Goat (Powder Monkey)

Drum & Bass DJ · Core Crew

Dave The Goat is a drum & bass DJ and core member of the Pirate Rave crew, bringing heavy selections and dancefloor energy to PRP events. Known for his versatile mixing and deep knowledge of the underground DnB scene, he's a regular presence on the decks at PRP raids and crew nights.

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Replete (Master-at-Arms)

Drum & Bass DJ / producer · "Living in the dark expanse"

Replete is a drum & bass DJ and producer whose slogan—"living in the dark expanse of drum and bass"—says it all. With studio collaborations and guest mixes across the UK, his sets bring gritty atmospheres, sharp drums and deep-space basslines to the Pirate Rave sound.

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Blakey (The Surgeon)

Drum & Bass DJ · B2B chaos engineer

Known for B2B sets with Replete and other South Coast selectors, Blakey brings high-energy blends and dancefloor pressure—a natural fit for Halloween raids and late-night Pirate Rave sessions.

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Psyclone (Gunner)

Dark drum & bass DJ

Psyclone's sets lean into darker textures—twisted reeses, moody atmospheres and relentless drum work that suits the "cursed waters" side of Pirate Rave line-ups.

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Lustral (Gunner)

Drum & Bass DJ · South Coast

Lustral is a South Coast drum & bass DJ known for polished selections and smooth mixing. With a focus on quality rollers and dancefloor-focused tracks, Lustral brings a refined touch to Pirate Rave line-ups, balancing underground weight with accessible energy that keeps crowds locked in.

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Vylan (Gunner)

Drum & Bass DJ · Heavy-hitting selector

Vylan is a drum & bass DJ whose sets pack serious weight—heavy basslines, sharp drums and relentless energy. Known for upfront selections and powerful mixing, Vylan brings cannon-blast intensity to every Pirate Rave appearance, delivering the kind of hard-hitting DnB that defines the crew's dark, underground sound.

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Azi

Drum & Bass DJ · Pirate Rave Crew

Azi is a drum & bass DJ and member of the Pirate Rave Productions crew, bringing dark, underground selections and heavyweight bassweight to every set. With technical mixing and versatile track selection, Azi keeps crowds locked in from first drop to last reload.

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Just Jackson (Gunner)

Drum & Bass DJ · South Coast circuit

Just Jackson is a selector who has appeared on Pirate Rave promo and South Coast events—tying together underground drum & bass flavours with a party-ready approach on the decks.

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S-ENCE MC (Navigator)

Drum & Bass MC · Portsmouth · Substance Sounds co-owner

S-ENCE MC (Stu Croymans) is a Portsmouth-based drum & bass MC and co-owner of Substance Sounds. With sharp lyrics and a deep love for jungle and rollers, he hosts events, studio mixes and club nights—including Pirate Rave raids—keeping the crowd fully engaged from first drop to last reload.

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MC Dunn (Gunner)

Drum & Bass MC · South Coast

MC Dunn is a drum & bass host known for the Prang8seven & Mc Dunn DnB show, radio appearances and live sets around Portsmouth. With high-energy bars and a focus on supporting the DJs, he's a natural fit for Pirate Rave's rowdy, below-deck vibe.

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MC Lucky (Powder Monkey)

Drum & Bass MC · Host & Halloween specialist

MC Lucky is a high-energy host whose hype, crowd control and pirate-flavoured bars lock ravers into the mix—especially on Halloween takeovers and high-drama headline nights.

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