Urban Grind Radio
by 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
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Urban Grind Radio Ep 42: DJ Savvy Radio Mix
Urban Grind Radio Ep 42: DJ Savvy Radio Mix is ready for broadcast. This week’s episode features DJ Savvy @officialdjsavvy delivering a clean, high-energy radio mix built to keep listeners engaged from start to finish. DJ Savvy brings a strong blend of hip-hop, R&B, club energy, street flavor…
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Urban Grind Radio Ep 41: DJ Savvy Radio Mix
Urban Grind Radio Ep 41: DJ Savvy Radio Mix is ready for broadcast. This week’s episode features DJ Savvy @officialdjsavvy delivering a clean, high-energy radio mix built to keep listeners engaged from start to finish. DJ Savvy brings a strong blend of hip-hop, R&B, club energy, street flavor…
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Urban Grind Radio Ep 40 Radio Mix by Core DJ Savvy
Broadcast Date: May 11, 2026 Urban Grind Radio Ep 40 — Radio Mix by Core DJ Savvy Urban Grind Radio keeps the energy moving with Episode 40, featuring a fresh radio mix by Core DJ Savvy. This episode brings that clean mixshow vibe built for the streets, the clubs, the car, and the culture.…
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Urban Grind Radio Ep 39 Radio Mix by Core DJ Savvy
Broadcast Date: May 6, 2026 Urban Grind Radio Ep 39 — Radio Mix by Core DJ Savvy Urban Grind Radio Episode 39 keeps the energy moving with another fresh radio mix by Core DJ Savvy. This episode brings a clean, high-energy mixshow vibe built for the car, the station, the speakers, and the culture....
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Urban Grind Radio Ep 38 Radio Mix by Core DJ Savvy
Urban Grind Radio Ep 38 — Radio Mix by Core DJ Savvy Urban Grind Radio Episode 38 turns the volume up with another fresh radio mix by Core DJ Savvy. This episode delivers a clean, energetic mixshow experience built for the ride, the speakers, the station, and everybody locked into the culture....
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Urban Grind Radio Ep 37 Radio Mix by Core DJ Savvy
Urban Grind Radio Ep 37 — Radio Mix by Core DJ Savvy Urban Grind Radio Episode 37 keeps the momentum strong with another fresh radio mix by Core DJ Savvy. This episode brings a clean, high-energy mixshow sound built for the car, the speakers, the station, and everyone tapped into the culture....
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Urban Grind Radio Ep 36 Radio Mix by Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme
Urban Grind Radio Ep 36 — Radio Mix by Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme Urban Grind Radio Episode 36 brings the heat with a fresh radio mix by Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme. This episode delivers that clean, high-energy mixshow sound built for the radio, the ride, the speakers, and everyone locked...
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Urban Grind Radio Ep 35 Radio Mix by Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme
Urban Grind Radio Ep 35 — Radio Mix by Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme Urban Grind Radio Episode 35 keeps the energy moving with a fresh radio mix by Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme. This episode brings that clean, high-powered mixshow sound built for the station, the ride, the speakers, and everyone...
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Urban Grind Radio Ep 32 Radio Mix by Core DJ Savvy
Urban Grind Radio Ep 32 — Radio Mix by Core DJ Savvy Urban Grind Radio Episode 32 keeps the sound fresh with another radio mix by Core DJ Savvy. This episode delivers a clean, energetic mixshow vibe built for the ride, the speakers, the station, and everyone tapped into the Urban Grind movement....
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Urban Grind Radio Ep 31 Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme Mix
Urban Grind Radio Ep 31 — Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme Mix Urban Grind Radio Episode 31 turns the energy up with a fresh radio mix by Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme. This episode delivers that clean, high-powered mixshow sound built for the station, the ride, the speakers, and everyone locked…
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Urban Grind Radio Ep. 30 | Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme Mix (Radio Broadcast Edition)
Urban Grind Radio presents Episode 30, featuring an exclusive Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme Mix, delivered in full radio broadcast format. This episode contains no interviews and no talk breaks — only high-energy music curated for promotional and entertainment purposes as part of Urban Grind...
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Urban Grind Radio Ep. 29 | Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme Mix (Radio Broadcast Edition)
Air Date January 26, 2026 Urban Grind Radio presents Episode 29, featuring an exclusive Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme Mix, delivered in full radio broadcast format. This episode contains no interviews and no talk breaks — only high-energy music curated for promotional and entertainment purposes…
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Urban Grind Radio Ep. 28 | Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme Mix (Radio Broadcast Edition)
Urban Grind Radio presents Episode 28, featuring an exclusive Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme Mix, delivered in full radio broadcast format. This episode contains no interviews and no talk breaks — only high-energy music curated for promotional and entertainment purposes as part of Urban Grind...
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Urban Grind Radio Ep. 27 | Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme Mix (Radio Broadcast Edition)
Urban Grind Radio presents Episode 27, featuring an exclusive Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme Mix, delivered in full radio broadcast format. This episode contains no interviews and no talk breaks — only high-energy music curated for promotional and entertainment purposes as part of Urban Grind...
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Urban Grind Radio Ep. 26 | New Year’s Mix – Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme
Urban Grind Radio kicks off the New Year with Episode 26, featuring an exclusive New Year’s Mix by Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme, delivered in full radio broadcast format as part of Urban Grind Radio’s syndicated programming. This episode is presented strictly for promotional, commentary, and...
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Urban Grind Radio Ep. 24 – Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme Takeover
Urban Grind Radio keeps the pressure on with Episode 24 — another exclusive Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme mix. No hosts. No interviews. No interruptions. Just pure sound, precision, and energy from start to finish. Built for the grinders, the late-night thinkers, the early risers — everybody…
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Urban Grind Radio Ep23 | Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme Radio Mix (Broadcast Edition)
Urban Grind Radio presents Episode 23, featuring a Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme Radio Mix, produced and distributed as part of Urban Grind Radio’s licensed radio programming. This episode is a radio broadcast–style DJ mix intended for promotional, commentary, and entertainment purposes only,...
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Urban Grind Radio Ep22 – Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme Takeover
Urban Grind Radio drops Episode 22 with nothing but heat — an exclusive mix by Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme. No interviews this week. No breaks. Just straight music, energy, and motion from start to finish. This one is built for the late-night grind, the early-morning hustle, the studio session,...
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Urban Grind Radio Ep21 – Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme Mix ft. 100k Da Motion
Urban Grind Radio is back with Episode 21, delivering another fire lineup for the culture. Hosted by Sinista and Sheila G, this week’s show features the unstoppable 100k Da Motion, bringing raw energy, real talk, and music that moves the streets — powered by the exclusive Violator All-Star DJ...
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Urban Grind Radio Ep20 – Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme ft. Rico Heartbrk
Urban Grind Radio returns this week of November 10th with another powerful episode — Ep. 20, featuring Chicago’s own Rico Heartbrk, with an exclusive Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme Mix setting the vibe for the night. Hosted by Sinista and Sheila G, this episode dives into the heart of hustle,...
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Urban Grind Radio Ep19 – Jay Davis: Creative Hustle & The Adventures of JD and Marcus
Urban Grind Radio keeps the momentum going with Episode 19, featuring award-winning writer, producer, actor, director, and now author — Jay Davis. Hosted by Wally Lockard III, J.D. and Sinista, this episode dives into the fearless journey of one of Chicago’s most authentic creative voices. From...
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Urban Grind Radio Ep18 Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme with Mind Over Men Show: Fatherhood & Mental Health.
Urban Grind Radio delivers another powerful episode with Ep. 18 – Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme Mix and the latest feature from the Mind Over Men Show: Fatherhood & Mental Health. Hosted by Wally Lockard III, J.D. and Sinista, this episode dives deep into what it means to be a man and a father in...
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Urban Grind Radio Ep17 Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme featuring 4 x NBA Champion Horace Grant
Urban Grind Radio Ep. 17 Urban Grind Radio takes it to championship level in this exclusive new episode featuring 4× NBA Champion Horace Grant — the legend, the leader, and the lens behind the goggles. Hosted by Wally Lockard III, J.D. and Sinista, this interview dives deep into leadership…
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Urban Grind Radio Ep16 Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme featuring Comedian Raghu Adibhatla
Urban Grind Radio Ep. 16 – Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme Mix • Comedian Raghu Adibhatla: From Stage to Social • Making Money with Music: Make Money with Your Social Media Episode Title & Focus In Episode 16, the laughter meets the lessons. Urban Grind Radio welcomes Comedian Raghu Adibhatla, a...
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Urban Grind Radio Ep15 Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme Mix • Lil Shadow OTG: Pouring Up Hustle, Houston Grit & Hip-Hop Legacy
In Episode 15, we connect with Lil Shadow OTG—an artist on the rise whose sound blends raw Houston grit with a soulful, streetwise edge. From San Bernardino roots to making major noise in Texas, Lil Shadow shares how he’s carving out his lane in today’s competitive music world. Episode Overview...
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Urban Grind Radio Ep14: Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme Mix & J-Sipp & Tiffany Jasmine
Urban Grind Radio – Episode 14 This episode of Urban Grind Radio spotlights two powerful voices making an impact in music and culture. J-Sipp @jsipp601 joins us to share his story, his unique sound, and his vision as an independent artist pushing the envelope in today’s hip-hop landscape. We also...
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Urban Grind Radio Ep13 Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme Mix • Chi Blizz: Building Empires, Breaking Airwaves & Making Money with Music
In Episode 13, we sit down with the one and only Chi Blizz—a true media mogul and a driving force behind independent radio. With a career that spans radio hosting, DJing, artistry, and event promotion, Chi Blizz breaks down how he wears multiple hats and still keeps it all authentic. Episode...
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Urban Grind Radio Ep12 Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme Mix feat DJ Savvy & Gloaty the Goat Music Debut
Urban Grind Radio Ep. 12 – Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme Mix • DJ Savvy & Gloaty the Goat In Episode 12, we shine the spotlight on two artists carving their own lanes in the game: DJ Savvy and Gloaty the Goat. From the Chicago streets to center stage, this episode dives into what drives their...
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Urban Grind Radio Ep. 11 Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme feat KD Extravagant
Urban Grind Radio Ep. 11 Violator All-Star Dj Showtyme featuring KD Extravagant In Episode 11, we tap into the raw, unfiltered energy of KD Extravagant—a rising rapper and songwriter straight out of Chicago’s South Shore. Blending hip-hop and trap with lived experience, KD brings the truth of...
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Urban Grind Radio Ep. 10 Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme feat. Multi-Platinum Producer Ricco Lumpkins
Urban Grind Radio Ep. 10 – Ricco Lumpkins: Industry Lessons, Legendary Collabs & Longevity in the Game In this episode, we journey from Rockford to the global stage with Ricco Lumpkins—a seasoned creative, producer, mix engineer, educator, and industry insider whose career stretches through…
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Urban Grind Radio Ep. 09 Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme feat DLux Wave & RND
Episode 9 of Urban Grind Radio is stacked with inspiration and talent as we welcome three powerful guests to the mic. 🎧 First up, we catch up with DLux Wav @Dlux.wav a rising force behind the turntables with a clear vision and purpose. He opens up about what first drew him to the craft, where…
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Urban Grind Radio Ep. 08 with Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme with Platinum Producer Lemoyne Alexander
Urban Grind Radio Ep 8 – Lemoyne Alexander: Hits, Hustle & the Heart of a Chicago Legend In Episode 8 of Urban Grind Radio, we sit down with Lemoyne Alexander @lemoyne_alexander — a bona fide Chicago legend whose influence runs deep in music and television. A gold- and platinum-awarded producer,...
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Urban Grind Radio Ep. 07 Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme Mix feat Benefitz
In Urban Grind Radio Episode 7, we connect with Young Benefitz, a rising voice from Pilsen, IL, whose journey took him from the streets to the sanctuary. In a powerful and personal conversation, he breaks down what sparked his passion for music, where it all began, and how his faith transformed…
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Urban Grind Radio Ep. 06: – Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme: Legacy, Leadership & Life Behind the Turntables
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...
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Urban Grind Radio Ep. 05: Music Is My Business: Real Money Moves, Saying No, & Building Value Over Clout
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...
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Urban Grind Radio Ep. 04: Sinista (SMG) on Building a Music Empire, Street Legacy & Independent Hustle
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...
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Urban Grind Radio Ep. 03: Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme Mix • Making Money with Music • UGTV’s Trophy Talk • Urban Grind Uncut
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...
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Urban Grind Radio Ep. 02: Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme Mix • Comedian Tim Walkoe Interview
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...
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Urban Grind Radio Ep. 01: Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme Mix • Comedian Vince Maranto Interview
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…
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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.
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