Houston's radio scene is set for a shake-up as Benjamin Thompson, aka Madd Hatta, preps to headline the afternoon drive on Majic 102.1. The slot, previously occupied by another veteran, Funky Larry Jones, will now churn out the beats with a familiar voice starting February 12, as confirmed by both the station and Houston Chronicle.

With Jones closing the curtain on a tremendous 48-year career, listeners will switch gears to tune into Madd Hatta, who made his bones in Houston first on this very station before moving to 97.9 The Box. There, he not only mastered the airwaves with a morning show that lasted two decades but also snatched up accolades such as a nomination for the Marconi Prize and the title of Air Personality of the Year by Billboard Magazine. His return is tinged with nostalgia as this station "is where it started," Madd Hatta reminisced in a promotion for his upcoming show.

The transition from a legend like Jones, known as "Uncle Funky Larry Jones," to a familiar old new face in Hatta signals a respect for legacy within the Houston radio community. Jones' tenure wasn't just about keeping company during rush hour; it was about forming a unique bond with his audience, fostering a connection that's seen as a real loss to the airwaves. In stepping into these shoes, Hatta isn't just taking over a time slot—he's continuing a heritage.

"I am thrilled to welcome Madd Hatta back to MAJIC 102.1," Pam McKay of Radio One Houston expressed. His immediate rapport with audiences and fervor for radio makes him an unmistakable fit for our programming. As he takes on this fresh chapter, we are buzzing with anticipation for what he'll bring to our community once again," the station announced. To keep up with Funky Larry Jones post-transition, fans are invited to follow his Instagram @funkylarryjones.