Hot 97 Winter Fest

Mary J. Blige is an American singer, songwriter, actor, and entrepreneur whose work helped define the bridge between hip-hop and contemporary R&B. Known for a vocal style that privileges directness and emotional detail, she has built a catalog recognized across major awards, including multiple Grammys and a Primetime Emmy.

French Montana is a Hip-Hop/R&B recording artist whose work moves between street-level realism and melodic hooks shaped for arena-scale sound. He has brought that approach to major regional stages tied to the New York City circuit, including the Prudential Center, where he has appeared in the orbit of events like HOT 97 Summer Jam.

Natalie Nunn is a Hip-Hop/R&B vocalist who has appeared on New York City stages including Barclays Center, with credits tied to events such as Hot 97 Winter Fest. Her performance history places her alongside artists spanning rap and dancehall, including Mary J.

Max B, a dynamic force in the Hip-Hop and R&B scene, brings his electrifying performances to Brooklyn’s historic Paramount Theatre. Known for his innovative style and charismatic presence, Max B has carved a unique niche in the industry with his captivating mixtapes and the iconic introduction of "wavy" into the cultural lexicon.

Zeddy Will is a hip-hop and R&B artist whose work is shaped for the live room as much as the recording. In New York City, he has brought that approach to Irving Plaza, sharing bills tied to performances with H3adband, Bri3, and DaBaby.

Beenie Man is a Jamaican dancehall DJ whose work moves between dancehall, ragga, soca, and reggae, built around riddim and rapid-fire vocal phrasing. He has been recognized repeatedly with DJ of the Year honors, and his album *Art and Life* earned a Grammy in 2001.