H-Town
For Houston and much of Texas, the Michael Watts versions of songs were not just remixes. They were an entirely different emotional experience. When Michael 5000 Watts slowed records down, added space between the words, and spoke directly to the listener, the music felt personal. These versions lived in car systems, late night drives, neighborhood […]
Save the Date. February 12th. King’s Day for DJ Michael 5000 Watts. The city will reflect, remember, and gather in honor of a man whose voice, vision, and influence shaped the sound of the city we love. Details for the event will be shared through Watts’ official social media pages, but the meaning already feels […]
Before video games ruled malls and basements, before kids carried screens in their pockets and DJs sampled every blip and bleep they could find, there was Tilt’s “Arkade Funk” — a 1983 electro-go-go anthem that sounds like the soundtrack to every joystick and pinball machine you ever tilted mid-game. Issued as a 12-inch single on […]
Enter for your chance to win a pair of tickets to “The R&B Lovers Tour” on Saturday, June 6, 2026 at Toyota Center! Your chance to see Keith Sweat, Joe, Dru Hill and Ginuwine live ends Sunday, Feb. 15! Radio One General Promotional Rules
The NBA’s biggest stars take over Los Angeles for a revamped All-Star Weekend, featuring a new USA vs. World format, celebrity showdowns, and nonstop entertainment on and off the court.
From defense to skill players, the Texans’ strong Pro Bowl presence proved Houston’s rebuild is officially in the rearview.
Houston and the entire state of Texas are mourning the loss of a true cultural giant. Michael “5000” Watts passed away on January 30, 2026, surrounded by loved ones. His passing has left a deep void not only in the music industry, but in the heart of the city he helped shape for decades. From […]
Pioneering electro artist Man Parrish's 1982 hit 'Be Bop (Don't Stop)' shattered genre boundaries and influenced generations of dance music.
The Madd Hatta Morning Show on Majic 102.1 is no stranger to stirring the pot, but the latest installment of his “Daily Dilemma” segment has taken the internet by storm. A woman’s viral rant, claiming there’s “no benefit in a man being a stepdad or taking on a single mom because these women are ungrateful […]
Black hair care pioneers Annie Malone and Madam C.J. Walker's legacies intertwine, highlighting overlooked contributions to Black history.
It’s the conversation that took over The Madd Hatta Show: A Black woman, seven years deep into marriage, admitted she was unhappy. The twist? Her husband hadn’t done anything wrong. In fact, by her own admission, he is “absolutely perfect.” But as she revealed, sometimes “perfect” just isn’t enough when you’ve lost yourself in the […]
The phone lines at The Madd Hatta Show lit up this week during the popular “Daily Dilemma” segment, as listeners responded with passion and outrage to a viral audio clip attacking the work ethic of Black women. The controversy stemmed from comments made by a guest named Jen on the Nothing But the Truth podcast, […]