What To Know
- Show: HOT 97 Mornings with Mero
- Host: The Kid Mero
- Premiere Date: Tuesday, January 13
- Air Time: 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. ET
- Where To Listen: HOT 97 and HOT 97 digital platforms
New York mornings are officially getting a culture reset. The Kid Mero is taking over the airwaves as the host of HOT 97 Mornings with Mero, the brand-new morning show launching Tuesday, January 13, on HOT 97.
The show will air weekdays from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. ET, bringing Mero’s unmistakable voice, humor, and cultural commentary to New York’s most influential hip-hop station.
For a city that runs on conversation, this move feels right on time.
A Bronx Voice Taking Over NYC Mornings
Born and raised in the Bronx, Mero is not just a media personality.
He is a New York Times best-selling author, a Writers Guild Award winner, and a Variety “Comic to Watch.”
From hosting “Victory Light with The Kid Mero” to co-hosting “7PM in Brooklyn” alongside Carmelo Anthony, Mero has built a career on sharp wit, cultural insight, and saying what many people are already thinking.
Now, that same energy is coming to mornings on HOT 97, a station deeply woven into the fabric of New York hip-hop and culture.
Why HOT 97 And Mero Are A Natural Fit
“HOT 97 has always been about representing the culture of New York, and Mero is New York,” said Kudjo Sogadzi, EVP of Content & Growth at MediaCo.
He described Mero as authentic, fearless, and deeply connected to the community, adding that the new morning show is designed to create must-listen moments every day.
The announcement follows a historic 2025 for MediaCo, marked by record revenue growth and performance that outpaced every broadcaster in the country.
The launch of HOT 97 Mornings with Mero reflects the company’s continued investment in premium talent and culture-driving brands.
What To Expect From HOT 97 Mornings With Mero
Listeners can expect Mero’s signature, unfiltered commentary on culture, sports, music, and current events, along with conversations featuring today’s biggest artists, athletes, and influencers.
The show is built to reflect how New York actually sounds in the morning.
Smart, funny, opinionated, and unapologetically real.
“HOT 97 is the station. It’s been the voice of NYC hip-hop and culture for decades,” Mero said.
He called landing the morning slot a responsibility, not just a job, and made it clear that while laughs are guaranteed, authenticity will always come first.
A New Era For HOT 97 Across Platforms
MediaCo CEO Albert Rodriguez described the launch as an integral moment for the company, noting the continued growth of the HOT 97 brand alongside its expanding digital and Hot TV platforms.
With Mero at the center, the station is positioning itself for deeper cultural impact across radio, streaming, and social media.
The debut of HOT 97 Mornings with Mero signals a new chapter for an iconic station that continues to evolve without losing its roots.
Listeners can tune in starting Tuesday, January 13, from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. ET on HOT 97 and across all HOT 97 digital platforms.
New York mornings just got louder, smarter, and a lot more entertaining.
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I’ve never heard of him but it sounds interesting. I’ll think about giving his show a listen