Accolades & Accomplishments
Patrick Chafin, the founder of both DFRNT Records and DFRNT Studios, has accomplished impressive feats since and before their founding in 2022. He has successfully secured major label deals (Sony/Vnclm-Atlantic/ESPN) & brand sponsorships (Nike, GoPuff, Xgames) for multiple artists, alongside increasing overall growth in streaming and development. All of the team members' expertise and knowledge of the music industry has been invaluable to the growth and success of our label.
2020
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Shortly After moving to Los Angeles, Patrick Landed Head Engineer & Executive Production Role for Numerous Signed Artists- AzChike, Smokeasac, AD, Dashawn Jordan, Nevi, Zedsu, ETC...
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Patrick earned Mix Credits/Backend for over 10million Cumulative Streams
2021
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As Dashawn Jordan's Manager, Signed a 12 month Pub Deal with ESPN.
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Brought 'Dirty Xan' to Sony's Avex Division in West Hollywood for a 3 year Distribution Deal.
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Helped negotiate 'Nevi' Management and Representation Deal with BlacNoize/Active MGMT.
2022
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Opened DFRNT Studios in Koreatown, California
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Developed & Signed Nashon9k to VNCLM/Atlantic Records
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Multiple Brand Partnerships for Dashawn Jordan with Xgames, Nike, & GoPuff.
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Brought on Frank Agnone as Investor for DFRNT Records Artists Management Deals.
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Lead Board Member for Guess Originals x Pushing for Pink Breastival in Los Angeles
2023
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DFRNT Studios houses some of the City's Major Label and Independent Artists & Rappers.
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DFRNT Records and Studios has 10+ Employees (Day to Day MGMT, Freelance Engineers, etc..)
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Dashawn Jordan was featured on numerous radio stations and booked for 5+ shows nationwide.
