HHP228 Frank Are [Open Format / NYC]
Up next, we’re welcoming Queens & Westchester, New York’s own Frank Are.
Shaped by his Italian and Puerto Rican roots, Frank’s passion for music, and inspired by radio heavyweights Clinton Sparks, Mister Cee, and Prostyle, he got his breakthrough opening for Connecticut mixtape legend Big Mike. Since then, he’s shared the stage with T.I., The Diplomats, and The LOX, earning co-signs from Jim Jones, French Montana, Lola Brooke, Davido, Manuel Turizo, and Bay Swag.
A member of Da Union DJs since 2022, Frank is featured on SiriusXM’s FLY and Shade 45 and holds residencies at NYC nightlife destinations Tao Downtown, Nebula, Barcode, and The Fleur Room. His résumé also includes sets at Sony Hall, Lavo, SLS South Beach, and Playhouse in Los Angeles.
With his sights set on touring worldwide, Frank lives by one belief: “If you can play in NYC, you can play anywhere in the world.”
Turn it up, check the flavor, and update your crates with the essential cuts below.
HHP227 DJ Nanita [Open Format / NYC]
Up next, from New York City, it’s Nanita—a DJ born and raised in Carolina, Puerto Rico, and shaped by The Bronx. Rooted in Caribbean culture, her genre-fluid style blends Dancehall, Reggaeton, Hip-Hop, R&B, and Latin rhythms into energetic sets driven by authentic cultural influence.
Emerging as a pioneering female DJ during NYC’s Bronx Whine era, Nanita has taken her sound from opening for DJ Chuckie at Governors Island to the Latin Billboard Awards and Baja Fest in Mexico. She has also appeared across notable New York platforms and collectives, including On The Radar, The Ordinary, 9 AM Banger, Pizza Zoo, The City Is Ours, and En My Bag.
With every set, Nanita brings together her Puerto Rican roots, Bronx upbringing, and deep connection to Caribbean music.
Turn it up, check the flavor, and update your crates with the essential cuts below.
Shatta
Vol 4DJ Chemics is back again with another Shatta playlist for your crate this is one of the hottest new music genres making some serious waves right now Shatta features electronic dancehall beats with Creole, French, and English lyrics revolving around themes of partying, Caribbean culture, and sensuality. Featuring tracks by Stylo G, Blaiz Fayah, Limitlezz, Kybba, and Busy Signal:
HHP226 DJ Smallgunz [Dancehall / London]
Up next from London is Smallgunz, a DJ with a deep love for Caribbean music and over eight years of experience in the culture. Regular trips to the Caribbean keep her connected to the music at its source, while her background as a BBC producer—working with David Rodigan, Seani B, Rampage and Trevor Nelson—shaped the sharp ear she brings behind the decks.
Her journey includes gigs from London to Kingston, Jamaica, journalism with Riddim Magazine, and events such as Notting Hill Carnival with Platinum Soul Sound, City Splash, Reggae Land, SXSW London and Lost in Time.
With Carnival approaching, Smallgunz blends Dancehall and Soca classics, fresh tracks, UK flavors, and edits into a mix built for the dance floor. As she says, waistlines are the only reviews she cares about.
Turn it up, check the flavor, and update your crates with the essential cuts below.
Acapella Out Edits
Vol 8Level up your mix-up with these custom-made, exclusive acapella edits, perfect for live blending, mashing, and seamless transitions. Download some great tools for your crates below. Featuring tracks by Da Baby, Zeddy Will, Cardi B, and more!
Shatta / Basshall
Vol 5We’re back with another round of Shatta, with some Basshall heat added to the crate. Omar Tres, a Colombian-born, New Jersey-based DJ, curates this one, blending his Latin roots with urban club culture. Bringing together the flavor of Cali, Colombia, and the energy of Jersey nightlife, Omar delivers a selection built to move the room. Featuring tracks by Shenseea, Ding Dong, Major Lazer, Kybba, Busy Signal and more:
HHP225 DJ Kayla G [Open Format / NYC]
Up next, hailing from Brooklyn, NY, and proudly representing her Guyanese roots, DJ Kayla G—known as The Female Force—has made her mark on the music industry for more than 17 years. An open-format DJ with a distinctive Afro-Caribbean influence, she is also a content creator, event planner, radio personality, mentor, and playlist curator who uses music to bridge cultures and connect audiences.
Kayla’s career includes DJ battle wins, media features, and appearances on Apple Music Radio, SiriusXM, and 94.7 The Block. A proud member of the Shadyville DJs, she continues to expand her impact through music, media, mentorship, and community while celebrating her Caribbean heritage and supporting the next generation of DJs and creatives.
Don’t forget to update those crates with essential cuts from French Montana, Alkaline, Vybz Kartel, Drake, and more tracks below:
2026 So Far – Reggae / Dancehall
Vol 1All the top reggae, dancehall, and Soca from the first half of 2026 ready to rock the summer parties featuring Valiant, Masicka, Vybz Kartel, Alkaline, Shenseea, and more.
HHP223 THANKYOUEDDIN [Open Format/ NYC]
Get ready to experience the sound and energy of THANKYOUEDDIN, a New York City DJ, photographer, and video producer who has spent more than a decade making an impact across music and media.
Known for high-energy performances, seamless blends, and an instinctive feel for hip-hop, Latin, R&B, and party classics, ThankYouEddin knows how to create unforgettable moments on and off the dance floor. From packed nightlife venues and private events to producing some of the biggest conversations in podcast culture, he brings a unique creative vision to every project.
Blending music, media, and community, THANKYOUEDDIN delivers an experience that is both professionally polished and genuinely personal, connecting audiences through sound, storytelling, and culture.
Check the skills and then add all your favorites from the mix. THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING EDDIN!:
Best Of Bouyon
Vol 1HOT97’s DJ Stacks curated a selection of essential records, current favorites, and dance floor weapons designed specifically for DJs looking to introduce, expand, or strengthen their Bouyon programming.
Originating in Dominica, Bouyon is a high-energy genre that blends calypso, soca, dancehall, and modern electronic influences into a nonstop rhythmic fire. It is a staple at carnivals, fetes, clubs, and festivals throughout the Caribbean and increasingly around the world. Featuring Miimii KDS, 1t1, Lucky Lukee, Theomaa & much more:
