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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 later.
🎯 Topics include:
Music Is My Business: How to monetize beyond streams
The Expense of Saying Yes: Why boundaries create success
Urban Grind Uncut: Clout vs. Currency—what really pays
This Week in Hip-Hop History: Celebrating 16 years of Urban Grind TV
It’s honest, raw, and packed with actionable game for anyone in the music industry. If you're serious about building a lasting career—not just chasing likes—tap in.
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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 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, fashion, and business into a full-blown empire.
Whether you're an artist, a fan of real hip-hop, or an entrepreneur chasing your purpose, this episode delivers game you can't afford to miss.
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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 heavyweight conversations:
Making Money with Music – Co-author of Making Money with Music Randy Chertkow breaks down every artist revenue stream, with expert insights from Wally Lockard III, J.D.
UGTV’s Trophy Talk – Athena Del Valle & Thot Boy Zello celebrate Urban Grind TV’s 28 awards, unpacking what each trophy means for culture and community.
Urban Grind Uncut – Go raw and behind the scenes with candid, unfiltered convos you won’t hear anywhere else.
Produced & Written By: Wally Lockard III “Making Money with Music” Produced & Written By: Randy Chertkow
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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 Comedian Tim Walkoe, diving into his career origins, behind-the-scenes moments at Urban Grind TV, and the creative hustle that’s kept him on top.
Produced & Written By: Wally Lockard III “Tim Walkoe Interview” Produced & Written By: Wally Lockard III
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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 star Comedian Vince Maranto, uncovering his journey from open-mic nights to festival headliner, plus behind-the-scenes stories from the Urban Grind TV stage.
Produced & Written By: Wally Lockard III “Vince Maranto Interview” Produced & Written By: Wally Lockard III
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