Kanye West is once again navigating a legal battle, this time tied to the troubled renovation and sale of his Malibu mansion. What began as an ambitious architectural project has hardened into a courtroom...

With the release of his latest music video, “Helicopter,” ASAP Rocky delivers a clear declaration about artistry. He describes the work as “generational” and emphatically confirms it was not created with artificial intelligence. Premiering...

Pooh Shiesty is not back in prison, according to confirmation from his record label. DJ Akademiks reported that representatives clarified the Memphis rapper remains free. He is still serving home confinement until April, as...

Max B and French Montana stopped by HOT 97 to talk with Nessa about Max being home after nearly 18 years and the emotional reunion that brought them back together in person after all...

The New England Patriots’ Wild Card victory over the Los Angeles Chargers sparked celebration across the fan base, including from Cardi B, whose partner, Stefon Diggs, played a pivotal role in the win. The...

Mary J. Blige, the Grammy-winning “Queen of Hip-Hop Soul,” unveiled plans Monday for her first-ever Las Vegas residency. The announced run at Park MGM marks a major milestone in the singer’s decades-long career.  Blige’s...

New York’s #1 multicultural station regardless of language, today announced the launch of its brand-new morning show, HOT 97 Mornings with Mero, premiering Tuesday, January 13, airing 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. ET. The show will be...

Harlem rapper Juelz Santana alarmed fans Sunday evening (Jan. 12) after posting graphic images and cryptic captions to his Instagram Story following what he described as a serious car crash in New York City....

Kid Cudi is adding another lane to a career defined by restless experimentation, which is stand-up comedy. On January 9, the rapper and actor used Instagram to document a personal first: his stand-up comedy...

T.K. Carter, real name Thomas Kent Carter, the veteran actor known for roles in iconic films such as The Thing, Space Jam, and The Corner, has passed away. He was 69. Carter was found...