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.

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09/23/2025

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On September 22, 2025, the Northern Hemisphere experiences the autumnal equinox, marking the official arrival of fall.Al...
09/22/2025

On September 22, 2025, the Northern Hemisphere experiences the autumnal equinox, marking the official arrival of fall.

Although “equinox” comes from the Latin for “equal night,” the balance between daylight and darkness isn’t exact today. Because of atmospheric refraction and the Sun’s rounded disk, we actually receive a bit more daylight—about 12 hours and 8 minutes in total. The true balance of day and night, called the “equilux,” happens a few days later, around September 25.

Jimmy Kimmel Live! is set to make its return this Tuesday.
09/22/2025

Jimmy Kimmel Live! is set to make its return this Tuesday.

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09/22/2025

Singer-songwriter , real name David Anthony Burke, has sparked online controversy over the moderation of his official Reddit community. Fans allege that posts critical of him or referencing the ongoing police investigation into the death of 15-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez are being deleted. Thoughts? 👇👀😳

It’s fall season! Is fall the best season? 👇🍂
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It’s fall season! Is fall the best season? 👇🍂

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