US EditionHot 97 Names The Kid Mero as New Morning Show Host: Here’s When He Starts
The Kid Mero replaces 'Ebro In The Morning' on Hot 97 after 13 years, marking a leadership change amid controversy over the show's cancellation last December.
- On Jan. 13, Hot 97 launched Mornings With Mero, debuting The Kid Mero in New York City to replace Ebro In The Morning after 13 years.
- MediaCo EVP Kudjo Sogadzi said station executives framed Mero as a local fit who `is New York` and will `set the tone for the city` each morning, reflecting his rising profile from Desus & Mero.
- The morning schedule shows Mero weekdays from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. ET, followed by DJ Drewski 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Nessa 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., and Funk Flex 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.
- After leaving Hot 97, Ebro Darden, Peter Rosenberg and Laura Stylez launched a daily YouTube show, while Darden claimed ownership removed him over opinions and Drake taunted them.
- Mero already co-hosts 7PM in Brooklyn with Carmelo Anthony, NBA Hall-of-Famer, and Kazeem Famuyide, while Nems and Cousin Stizz praised his authenticity and humor as he called himself `The most consistent voice in your life`.
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Hot 97 Finds Their ‘Ebro in the Morning’ Replacement With The Kid Mero
When Ebro in the Morning was cancelled at Hot 97 back in December 2025, it was easy to wonder who would be next. Ebro, Peter Rosenberg, and Laura Stylez were fixtures for a lot of New York hip-hop fans. After a decade, who would be a worthy enough replacement? For a while, Funk Flex and various other jockeys stepped in for the morning slot. But eventually, the station would need a proper stand-in. Enter hip-hop media star The Kid Mero. On Monday…
'Ebro in the Morning' Replaced With The Kid Mero's Hot 97 Mornings With Mero'
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Kid Mero Promises “Real Good Time” as He Replaces Ebro on Hot 97
The Kid Mero is stepping into one of New York radio’s most high-profile seats as the new host of Hot 97’s morning show. His debut airs January 13, just a month after the station pulled the plug on Ebro In The Morning following a 13-year run. Hot 97 confirmed the move on Monday, announcing the launch of Hot 97 Mornings with Mero. The comedian and broadcaster called the moment full circle. “Hot 97 is the station. It’s been the voice of NYC hip hop…
Hip-Hop Congratulates Kid Mero As New Hot 97 Mornings Host
On Monday (Jan.12), Hip-Hop celebrated the announcement of Bronx media personality Kid Mero joining Hot 97 as the station’s new morning show host, launching “Hot 97 Mornings With Mero.” Mero, whose real name is Joel Armogasto Martinez, will be on the air bright and early, Monday through Friday, from 6 AM to 10 AM. “Whooo, haha, Mornings with Mero, y’all,” said Mero in an announcement clip on HOT 97’s Instagram post captioned, “Our new host has a…
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