Mero Introduced as New Host of Scorching 97 Morning Present
After a lot suspense, Scorching 97 has lastly introduced Mero as the brand new host of the Morning present on Scorching 97 in New York.
Joel Martinez aka Mero is greatest identified for his earlier collaborations with Desus Good that included The Bodega Boys podcast, MTV’s Man Code, and discuss exhibits on Viceland and Showtime till ending their partnership in 2022.
Mero at present additionally hosts 7pm In Brooklyn present with former NBA star Carmelo Anthony.
Mero commented: “Scorching 97 is the station—it’s been the voice of NYC hip-hop and tradition for many years. I grew up listening to Scorching 97, so to get the morning slot right here isn’t only a job—it’s a duty to proceed that legacy whereas bringing it into this subsequent period of media. We’re gonna snort, we’re gonna get into it, however it’s at all times gonna be actual, and an actual good time!”
“Mornings with Mero” will debut on Tuesday, January 13 at 6am.
Our new host has arrived.⁰ Be a part of Mero for his first day on air Tuesday | 6AM–10AM 🎙️⁰ HOT 97 Mornings with Mero, weekdays 6AM–10AM@THEKIDMERO pic.twitter.com/oYdV199O8p
— HOT 97 (@HOT97) January 12, 2026
MediaCo EVP/Content material & Progress Kudjo Sogadzi stated, “Scorching 97 has at all times been about representing the tradition of New York, and Mero is New York. He’s genuine, hilarious, fearless, and deeply linked to the neighborhood. Scorching 97 Mornings with Mero goes to set the tone for town each morning and create must-listen moments for our viewers.”
MediaCo CEO Albert Rodriguez added, “This can be a new period for Scorching 97, one which displays each the place the tradition is and the place it’s going. s essentially the most listened-to station in hip-hop, we’re proud to announce The Child Mero, Bronx-born comic and cultural voice who’s captured a era along with his sharp wit and authenticity, as our new morning present host. With the continued progress of the Scorching 97 model alongside Scorching TV, that is an integral second for us to increase our attain and deepen our affect throughout platforms.”
