Best of 2018: Top Moments At HOT 97 [VIDEO]

This year has been one to remember at HOT 97!

Whatever is happening in hip hop, HOT 97 always has it’s pulse to it….if we’re not already involved. From beefs, to freestyles and the launch of a new platform for up and coming artists, check out some of the top moments at HOT 97:

Top HOT 97 Moments

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Tekashi 69 vs. Ebro

The Tekashi 69 vs. Ebro war of words raged on throughout the year. Ebro had been vocal about not being a fan of the young rapper. It got to a point where 6ix9ine namedropped the Old Man in his song.

Ebro Addresses Tekashi 6ix9ine’s IG Comments

Meek Mill Makes First Televised Performance at 25th Anniversary of Summer Jam

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Upon release from serving unjust time in jail, Meek Mill made his first televised performance at the 25th Anniversary of Summer Jam. Meek came rolling in on a four wheeler on stage setting the tone for his performance and a message to the ones who incarcerated him.

Meek Mill Drops A FIRE Freestyle Over “Back To Back” on Funk Flex…

From Summer Jam in June to the end of the year, Meek Mill stopped by Funk Flex’s show a few weeks ago to promote his #1 album Championships and dropped a 5-alarm blaze freestyle on “Back To Back”.

Funk Flex World Premieres Pusha T’s “The Story of Adidon”…

The Pusha T vs. Drake beef was elevated to the next level with Pusha’s “Story of Adidon”….and he put the records in Flex’s hands to world premiere.

Mariah Carey & Nessa Throw A Party Inside The Studio

Mariah Carey returned to the music scene with a brand a new album and Nessa decided to throw a party, decked out with balloons, champagne and cupcakes right inside our studios!

Nessa Becomes New Host of NBC’s “Talk Stoop”…

Nessa also became the new host of NBC’s famous unconventional talk show “Talk Stoop”. You can catch is on the USA Network!

Kanye West Calls Into Ebro In The Morning; Tells Ebro ‘I Love You’…

Kanye West called Ebro In The Morning telling Ebro he loved him following the Old Man’s concern for his well being. Kanye had caused a firestorm on Twitter, tweeting out his support for President Trump. Things got awkward on air….

Flex & Nicki Minaj Squash Differences

Funk Flex and Nicki Minaj made peace on his show following comments he made on her music. He went on to guest DJ her Apple Music radio show QUEEN Radio .

DJ Megan Ryte Release Her Own Music

Here at HOT 97, our personalities are more than just DJs or hosts! Our middays host Megan Ryte, released her own music starting with the hit song “On & On”. She would then later release a bunch of mixtapes featuring artists like Cozz, Nef The Pharaoh, and OMB Peezy.

An Epic Summer Jam Fail

A horrible mistake at Summer Jam that one of our social team members made and should’ve known better. We issued an apology after, it was a long day.

HOT 97 Launches Who’s Next Chat Box…

HOT 97 launched the groundbreaking Who’s Next Chat Box where artists from around their world could submit music with a chance to perform on our Who’s Next stage! Its a great platform for artists on the come up to get their music heard by our HOT 97 DJ’s, influencers, and label executive. Get more info on our Who’s Next page.