Spotlight SA: Joshua Gabriel Debuts Pop-Rock Heartbreak Anthem, "Wish You Well"

Joshua Gabriel is a South African pop artist and singer-songwriter recognised for his heartfelt lyrics and crossover sound with an energetic pop feel. He chats to Danilo Acquisto about his pop-rock single, “Wish You Well”, that begins in a place of genuine happiness and emotional ease, reflecting o…

Spotlight SA: Grammy-Nominated South African Producer, Vumaala, Steps Into The Spotlight With Single "Show Me"

South African-born, LA-based producer Vumaala, the stage name of Grammy-nominated multi-instrumentalist and producer Bubele Booi, officially steps out from behind the scenes with the release of his debut single, Show Me, featuring Ré Alissa. Tara Lee chats to Vumaala about his incredible career, wh…

Spotlight SA: Lola Audreys Serves Up Effervescent Pop On New Single, "Rum And Coke"

South African songstress Lola Audreys is back with her latest single, Rum and Coke, a hook-filled pop track that fizzes with late-night energy and emotional honesty. She sits down with Danilo Acquisto to chat about how the track was born out of "wanting to capture that in-between time when you are …

Spotlight SA: South Africa Popstar, Carli J Myers, Returns To The Music Scene With "Mood For You"

South African chart-topping singer-songwriter Carli J Myers has released her latest single, "Mood For You", and it’s attracting international attention with well over 250,000 Spotify streams within its first few weeks of release. She chats to Noni Radebe (who stands in for Danilo Acquisto) about cr…

It's A Double Surprise For Early B, As Tara Lee & The Hit 30 Team Perform Rihanna's "Rude Boy" In Afrikaans For His Birthday While His Track "Y?STER" With YoungstaCPT Goes To Number 1

A promise is a promise, and Tara Lee delivered! The last time she spoke to Early B she said she would do an Afrikaans rap for him, and she just so happened to do it on his birthday alongside The Hit 30 team. It was also a double surprise for him, as he became this week’s number 1 with YoungstaCPT o…

Spotlight SA: Otis Wesley Releases New Afrohouse Single “Ocean of Love” Featuring Sarah-Jane Thomas

South African DJ and producer Otis Wesley returns with his second official release, “Ocean of Love,” featuring the mesmerising vocals of Sarah-Jane Thomas. Rooted in Afrohouse, He chats to Danilo Acquisto about how the track captures the unmistakable spirit of a South African December; sun-soaked d…

Spotlight SA: Amy Tjasink Teams Up With Gallo Remixed To Breathe New Life Into A Mango Groove Classic With “Feels Like Mzansi”

South African singer-songwriter Amy Tjasink returns with a big Summer song, “Feels Like Mzansi,” a vibrant re-imagining inspired by the legendary Mango Groove classic, Special Star. The track forms part of a special Gallo Records project that bridges the golden era of South African music with today…

The Hit 30 Team Celebrates Amy Jones' "Nobody" Climbing To Number 2 On The Chart

After celebrating her son's first birthday, the team surprises Amy Jones by welcoming her song, "Nobody", into the top 2. 

Spotlight SA: South African Star, Lloyd Cele, Is Back With An Inspiration Anthem, "Legends"

Before 2010 Lloyd Cele would never have imagined himself to be one of the South Africa’s most popular artists, speaker and TV presenter. Now, he has released yet another track, "Legends", which he wrote to remind us that greatness isn’t reserved for the famous; it’s built by everyday warriors. He c…

Spotlight SA: Mi Casa Returns With Infectious Summer Single, "TER MAIS"

Renowned for their infectious rhythms and soulful energy, South Africa’s acclaimed house trio Mi Casa return with a sizzling new single, “TER MAIS,” poised to dominate the summer airwaves. He chats to Danilo Acquisto about how the song is about appreciating what you have and realising that having l…