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Funkmaster Flex

Also known as Funk Flex

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City / market: New York City / The Bronx
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Early career: Profile information coming soon
Radio station(s): HOT 97 (WQHT) · Previously: KISS FM (WRKS) and WBLS
Years active / era: Late 1980s–Present
Awards / recognition: 2026 Radio Hall of Fame nominee.

About

Funkmaster Flex is a veteran DJ, radio personality, producer and a longtime figure in New York hip-hop radio. He built his early radio career through KISS FM and WBLS before establishing his long-running presence at HOT 97.

Career highlights

Began DJing in New York City clubs as a teenager. · Worked at KISS FM and WBLS before HOT 97. · Became a longtime HOT 97 DJ and radio personality. · Known for hip-hop premieres, interviews, DJ mixes and freestyles. · Released the 60 Minutes of Funk series. · Appointed Creative Program Director at HOT 97 in 2022.

Notable shows / programs

HOT 97 radio programming · 60 Minutes of Funk · Ride with Funkmaster Flex · Funk Flex Full Throttle

Impact on Carolina radio

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Social / official links

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