Funk Flex took to social media to disclose this final present on Sizzling 97 will allegedly be on Sept. 1. Nevertheless, the makeshift announcement has led to extra questions than solutions — and loads of reward for his contributions to the tradition.
Taking to X (previously generally known as Twitter), the legendary DJ posted an all caps announcement that reads: “THIS MONDAY LABOR DAY SEPTEMBER 1ST WITH BE MY LAST SHOW ON HOT97 AT 7PM! ALL THINGS COME TO AN END! END OF AN ERA THAT I ENJOYED VERY MUCH! I SUPER ENJOYED IT ALL! I WILL MAKE THE LAST SHOW A GREAT ONE! APPRECIATE EVERYONE WHO HAS SUPPORTED ME OVER THE YEARS!”
The message isn’t precisely exact because it solely says it’s his “final present,” not that he’s exiting his long-term radio residence of Sizzling 97. However that departure is implied by the “All issues come to an finish. ” So whereas it does appear to be Flex is breaking out, perhaps it means he’s transferring to a brand new time slot? In truth, sources inform HHW that is the case with Flex transferring to afternoons.
To this point, it’s been radio silence from Sizzling 97 concerning the announcement, although. TMZ is reporting that there have been a number of programming adjustments on the station. Flex is definitely going to be on the air from 5pm to 10pm. The morning present will probably be on from 6am to 11pm whereas Nessa will maintain down the afternoons from 1pm to 5pm. Longtime mixer DJ Enuff let go and HHW sources says TT Torrez not too long ago left so her afternoon can be open. DJ Camilo will now be on the combo from 4pm to 5pm.
Regardless, because of Flex not working these phrases by a seasoned PR rep, the folks on-line are most likely reacting greater than they already would have. A number of it’s good, some is unhealthy and many is downright petty. Peep a few of the extra noteworthy reactions under.
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