Al Nuke's life is a testament to the power of resilience and determination. Growing up homeless at the tender age of 13 in Detroit, Michigan, he was forced to confront the harsh realities of life from a young age. Despite being scattered throughout various foster homes and living in abandoned houses by the time he was 15, Al found solace in music and writing. He would record songs and stories in his head, finding ways to express himself and share his thoughts with the world.
As he entered his early twenties, Al became one of the Eastside's biggest drug dealers, a path that would eventually lead him to release his first album. However, it was not until he was 25 that he began to find true purpose and a new lease on life, releasing over 5 albums and selling over 100,000 copies. He was also found not guilty in an attempted murder case, a turning point that marked a significant shift in his life.
Al's journey did not stop there. He went on to co-direct his first documentary, "StreetLife," featuring Trick Daddy, MC Hammer, Lil Flip, Havoc, and Prodigy, among others. The documentary became a global success, selling over 500,000 copies worldwide. He also penned, starred in, and directed his first major release, "17000 Block," which won the award for Best Indie Motion Picture and Best Feature of 2007.
In addition to his work in music and film, Al opened Detroit's first Multi Media Complex, "All World Media," offering a range of services including music recording, marketing, and visual concepts. He also partnered with former Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick and Governor Granholm in various non-profit and community outreach programs.
Al's impact on the entertainment industry continued to grow, as he created a Comcast late-night show in Michigan, "Nuke At Night," which became the #1 late-night show on TV in the state, attracting 500,000 viewers Monday through Friday. He served as the Executive Producer and Host of the show.
After conquering the music, movie, and television industries in Detroit, Al set his sights on the national stage, moving to Atlanta and partnering with hit-maker Zaytoven. The two collaborated on a range of projects, including films such as "Birds of a Feather," which premiered on Netflix, and "Finesse," a comedy starring national recording artist Migos.
In recent years, Al has continued to build on his success, working on ICON status and managing day-to-day operations with Zaytoven and Capitol Records. He has also written and Executive Produced web series such as "Bag Men" and "Street Matriimoney," and is currently working on his new feature, "Birds of a Feather 2."
Throughout his journey, Al Nuke has been hailed as a genius, icon, and legend. However, he remains humble, crediting his determination and perseverance for his success. As he looks to the future, Al is driven by a simple mantra: "Know me for my footprint I leave on this planet - for I'm just getting started."
