ATLANTA — Another Atlanta music icon has died. Anthony Platt, better known as “DJ Unk,” died Friday according to a statement from his record label, Big Oomp Records.
“DJ Unk was not just a legendary DJ, rapper and producer, but a true cornerstone of our label and the imprint that he left globally will be cherished forever,” Big Oomp Records said in an Instagram post.
His 2006 debut album “Beat’n Down Yo Block” reached no. 21 on Billboard’s R&B and Hip-Hop chart. In 2008, he dropped his second album “Second Season.”
“Hit songs such as ‘Walk It Out’ and ‘2 Step’ have left an indelible mark on the industry, and his legacy will continue to inspire artists, DJs, and fans alike for years to come. His energy, creativity, and commitment to the craft will never be forgotten,” the record label said.
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In a post on Facebook, Platt’s wife, Sherkita Long-Platt, said “Please respect me and my family. I just lost my husband and my kids just lost their father. Our life will never be the same. I LOVE YOU ANTHONY FOREVER.”
So far, there is no word on Platt’s cause of death. In 2009, Platt was rushed to the hospital after having a heart attack, according to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.
Platt was 43.
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