Congratulations to @Outkast on being inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame! DJ Unk's iconic "Walk It Out" Remix featuring Outkast is part of the Karre Ventures songwriting/publishing catalog.
Shout out to DJ Unk, who passed away today at 43.
Dude may have been one of, if not the first, ATL artist to have a local indie nightclub hit take off and go mainstream platinum in the early blogging/social media era.
#RIPDJUNK!!! 🎤🙏🏾🕊️
DJ Unk’s impact on hip-hop culture is undeniable and his contributions will be remembered forever. Known for his iconic hits “Walk It Out” and “2 Step”, Unk shaped the sound of southern hip-hop and became one of the pioneers of “snap music.” From high school proms to wedding receptions and NFL stadiums, his signature sound and dances crossed the globe and influenced countless dances that followed. Unk’s music became the soundtrack to so many memories, from teenage years to college experiences - and his music still resonates today. Unk’s legacy lives on through the artists he inspired and the timeless records he gifted us. He will always hold a special place in the story of 2000s hip-hop. Rest In Peace DJ Unk. Gone far too soon 🕊️
DJ Unk has reportedly passed away at 42 years old. Anthony “DJ Unk” Platt first skyrocketed to fame in 2006 with his breakout single “Walk It Out”— the song reached the top 10 on Billboard 100 and the dance quickly became a cultural phenomenon.
His follow-up single “2 Step” also made it onto the charts.https://t.co/mQiYiG97gf
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