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Dfrnt Lvls
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Dfrnt Lvls is a UK drum and bass producer best known for producing Stevie Hyper D’s 1999 posthumous album *The Next Step* on Island Records.
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Dfrnt Lvls is a UK-based drum and bass producer best known for his work with legendary MC Stevie Hyper D. He produced the posthumous album The Next Step, released in 1999 on Island Records, which marked the first major label release by a drum and bass MC. The record featured a blend of Hyper D’s iconic lyrical style with Dfrnt Lvls’ production, and remains a significant release in the genre’s history.
While details of his wider career are limited, Dfrnt Lvls has maintained an online presence through platforms such as Instagram, SoundCloud and Spotify, sharing music and mixes that reflect his ongoing connection to the scene. His production on The Next Step continues to be regarded as a key part of Stevie Hyper D’s musical legacy.