Our very personal, DJ and hip-hop pioneer Funk Flex is about to obtain one of many metropolis’s highest honors—the Key to the City of New York.

The iconic Bronx native, recognized for his explosive radio units, unique freestyle periods, and long-standing affect on the tradition, will likely be acknowledged for his a long time of contributions to music, broadcasting, and New York City’s identification.

The ceremony is scheduled to happen at the moment on August seventh, and can rejoice Funk Flex’s legacy as a trailblazer in hip-hop and a champion of NYC expertise. As some of the recognizable voices in radio, Flex has performed a pivotal position in breaking new artists and preserving the authenticity of the style.

Funk Flex took to social media to share the information, expressing his gratitude and reflecting on his journey to changing into a nationwide determine in radio.

“YALL READY FOR THE CELEBRATION EVENT AT ORCHARD BEACH AUGUST 7TH? I APPRECIATE EVERYTHING!” Flex wrote. “THANK YOU ERIC ADAMS, DAN, JOE JAXSON, TOMAS, ALBERT, KUDJO!”

Congratulations to Funk Flex on this well-deserved honor!