HOT 97

HOT 97 Home of Hip Hop
#1 For Hip Hop & Entertainment HOT 97 has become a nationally recognized brand spawning a number of sister stations across the country.

HOT 97 was born in 1992 and has been the premiere outlet for the hottest music and news in the Hip Hop and R&B community for 17 years. DJ Funkmaster Flex, arguably the face of the franchise, leads a world-renowned roster of on-air personalities and DJ’s who have become celebrities well beyond HOT 97’s walls. These include Cipha Sounds, Dennis Rivera, Mister Cee, Angie Martinez, DJ Enuff and numero

us other personalities who have interviewed and enhanced the artistry of legends from all facets of current culture such as Jay-Z, Notorious B.I.G, Diddy, Busta Rhymes, Mary J. Blige, Jamie Foxx, Tyler Perry, Chris Rock, Bill Clinton, Hillary Clinton, Barack Obama and many more. Along with legendary personalities, HOT 97 has become famous for trendsetting lifestyle events. The annual sellout of events such as HOT 97’s On Da Reggae Tip, HOT 97’s April Fools’ Day Comedy Show and our signature lifestyle event – HOT 97’s Summer Jam – validate the power and influence of the HOT 97 brand. Beyond lifestyle extensions, HOT 97 has had a strong presence in the community through its philanthropic contributions to different charities, support of local charitable events and insightful programming addressing issues throughout New York’s multicultural community. As entertainment, media and the music industry continue a transition into the digital age, HOT 97 stays ahead of the curve offering listeners numerous opportunities to connect with the brand at home, at work or on the go through our various Digital capabilities including HOT 97.com. These tools offer listeners exclusive audio & video content, news & event updates, contests, texting & SMS communication with our personalities and client partners, podcasts, videos and more.

‘Cosby’ Actor Blasted For Laughing At Jason Williams’ Klay Thompson & Megan Thee Stallion Remarks👇 Check Comments for th...
11/16/2025

‘Cosby’ Actor Blasted For Laughing At Jason Williams’ Klay Thompson & Megan Thee Stallion Remarks

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Rory Farrell Deletes X Account After Backlash Over Resurfaced Anti-Black Posts👇 Check Comments for the link 👇
11/16/2025

Rory Farrell Deletes X Account After Backlash Over Resurfaced Anti-Black Posts

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Michelle Obama Says White Hair Standards ‘Trap’ Black Women👇 Check Comments for the link 👇
11/16/2025

Michelle Obama Says White Hair Standards ‘Trap’ Black Women

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Even before they can talk or crawl, babies are already sizing people up. Research shows that infants as young as six mon...
11/16/2025

Even before they can talk or crawl, babies are already sizing people up. Research shows that infants as young as six months can spot the difference between someone who’s helpful and someone who isn’t — and they respond to it. In controlled tests, babies repeatedly chose the “good” character and avoided the ones that acted selfish or unpredictable.

Scientists say this reaction isn’t something they learn — it’s built in. Before they ever learn language, babies are watching social cues closely, figuring out who feels safe and who doesn’t. They might look quiet and innocent, but they’re already reading human behavior, and those early instincts could influence how they interact with people as they grow.

11/16/2025

Snubbs slid through and SHOOK the whole building, went crazy with them bars during his in-studio freestyle of “Wish You Well”

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🎞️ A Locked In Media Group Production

Twenty-four years ago today, Microsoft released the OG Xbox in the U.S 👀🔥
11/16/2025

Twenty-four years ago today, Microsoft released the OG Xbox in the U.S 👀🔥

11/15/2025

Punta Cana… UNFORGETTABLE. All 3 days were straight legendary, the island was shaking, the crowd was wild, and the energy never dropped once.

From Day 1 to Day 3, and .aybar didn’t just host… They transformed the entire festival into a full-blown MOVIE. This recap says it all 📸:

Moments like this don’t happen twice. History was made in real time.

Afrobeats • Dancehall • Hip-Hop 🇩🇴
Three days. Pure vibes. Pure magic.

How is it so far? 👇🎮
11/15/2025

How is it so far? 👇🎮

11/15/2025

Keep it on HOT 97 for your chance to score family 4-packs to the UniverSoul Circus all-new Christmas-themed show at Coney Island in Brooklyn!
To purchase tickets for this winter wonderland under the big top go to UniverSoulCircus.com! See you under the big top! The FUN begins November 21st!
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Drake released “Take Care” 14 years ago today! What was your favorite song from this album? 👇🔥
11/15/2025

Drake released “Take Care” 14 years ago today! What was your favorite song from this album? 👇🔥

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11/15/2025

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Rihanna has officially made history as the first Black woman to create two brands that have each crossed the billion-dol...
11/15/2025

Rihanna has officially made history as the first Black woman to create two brands that have each crossed the billion-dollar mark. Forbes and Reuters report that Fenty Beauty — which she co-owns at 50% — pulled in roughly US$450 million in net sales in 2024 and is projected to be valued between US$1 billion and US$2 billion in 2025.

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