Angie Martinez
Awards & Honours
6
Awards Won
3
Honours
3
Rankings
3
Covers
1
Records
Angie Martinez stands as a titan in the world of urban radio, breaking barriers for women in a male-dominated field for nearly thirty years. Her induction into the Radio Hall of Fame in 2019 cemented her status as a pioneer who reshaped the medium. Beyond broadcasting, she earned a spot on the New York Times Bestseller list with her memoir, proving her versatility across different creative avenues. Her ability to conduct the historic 1996 interview with Tupac Shakur, which she held for three decades, showcases her unique insight and integrity in preserving hip-hop history.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Radio Hall of Fame Induction
Recognized for her 28-year tenure at Hot 97 and impact on hip-hop radio.
Key to the City of New York
Received in recognition of her contributions to the city's cultural landscape.
Guinness World Record
Longest-running female-hosted hip-hop radio show in New York City history.
Rankings & Lists
Top 50 Most Influential Women in Hip-Hop
100 Greatest DJs of All Time
100 Greatest Artists of Hip-Hop
Magazine Covers
Vibe Magazine
March 2001
The Voice of New York
Essence Magazine
July 2015
Transition to Power 105.1
Ebony Magazine
November 2023
Memoir Launch and Journey
Records & Feats
Longest-running female-hosted hip-hop radio show
Hosted a hip-hop radio show in NYC for over 28 consecutive years.