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We The Best Rapper, Ace Hood (@AceHood)  dropped by Hot97 in NYC with Funkmaster Flex (@FunkmasterFlex) to bring his new single “We Outchea” feat. Young Money’s own Lil Wayne (@LilTunechi). The song is off of Ace Hood’s sophomore project “Trials & Tribulations” set to drop on July 16th. To peep the track, click below.

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Rosa Acosta can play a bunch of different roles. Dancer (she started ballet at the age of four at the Centro de la Cultura in Santiago, Dominican Republic and graduated with honors from the ICA and the Ballet School of Norma Garcia), model (obviously), and fitness-extraordinaire. Another role she plays –literally– is co-star of HOT97′s newest show, Los Blancos, a drama, action-packed web series where she plays Sophia Blanco alongside co-star Shakur Sozahdah, who plays the role of Sophia’s sister, Yasmine Blanco. The story is based on two sisters taking over the family cocaine business in a male-dominated trade after their father died. Throughout the series, both Sophia and Yasmine encounter various roadblocks with the boys and end up in some deep trouble, as well as causing some trouble themselves. Directed by Yolande Geralds, the series premieres on HOT 97 TV every Wednesday at noon. KarenCivil.com caught up with the multi-talented Acosta last week to speak with her regarding the series, her Dominican roots, and her goals of becoming a future chef. Check out the rest of the interview after the jump.

Interview by Michael Nguyen.

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After Nicki Minaj aired out her issues about the recent events at this years Hot97 Summer Jam with Power 105.1′s “The Breakfast Club,” the station took it upon themselves to throw shots at their rival Hot 97. Everyone knows Rosenberg wasn’t gonna sit back and just let them talk down to him. Today, Rosenberg took to his morning show to send shots back at DJ Envy, Angela Yee and Charlamagne Tha God. Check out exactly what he had to say in the audio clip above.

With all the controversy surrounding 2012′s Summer Jam, Hot 97′s Program Director, Ebro Darden, finally spoke out about the entire situation, including his phone call with Lil Wayne before he pulled the entire YMCMB from the show. He also discusses the rumors of Peter Rosenberg being fired as well as not caring about Nicki Minaj’s no show on Sunday night.

Check out the 3 different segments of the interview below:

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In just a few hours, the biggest Summer Jam in the country will take place, as HOT97 kicks off their Summer Jam 2012. With this years list of performers including Nicki Minaj, Big Sean, Rick Ross, and more, this is sure to be a show to remember. Check out the LIVE stream above.

T.I. stopped by Hot 97′s Cipha Sounds and Rosenberg Show with K Foxx to discuss Rihanna’s partying habits, his stands on gay marriage, Azealia Banks beef, and Meek Mill previously being signed to Grand Hustle.

Tip also annouces a second season of “Family Hustle” and the possibility of Tiny being pregnant again?? Check out the full interview in the video above.

Wiz Khalifa stopped by Hot97 to speak on his new album “Only N***a In First Class,” which is scheduled to drop late August. Wiz was hit with questions about who he would bring back from the dead to hologram, what annoys him about his wife Amber Rose, and whether or not he believes Kanye West props were genuine or some ‘reverse psychology‘.

The Pittsburg native also discussed his experience at Coachella and possibly working in the studio with Dr. Dre.

They say time heals wounds, but for one of Biggie’s closet friends Lil’ Cease, it’s been so long he just learned how to deal with it. Seeing the kids tribute and remember B.I.G. via social networks like Twitter and Facebook, help him and Biggie’s family keep his legacy alive. Lil Cease called the Cipha Sounds and Rosenberg show with K Foxx today to talk Biggie and the memories he had 15 years ago. Above is the audio of Lil Cease’s interview on Hot97.

Tune in TONIGHT Friday March 9th for “THE 15TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION OF THE LIFE & MUSIC OF THE NOTORIOUS B.I.G.” with The Finisher Mister Cee on the set from 7pm-10pm. Cee will be saluting B.I.G. by playing all your favorite Biggie hits, freestyles, live performances, unreleased songs, and mashups.

This mix will be streaming live.