DJ Uncle Al

DJ Uncle Al
Birth name	Albert Leroy Moss
Also known as	Uncle Al
Born	August 14, 1969
Origin	Miami, Florida, U.S.
Died	September 10, 2001(2001-09-10)
Genres	Southern Rap, Miami Bass Hip hop
Occupations	DJ and Rapper
Years active	1992–2001

"DJ Uncle Al" (August 14, 1969 – September 10, 2001), born Albert Moss in Miami, Florida, was an American DJ.

Moss was known 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 shot and killed on September 10, 2001.

Biography

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.

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 Moss. It promotes his philosophy of "Peace In The Hood."

References

• "4th Annual DJ Uncle Al "Peace in the Hood" Festival" (Press release). PeaceInDaHood.org. August 18, 2005. http://www.miamidade.gov/comm/Press_Releases/05-08-18_peace-hood.asp. Retrieved 2006-11-14. 

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Name	Al, Dj Uncle
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Date of birth	August 14, 1969
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Date of death	September 10, 2001
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