Urban Grind Radio
Urban Grind Radio brings you the heartbeat of hip-hop culture every week. Hosted by Wally Lockard III, Thot Boy Zello, Athena Del Valle, and Sinista, our show seamlessly blends the Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme Mix, live artist interviews, and deep-dive segments like “This Week in Hip-Hop History” and “Urban Grind Uncut.” Syndicated to nearly 400,000 listeners monthly, we spotlight rising talent, urban trends, and cultural insights from Chicago to the world. Subscribe on Podbean, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts, and catch full episodes at UrbanGrindRadio.com.
Episodes
In Urban Grind Radio Episode 6, we sit down with Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme, a veteran behind the decks and a respected leader in the culture. From early grind days to major stages, DJ Showtyme shares his journey, the role of the Violator All-Star DJs, and how he’s helped shape the music scene in Chicago and beyond.
🎤 We talk legacy, artist development, breaking records, and building relationships that matter. He also shares pe...
In Urban Grind Radio Ep 5, Wally Lockard III and his co-host deliver a powerful blueprint for independent artists ready to turn passion into profit. From creating multiple income streams to protecting your brand and royalties, this episode breaks down real money moves artists can make now—not later.
🎯 Topics include:
- Music Is My Business: How to monetize beyond streams
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In Urban Grind Radio Ep 4, we chop it up with Sinista, the visionary behind SMG (Sinista Music Group)—an artist, entrepreneur, and cultural force building a legacy rooted in authenticity and grind.
💬 Sinista dives deep into his journey from the streets of Chicago to founding one of the most respected independent music brands in the game. He talks about his come-up, the mindset that fuels his movement, and how he’s turning music, f...
Welcome to a full-power, one-hour mix show with live interviews and dope segments—all in Urban Grind Radio Uncut Ep. 03. We kick things off with an exclusive Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme Mix, blending Chicago’s hottest underground bangers into a seamless, one-of-a-kind set. Then dive into three heavyweight conversations:
- Making Money with Music – Co-author of Making Money with Music Randy Chertkow...
Welcome back to Urban Grind Radio—your one-hour mix show featuring live interviews and dope segments. In Ep. 02, we kick things off with an exclusive Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme Mix, spinning all the hits into a flawless set. Then, hosts Thot Boy Zello & Athena Del Valle sit down with legendary Comedian Tim Walkoe, diving into his career origins, behind-the-scenes moments at Urban Grind TV, and the creative hustle that’s kept...
Kick off your week with Urban Grind Radio Ep. 01, a full-hour mix show featuring live interviews and dope segments. We open with an exclusive Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme Mix, spinning all the hits into a flawless set. Then, hosts Thot Boy Zello & Athena Del Valle sit down with rising comedy star Comedian Vince Maranto, uncovering his journey from open-mic nights to festival headliner, plus behind-the-scenes stories from the U...
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