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 D... more

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How many episodes does Urban Grind Radio have?

The podcast currently has 63 episodes available.

Urban Grind Radio episodes:

October 29, 2025 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 today’s world — breaking the silence around men’s mental health, emotional balance, and the pressures of providing and leading. It’s a raw and needed conversation about healing, growth, and redefining strength from the inside out.
The Mind Over Men segment brings real voices, real experiences, and powerful insight on the importance of brotherhood and vulnerability. Then the Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme Mix turns up the energy with that signature Urban Grind Radio sound — blending culture, creativity, and conversation.
🎧 Hosted by Wally Lockard III, J.D. & Sinista
🧠 Segment: Mind Over Men – Fatherhood & Mental Health
🎶 Mix by Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme @djshowtyme72025
Tune in now at UrbanGrindRadio.com
Also streaming on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and iHeartRadio.
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October 29, 2025 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, legacy, and the mindset that turned hard work into history.
From Sparta, Georgia to Chicago championship glory, Horace Grant shares his story of discipline, teamwork, and purpose. He talks about his transition beyond the game, giving back to the community, and the creation of “Legends in Session with Horace Grant” — a new series produced by Urban Grind TV that celebrates greatness and inspires the next generation.
The episode also features the Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme Mix, turning up the energy with exclusive hip-hop and R&B vibes that move the culture forward.
🎧 Hosted by Wally Lockard III, J.D. & Sinista
🏆 Guest: 4× NBA Champion Horace Grant @horacegrant54
🎶 Mix by Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme @djshowtyme72025
Tune in now at UrbanGrindRadio.com
Also streaming on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and iHeartRadio.
#UrbanGrindRadio #HoraceGrant #DJShowtyme #ViolatorAllStarDJs #LegendsInSession #UrbanGrindTV #ChicagoMedia #SportsCulture #BehindTheGoggles #Episode17 #RealMusicRealStories #FromTheBoothToTheStreets
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October 29, 2025 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 rising name in stand-up whose quick wit, real talk, and cross-cultural humor bring a refreshing voice to today’s comedy scene. Hosted by Sinista and Angie Love, this episode dives deep into how creatives can turn their passion into profit — including the powerful new Making Money with Music segment: “Make Money with Your Social Media.”
Episode Overview
From the stage to the screen, Raghu Adibhatla shares his story of grinding his way through Chicago’s comedy circuit, connecting cultures through laughter, and using social media as a tool for both expression and income. Then, Wally Lockard III and Randy Chertkow drop insider knowledge on how to build your brand online, grow engagement, and convert followers into real revenue. This episode is all about creativity, connection, and consistency — showing how the modern hustle lives both on and offline.
What’s Inside
🎤 Raghu Adibhatla brings humor, honesty, and heart — proving comedy is more than entertainment; it’s influence.
💡 Making Money with Music — Learn real strategies to make money with your social media and turn your audience into opportunity.
🎶 Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme Mix — bringing that high-energy soundscape that keeps the Urban Grind moving.
Mix & Sound
Urban Grind Radio continues to spotlight culture, creativity, and community — blending voices that educate, entertain, and elevate. Episode 16 brings raw comedy, real conversation, and practical game for creators at every level.
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Also streaming on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio & more.
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🎧 Hosted by Sinista & Angie Love
🎙️ Guest: Comedian Raghu Adibhatla @raghumakesjokes
💰 Segment: Making Money with Music — Make Money with Your Social Media
📀 Mix by Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme @djshowtyme
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October 07, 2025 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
From the studio grind to the stage lights, Lil Shadow OTG talks about his journey, his creative process, and the real-life experiences that fuel his music. Known for his unfiltered energy and relentless hustle, Shadow is bringing something fresh to the culture—balancing authenticity with ambition. This episode is all about drive, creativity, and what it means to stay true to your vision.
What’s Inside
🎤 Lil Shadow OTG opens up about his early influences, Houston connections, and building a loyal fanbase.
🎧 He shares how his unique sound fuses rap-rock vibes with lo-fi rap’s laid-back flow.
📚 This Week in Hip-Hop History—a throwback spotlight honoring the legends, the moments, and the milestones that shaped the culture.
🔥 Exclusive track:
• “Rasta City” by Lil Shadow OTG ft. Phurious
🎶 Plus, the signature Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme Mix—turning up the heat and moving the crowd.
Mix & Sound
Urban Grind Radio continues to bring more than music—it’s mindset, hustle, and culture. With fresh tracks, indie gems, and stories straight from the grind, Episode 15 is a masterclass in staying authentic and building legacy.
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🎙️ Tune in now at UrbanGrindRadio.com
Also streaming on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, and more.
Powered by Urban Grind TV
Your go-to 28× Award-Winning Media Platform, broadcasting real stories, raw talent, and timeless hustle from the heart of the city.
📲 Follow Lil Shadow OTG on Instagram: @lilshadow_otg
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October 07, 2025 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 welcome Tiffany Jasmine @bloomologydotorg, a multifaceted creative whose work spans music, wellness, and storytelling—bringing inspiration and authenticity to every platform she touches.
As always, the show features our weekly segment This Week in Hip-Hop History, highlighting key moments that shaped the culture. To close out, we bring the heat with the signature Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme Mix, delivering the high-energy blend of tracks that makes Urban Grind Radio a syndicated favorite across the nation.
Tune in at UrbanGrindRadio.com and on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, and other major platforms.
Follow: @UrbanGrindTV @UrbanGrindRadio
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October 07, 2025 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 Overview
From the mic to the main stage, Chi Blizz shares the story behind his rise in the media game. He talks about what first pulled him into radio, the grind behind the glory, and how he stays grounded while juggling it all. A voice of the people and a tastemaker of the culture—this episode is all about longevity, hustle, and legacy.
What’s Inside
🎤 Chi Blizz reflects on his path into radio and what keeps him inspired.
🎧 He explains how he balances life as a radio personality, DJ, artist, and event promoter—all while staying connected to the streets.
💸 We dive into Making Money with Music with Randy & Wally—real talk for indie artists trying to turn passion into profit.
🔥 Exclusive tracks including:
• “That Break Through” by R&D
• “Adore” by LBisy
🎶 Plus, music from Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme—delivering the energy that keeps the city moving.
Mix & Sound
We bring more than music—we bring mindset. With curated sounds and street-level stories, Episode 13 is a blueprint for artists looking to own their lane.
Listen & Stream
🎙️ Tune in now at UrbanGrindRadio.com
Also streaming on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, and more.
Powered by Urban Grind TV
Your go-to 28× Award‑Winning Media Platform, broadcasting real stories, raw talent, and timeless hustle from the heart of the city.
📲 Follow Chi Blizz on Instagram: @chiblizz
#UrbanGrindRadio #ChiBlizz #IndependentRadio #MediaMogul #DJLife #MakingMoneyWithMusic #RandyAndWally #LBisy #RND #DJShowtyme #ViolatorAllStarDJs #ChicagoMedia #UrbanGrindTV #RealMusicRealStories #HipHopPodcast #Episode13 #FromTheBoothToTheStreets #MidwestMusicScene

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October 07, 2025 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 passion, fuels their creativity, and separates their sound from the rest.
Episode Overview
DJ Savvy breaks down his musical journey—from growing up in Chicago to finding his calling behind the turntables. He shares how life experiences shaped his ear, his style, and his mission to move crowds through masterful mixing and unmatched energy.
We also sit down with Gloaty the Goat, a genre-bending force bringing pop metal drill to the forefront. His high-octane sound and raw expression offer something the industry’s never heard before. He gets real about his influences, his message, and how he built his unique identity as an artist.
What’s Inside
🎧 DJ Savvy opens up about his roots, his evolution as a DJ, and the art of blending sounds to create unforgettable sets.
🔥 Gloaty the Goat introduces us to the world of pop metal drill and why emotion, energy, and authenticity are at the core of his music.
🚨 Exclusive world premiere of Gloaty the Goat’s brand-new track.
💽 New heat from LBisy Adore.
🎶 Plus, music from Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme bringing the vibes like only he can.
Mix & Sound
As always, we set the tone with next-level sound curation—real music, raw voices, and the backdrop of a city that never stops grinding.
Listen & Stream
🎙️ Tune in now at UrbanGrindRadio.com
Also streaming on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, and more.
Powered by Urban Grind TV
Your go-to 28× Award‑Winning Media Platform, broadcasting real stories, raw talent, and timeless hustle from the heart of the city.
📲 Follow DJ Savvy on Instagram: @officialdjsavvy
📲 Follow Gloaty the Goat on Instagram: @gloatythegoat
#UrbanGrindRadio #DJSavvy #GloatyTheGoat #PopMetalDrill #ChicagoMusicScene #RealMusicRealStories #LBisy #DJShowtyme #ViolatorDJs #UndergroundHipHop #RisingArtists #AuthenticSound #UrbanGrindTV #Episode12 #HipHopPodcast #MusicIndustryTalk #FromTheStreetsToTheStage
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September 17, 2025 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 struggle, poverty, and hunger right to the mic.
Episode Overview
With lyrical honesty and street-rooted storytelling, KD breaks down how authenticity became his superpower. We dive into his creative process, his come-up, and what it really takes to keep it real in an industry full of illusions.
What’s Inside
KD opens up about his South Shore roots and how his life shaped his sound.
He reflects on turning pain into power, and what it means to represent the unheard through music.
World premiere of his powerful new track “Death Is Beautiful”—now streaming on all platforms.
KD gives the backstory and inspiration behind the record, revealing the deeper meaning beneath the title.
Plus, another exclusive premiere: “God Morning” by artist J-Sip featuring Kia Shine and LBisy.
Mix & Sound
We bring the vibes full circle with an exclusive set from Violator All Star DJ Showtyme dropping heat and setting the perfect backdrop for the episode.
Listen & Stream
Tune in now at UrbanGrindRadio.com
Also available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, and more
Powered by Urban Grind TV
Your go-to 28× Award‑Winning Media Platform, broadcasting real stories, raw talent, and timeless hustle from the heart of the city.
📲 Follow KD Extravagant on Instagram: @kd.extravagant
#UrbanGrindRadio #KDExtravagant #DeathIsBeautiful #ChicagoHipHop #SouthShore #TrapMusic #HipHopArtist #AuthenticMusic #NewMusicPremiere #GodMorning #JSip #KiaShine #DJShowtyme #ViolatorAllStarDJs #UrbanGrindTV #RealMusicRealStories #MidwestHipHop #UndergroundHipHop #RisingArtist #HipHopPodcast #MusicIndustryTalk #StruggleToSuccess

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September 17, 2025 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 decades and includes collaborations with icons like Outkast, TLC, Monica, Ciara, Goodie Mob, and Lauryn Hill
Ricco opens up about his musical roots, rise to success, and the hard-earned wisdom it takes to build a name in this competitive game. He’s dropping major gems on navigating studio politics, mastering evolving tech, sustaining creative relevance—even teaching the next generation at institutions like the L.A. Film School, SAE Institute Chicago, Full Sail, and the Illinois Institute of Chicago. You can follow Ricco Lumpkins on instagram @rajabangz
We’re also dialing up the energy with not one—but two—high-profile track premieres:
First, get ready for the world premiere of a fresh new sound from the rising artist Lbisy. You’re hearing it here first—this is exclusive.
Urban Grind Radio Ep10_ Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme + Multi-Platinum Producer Ricco Lumpkins.mp3
Then, we transition into a smooth, laid-back summer mood with “Summertime Chi” by Sinister Music Group!
All of this is wrapped in the signature Urban Grind sound, with a closing flavor-packed mix from Violator All‑Star DJ Showtyme.
Listen now at UrbanGrindRadio.com
Also streaming on: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio & more
Powered by: Urban Grind TV | 28× Award‑Winning Media Platform
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September 17, 2025 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 his journey has taken him so far, and where he’s headed as he builds his name in the DJ world. It’s more than music—it’s about legacy, growth, and leveling up.
🎤 Then, we take it to Detroit with the soulful and dynamic duo RND @Rnd313music This powerful pair shares their personal journeys, how their paths crossed, and what led them to use music as a platform to spread the Gospel. From trials to transformation, RND brings raw testimony, real emotion, and righteous energy to every beat.

🔥 They also premiere an exclusive track on the show—a message-filled anthem you don’t want to miss.
🎶 Plus, you already know we’ve got that signature mix from DJ Showtyme, bringing the sound and the soul. @DJShowtyme72025
🌐 Listen now at UrbanGrindRadio.com
📲 Streaming on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio & more
⚡ Powered by Urban Grind TV | 28x Award-Winning Media Platform
#UrbanGrindRadio #DJDelux #RAndD #DetroitMusic #GospelHipHop #ChristianRap #UrbanGrindTV #FaithInMusic #ExclusivePremiere #BehindTheGrind #DJShowtyme #ViolatorDJs
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FAQs about Urban Grind Radio:

How many episodes does Urban Grind Radio have?

The podcast currently has 63 episodes available.