DJ Uncle Al

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DJ Uncle Al
Image:Uncleal.jpg DJ Uncle Al on the cover of his album "What's His Name."
Background information
Birth name	Albert Leroy Moss
Also known as	Uncle Al
Origin	Miami, Florida, USA
Died	September 10, 2001
Genre(s)	Southern Rap, Miami Bass Hip hop
Occupation(s)	DJ
Years active	1994–2001

"DJ Uncle Al" (? - September 10, 2001), born Albert Moss in Miami, Florida, was an American DJ.

DJ Uncle Al, was a very popular, respected and admired DJ that was well known nationwide for his trend setting and innovative abilities in music producing and broadcasting as well as his philosophy of "peace in the hood" and non-violence in the community. He was murdered on September 10, 2001. His untimely death was a shock to the community and music industry. However, since his death fell so close to the September 11th terrorist attacks, there was limited coverage of his death.

[edit] Biography

Albert Moss was born in Miami and graduated from Miami Northwestern High School. In Miami, he gained his experience and popularity over the course of several years. The Not-for-Profit Foundation was named in recognition of his life’s works, promotion of non-violence and constant willingness to help others in the business.

[edit] DJ Uncle Al "Peace in the Hood" Festival

The "DJ Uncle Al "Peace in the Hood" Festival" is an annual festival that is held in the Liberty City area of Miami; in honor of DJ Uncle Al. It promotes his peaceful philosophy of "Peace In The Hood."