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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President Donald Trump said the U.S. "successfully carried out a large scale strike against Venezuela" and said Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife were "captured and flown out of the Country."

World Introvert Day is observed each year on January 2, honoring introverts and the strengths they bring, including deep...
01/03/2026

World Introvert Day is observed each year on January 2, honoring introverts and the strengths they bring, including deep thought, creativity, and self reflection. Founded in 2011 by psychologist and author Felicitas Heyne, the date was chosen to follow the busy holiday season, offering introverts time to reset and recharge. The day also promotes understanding of introversion and challenges the idea that being quiet means being shy or antisocial.

“AM I THE DRAMA?” by finished 2025 as the top selling female rap album of the year 👀🔥
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“AM I THE DRAMA?” by finished 2025 as the top selling female rap album of the year 👀🔥

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Megan Thee Stallion Challenges Milagro Gramz Defamation Ruling as Tory Lanez Appeals

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This day in 1983. “Billie Jean.” Michael Jackson. Legendary 🔥🕊️
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This day in 1983. “Billie Jean.” Michael Jackson. Legendary 🔥🕊️

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Will Smith Sued By Ex-Violinst, 50 Cent Reacts

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Like father, like daughter. North West shares a new beat she produced on her TikTok.How does it sound? 👀👇🎥: North West T...
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Like father, like daughter. North West shares a new beat she produced on her TikTok.

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50 Cent and Papoose Escalate Their Feud With AI-Driven Jabs and Public Taunts

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Ice Spice was seen being helped to her ride after celebrating her birthday.📸 :
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Ice Spice was seen being helped to her ride after celebrating her birthday.
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D4vd’s Music Pulled From Video Games With Indictment Expected👇 Check Comments for the link 👇
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D4vd’s Music Pulled From Video Games With Indictment Expected

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