Funk Flex
Not since the early ‘80s when DJs such as Grandmaster Flash were acknowledged as one of raps most popular figures had a hip-hop DJ attained such prominent status among the masses as New Yorks Funkmaster Flex. Throughout the 90’s he reigned over New York’s illustrious rap scene, capable of making or breaking artists with his high-profile position at Hot 97.
Following his radio successes, Flex began releasing commercially successful mix albums, beginning the acclaimed 60 minutes of Funk Series. Flex’s popularity only continued to rise, landing him coveted positions on MTV appearing on various shows and with his own daily show, Direct Effect.