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.

The New York Knicks take game 2 (2-0) 🏀
06/06/2026

The New York Knicks take game 2 (2-0) 🏀

Lola Brooke is in da BUILDING 🔥Dont play wit it, Spurs Fans!SNIPES USA
06/06/2026

Lola Brooke is in da BUILDING 🔥

Dont play wit it, Spurs Fans!

SNIPES USA

Honey Bxby is pulling up to HOT 97 Summer Jam! A live performance on the biggest stage of the summer. 🌟🎶Don’t miss your ...
06/06/2026

Honey Bxby is pulling up to HOT 97 Summer Jam! A live performance on the biggest stage of the summer. 🌟🎶

Don’t miss your chance to see Honey Bxby live at Summer Jam 2026! 🎫 Get your tickets now at summerjam.hot97.com or Ticketmaster.com

06/06/2026

We're giving away Summer Jam tickets live RIGHT NOW

HOT 97 x SNIPES USA Knicks vs Spurs Watch Party

Listen to our very own Kaz break down the lineup:

06/05/2026

The new trailer for Stranger Than Heaven featured an appearance from Tupac. Snoop Dogg is also a character featured in the game

Instagram Plus, a new subscription designed to give you more of what you love about Instagram. Instagram Plus offers exc...
06/05/2026

Instagram Plus, a new subscription designed to give you more of what you love about Instagram. Instagram Plus offers exclusive features to help you express yourself, connect deeper with friends, and customize your experience in new ways. The Instagram you know and love today isn’t changing and will always be free; this new subscription is simply an optional upgrade for people who want more control, deeper insights, and premium features.

Get closer to who matters
• Story Spotlight – Give your story priority for your friends.
• Super Hearts – Send vibrant, animated hearts that burst across the screen to celebrate stories from friends.
• Multiple Story Audiences – Create as many audience lists as you want, so you can share exactly the right story with exactly the right people.
• Story Extend – Set your story to last 48 hours so the people you care about have more time to see it.
See previews and insights
• Story Preview – Preview stories without the pressure to react.
• Story Rewatch Insights – See how many times your stories were rewatched.
• Search Viewer List – Quickly check if a specific person viewed your story.
Make it yours
• Custom App Icon – Choose your own app icon from a curated selection designed by Instagram and Instagram creators.
• Custom Bio Font – Customize the font of your profile bio to match your style.
• More Profile Pins – Pin up to 6 posts to your profile to highlight what matters most.
• Post Directly to Profile – Post to your profile or highlights without it appearing in friends’ feeds.

are you going to use this option?

Drake has officially surpassed 1 Billion streams on Spotify! 👀🔥
06/05/2026

Drake has officially surpassed 1 Billion streams on Spotify! 👀🔥

Daphne Joy Appears Unbothered by Diddy Controversy, Shares New Twerk VideoCheck Comments for Full Story:
06/05/2026

Daphne Joy Appears Unbothered by Diddy Controversy, Shares New Twerk Video

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Game 2 of the Nba Finals! Who you got winning tonight’s Game? 👇🏀
06/05/2026

Game 2 of the Nba Finals! Who you got winning tonight’s Game? 👇🏀

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06/05/2026

Jim Jones Thinks JAŸ-Z “Spared” People In Roots Picnic Freestyle

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