Happy 20th, Hot 93.7/Hartford!
• On Tuesday, March 16, Entercom Rhythmic WZMX (Hot 93.7)/Hartford celebrates its 20th anniversary as Hartford’s No. 1 for Hip Hop and R&B. The station will kick off its yearlong 20th anniversary celebration with special programming including artist interviews and stories and memories from listeners and personalities, who will highlight the station’s top moments from the past 20 years.
Hot 93.7 launched on March 16, 2001 when it flipped to hip hop and R&B, spotlighting artists like as Joe, Blu Cantrell, Outkast, Alicia Keys, Jay-Z, Fabolous, Ja Rule, Foxy Brown and more. Over the years, the station has evolved, and now features current top artists in the format, including Drake, Kanye West, Cardi B, John Legend, Travis Scott, Chris Brown, etc., as well as specialty programming like Reggae Riddimz, Late Night Love, International Show and Voices.
“Twenty years after flipping its format from ‘dancin’ oldies’ to Rhythmic CHR, Hot 93.7 leads the market and is one the most impactful radio stations in Hartford,” said Stephanie Perl, SVP/Market Manager, Entercom Hartford. “We are proud how our station has connected with our audience and impacted our community and are excited to celebrate this special milestone with them.”
DJ Buck, Hot 93.7 Brand Manager & morning host, commented, “For the past 20 years Hot 93.7 has defied all the odds and proved that hip hop is a lifestyle and a culture. We would like to thank all of our listeners for supporting us and making us No. 1 for the past 20 years.”
