The Hit 30
The Good Hope FM Hit 30 Chart Show provides you with all the latest and greatest music, which is all mashed together to create one epic chart. The show is presented by Danilo Acquisto and offers thirty of the biggest international and local hits, peppered with the latest entertainment news and the inside scoop on who is where and working on what. The show is energetic and fast-paced, playing hit after bigger hit for 3 straight hours. Danilo also peeks into the future with a feature called Future Beats where he looks at songs that could be on the chart in the near future. By appealing to all music enthusiasts, The Good Hope FM Hit 30 Chart Show has everything a good music lover desires. Presenter: Danilo Acquisto News: Rinaldo Felaar Producer: Delucia Daniels
Spotlight SA: Tamaryn Steps Into Her Truth With New Single & Music Video “Never Alone”
South African singer and songwriter Tamaryn is embracing a bold new chapter with the release of her highly anticipated single, “Never Alone”. Marking her first release under her birth name, “Never Alone” blends Afrobeats rhythms and radiant pop melodies with a message that is as spiritual as it is universal. She chats to Danilo Acquisto about recreating her brand, working with Rhyma (who was previously her client when she worked in PR) and what to expect from her in the future.
Spotlight SA: Veranda Panda Ascends With Brand-New EP "Ascension", Featuring Lead Single "Love Today" With Angel M
Durban’s beloved live electronic duo Veranda Panda are back and bolder than ever with their most daring, genre-defying body of work to date. Their brand-new EP, Ascension is out now with lead single Love Today featuring Angel M marking a triumphant evolution in their sound and message. The pair chats to Maka Tanga, who stands in for Danilo Acquisto, about their brand new song, working with Angel M and how they balance married life with their musical endeavours.
The Hit 30 Team Surprises Tara Lee & Rinaldo Felaar With Gifts, As The Crew Ushers In A New Era
Danilo Acquisto and Delucia Daniels surprise their newest team member, Tara Lee, and her current news presenter, Rinaldo Felaar, with gifts as the crew ushers in a new era on The Hit 30.
It's Official: Tara Lee Joins Danilo Acquisto & Delucia Daniels On Good Hope FM's The Hit 30
After announcing that Rinaldo Felaar will be leaving The Hit 30 team to take on a new, exciting presenter role at the station, the dynamic and hilarious, Tara Lee, joins the team in his place alongside Danilo Acquisto and Delucia Daniels.
Spotlight SA: Atlantis' Own, DAMIN, Becomes A Bold New Voice In Afro-Pop With His Debut Single "WENA DON FEVA"
A bold new voice in Afro-pop has arrived. DAMIN, hailing from Atlantis, Cape Town, has officially stepped into the spotlight with his debut single "WENA DON FEVA". He sits down with Danilo Acquisto to chat about his musical journey, how he's crafting his own path in the scene and what to expect from him in the future.
Spotlight SA: Ben Rodrigues Releases Brand-New Single “Homesick” Ahead Of His SA Tour In September
Pop sensation Ben Rodrigues is back with his latest single “Homesick” and the release sets the stage for Rodrigues’ upcoming “Homesick” South African Tour this September, his first national run following a successful UK tour earlier this year. He sits down with Danilo Acquisto to share more about how his tour impacted his new music, how he's moving away from the pop music scene and even performs one of this songs live in the studio.
Spotlight SA: Britney Meistre Celebrates Her Birthday With The Release Of Her Brand-New Single “Rescue” & Announces Forthcoming Debut EP
South African pop artist Britney Meistre celebrates her birthday today with the release of her most intimate single yet, “Rescue”. It also marks the beginning of a new chapter, as Britney announces the upcoming release of her debut EP "25". She chats to Danilo Acquisto about how she wrote the song with musical genius, Lee Cole, and what the releasing her first EP means to her.
Spotlight SA: Lady Zamar Shines On New Track, "Show Me", With Fido & Gets A Special Gift From The Hit 30 Team On Women's Day
Following the incredible success of her previous single, which dominated major commercial radio charts for over four consecutive weeks, Lady Zamar is back to turn up the heat with her brand-new single, “Show Me,” featuring rising Afrobeats star Fido. She sits down with Danilo Acquisto to share more about her new music, what she has in store for her album (which is being released later this year) and gets a special gift from the team on Women's Day.
Maxine Ceasar Gets A Surprise Call From The Hit 30 To Wish Her Happy Women's Day
One of South Africa's rising stars, Maxine Ceasar, gets surprised by The Hit 30 team, as they wish her a very happy Women's Day. Her husband, award-winning comedian, also shares a sweet message to his wife ahead of their second wedding anniversary.
The Hit 30 Wishes One Of My Musical Icons, Jules Harding (GoodLuck), A Very Happy Women's Day
The Hit 30 surprises GoodLuck's, Jules Harding, and wishes her a very happy Women's Day.
Spotlight SA: Robin Pieters Releases Powerful New Single “September” - A Soulful Ode To Heartbreak, Healing & Letting Go
Acclaimed South African singer, producer and performer Robin Pieters returns with his most personal and soul-stirring release yet “September”. More than just a heartbreak anthem, the track is a tender journey through grief, acceptance, and the often painful art of letting go. He sits down with Danilo Acquisto to share more about the song, what he's up to musically and even tells us about his love for lamb curry and rotis.
Spotlight SA: Rising South African Singer & Songwriter Releases His New Single, "First Love", Ahead Of His Much-Anticipated Debut Album, "Don't Cry Because It's Over"
South African superstar, Will Linley, sits down with Danilo Acquisto to chat about his new single "First Love". He shares exclusive, never-heard-before demos of the track of how it came together and how the song was birthed after Linley experienced his first heartbreak. Producer, Delucia Daniels, also puts Linley on the spot where he tells us all about his first times for everything - all while eating extreme sour sweets!
Spotlight SA: Shaza Teams Up With Young DLC For Afro-Dance Pop Anthem, "I WIll Not Forget"
South African singer-songwriter Shaza has joined forces with acclaimed Zimbabwean DJ and producer Young DLC on her new single, “I Will Not Forget” — a vibrant blend of Afro-dance, pop, and heartfelt storytelling. At its core, the track is about gratitude, resilience, and remembering how far you’ve come. She chats to Danilo Acquisto about her latest offering as she follows in the footsteps of her chart-topping hits, ‘Happy’ and ‘Just Hold On’.
Spotlight SA: YOSHE Releases "Lost My Way" - A Mediation On Identity, Success & Coming Home To What Matters
With Lost My Way, Cape Town artist YOSHE doesn’t just blend genres — he folds them into each other, bends them sideways, and breaks the rules entirely. He sits down with Danilo Acquisto to chat about how the track was written years ago during the height of his success with Grassy Spark (which wasn’t initially meant for public release), how its meaning has evolved from his love for validation into validating his love for the people closest to him and even performs an acoustic version of the track for the very first time.
Spotlight SA: Zinah Is At Her Most Honest & Vulnerable With Latest Single, “We Know”
Multifaceted South African artist Zinah returns with her brand-new single, “we know”. Known for her deeply honest songwriting and soulful vocals, Zinah delivers a powerful, emotionally charged track that explores the quiet ache of holding on when it’s time to let go. She chats to Danilo Acquisto about carving her own path in the music industry and what fans can expect from her in the future.
Spotlight SA: Max More Makes A Powerful Debut With New Single “Stuck on You”
Introducing 19-year-old singer, songwriter, and producer Max More, who steps into the spotlight with his debut single “Stuck on You”. The single was co-produced by renowned South African singer-songwriter and producer Lee Cole, who known for his rich musicality and emotionally resonant sound. He chats to Danilo Acquisto about finding and crafting his own musical journey in the industry and what listeners can expect from him in the future.
Shawn Desman & Jamie Fine Unleash Smash-Hit "Body" In South Africa
Get ready to feel the heat. Canadian pop royalty Shawn Desman and powerhouse vocalist Jamie Fine have teamed up to deliver what is already being called one of the biggest pop anthems of the year – “BODY”, now officially released to South African radio. The duo sits down with Danilo Acquisto and Delucia Daniels to chat about their chemistry and friendship, and they are put to the test in a game of "What The South African Is That?"
Spotlight SA: Kat Newood Drops Dance-Pop Anthem "Pressure" – A Soundtrack For Stressed-Out Creatives
"Pressure" is Kat Newood’s second single of 2025 and a pulsating dance-pop track that speaks to the challenges of navigating the corporate world while holding on to your creative identity. She chats to Celest Anthony, who stands in for Danilo Acquisto, about how she left her job to pursue music and what she has in store for the future.
Spotlight SA: Cape Town Collab Sparks Carefree Fun With Acoustic Element & Andre Graham’s “Break of Dawn” Single
Afterthe success of their smash hit Rebel Heart featuring South African superstar Jimmy Nevis, Cape Town’s celebrated duo Acoustic Element returns with a brand-new single, Break of Dawn, teaming up with rising star Andre Graham. The duo chats to Danilo Acquisto about their collab, their approach to songwriting and what to expect from them in the future.
Surprise! Maxine Ceasar Gets A Call From Danilo Acquisto, As "Elixir" Makes Its Way Into The Top 3
Danilo Acquisto surprises Maxine Ceasar, as her track "Elixir" makes its way into the top 3 on The Hit 30.
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