DR. FUNKENSTEIN TURNS 85

George Clinton Turns 85: The Madd Hatta’s BET Awards Conversation with a Funk Legend On George Clinton’s 85th birthday, The Madd Hatta reaches back to the 2026 BET Awards for a special conversation with one of the most influential figures in music history. Recorded in June during BET Awards weekend, Hatta catches up with the legendary mastermind behind Parliament-Funkadelic, whose groundbreaking sound, larger-than-life creativity, and unmistakable funk have influenced generations of R&B, hip-hop, and popular culture. From the Mothership to “Atomic Dog” and beyond, George Clinton’s impact is still being felt more than five decades later. Celebrate 85 years of funk, innovation, and musical history with this special birthday edition featuring The Madd Hatta and the one and only George Clinton. Happy 85th Birthday to the Godfather of Funk!