New York City has one of the largest and most vibrant Latino communities in the United States. From the Bronx — where hip-hop and salsa have coexisted for decades — to Washington Heights, Jackson Heights, and the Bronx's Grand Concourse, the city pulses with Latin rhythms. New York's Latin radio scene reflects that diversity: salsa orchestras, bachata ballads, reggaeton bangers, and tropical cumbia all have their place on the dial.
Whether you're in the city or tuning in from anywhere in the world, these eight stations bring New York's Latin music energy straight to you — all streaming free online, 24/7.
Top 8 Latin Radio Stations in NYC
La Mega 97.9
La Mega 97.9 is one of New York City's most iconic Spanish-language radio stations. With decades of history in the market, La Mega built its brand on tropical hits, salsa clásica, and the Latin urban sounds that define New York's street culture. The station has launched careers and served as the soundtrack for generations of New York Latinos — if you want the authentic NYC Latin radio experience, this is where you start.
La Super 96.7
La Super 96.7 brings together salsa, bachata, and reggae into an energetic mix that captures the feel of a New York summer block party. The station leans into the tropical sounds that have deep roots in Dominican and Puerto Rican communities across the boroughs. If you want something danceable and groove-oriented that covers multiple Latin genres, La Super 96.7 delivers consistently.
El Metro Salsero
For pure salsa lovers, El Metro Salsero is a dedicated streaming station that goes deep into the genre — from the classic Fania Records era to contemporary salsa romántica and salsa dura. Named as a nod to the New York subway system that connects the city's Latino neighborhoods, this station is built for fans who want salsa and nothing but salsa. Celia Cruz, Héctor Lavoe, Marc Anthony, and Gilberto Santa Rosa all have a home here.
Tropical New York.net
Tropical New York.net focuses on tropical Latin classics — salsa, bachata, and bolero from the golden decades of Latin music. The station's playlist skews toward timeless tracks that feel right at home in the city that gave tropical music its American foothold. Perfect for a Saturday afternoon cookout or a late-night dinner with family, this station carries the warmth and nostalgia of classic Latin radio.
X96.3
X96.3 blends salsa, bachata, and reggae into a high-energy mix that reflects New York's multicultural Latino community. The station embraces the connections between Caribbean musical traditions — salsa from Puerto Rico and Cuba, bachata from the Dominican Republic, reggae from Jamaica — all of which have massive followings in New York's five boroughs. If you want variety without sacrificing the tropical groove, X96.3 is a strong choice.
Rascacielos FM
Rascacielos FM — Spanish for "skyscrapers" — takes its name from New York's iconic skyline and serves up salsa, bachata, and romantic Latin ballads (baladas). The station covers a wider emotional range than pure dance-floor stations, mixing upbeat tropical tracks with the heartfelt romantic songs that have always been central to Latin radio programming. A well-rounded choice for listeners who want both rhythm and feeling.
Rumba Mix Station
Rumba Mix Station serves up one of the broadest Latin genre mixes of any New York streaming station — salsa, reggae, and cumbia all feature prominently on the playlist. The cumbia selection in particular gives this station a pan-Latin American character that goes beyond the Caribbean focus of most NYC Latin stations. If you love Latin music from Colombia, Mexico, or Central America alongside Caribbean rhythms, Rumba Mix Station has you covered.
La Gozadera NY
La Gozadera NY — "the party" in Spanish — lives up to its name with a Latin pop and tropical mix that keeps the energy high. The station blends contemporary Latin hits with classic party tracks, making it a go-to for listeners who want modern Latin pop, reggaeton, and feel-good tropical music in one stream. It captures the spirit of New York's Latino nightlife without taking itself too seriously.
New York City's Latin Music Legacy
New York has been central to Latin music's evolution for over a century. The city's Puerto Rican community gave birth to salsa in the 1960s and 70s, with record labels like Fania Records turning the Bronx and Spanish Harlem into a global music powerhouse. Today, New York's Dominican community has made bachata a mainstream genre, and the city's diverse Latino population continues to shape what Latin music sounds like worldwide.
These eight stations are the direct heirs to that legacy, keeping the music alive for New Yorkers and Latin music fans around the world. Explore all New York stations at RadioStationsUSA New York, or check out Latin radio beyond the city with our Miami Latin Radio guide and Latin Radio Online roundup.
How to Stream NYC Latin Radio Online
All eight stations above are available free through RadioStationsUSA — no account, no subscription required. Click any station name to open its page and press play. The streams work on desktop and mobile browsers. Turn up the volume and let New York's Latin radio do what it does best.
