Danilo Acquisto

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...

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...

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 f...

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 ind...

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 p...

"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. 

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. 

Danilo Acquisto surprises Maxine Ceasar, as her track "Elixir" makes its way into the top 3 on The Hit 30. 

She’s got one of the most recognisable voices in UK pop right now, but this time, Mimi Webb is doing something she’s never done before: teaming up with another pop powerhouse, Meghan Trainor, on a disco-laced, glitter-punch of a track called "Mind Reader". She joins Danilo Acquisto and Delucia Daniels to share more about her upcoming singles, how she's channeling her inner Mimi to beco...

Score composer and music artist, Jason Winde, joins Danilo Acquisto in studio to chat about how his parents surprised him with a meeting with Hans Zimmer and how he created the track "What Would Doris Do?". 

South African alt-pop duo Faker Streets release their emotionally charged new single, “All I Wanted”, a powerful collaboration with rising star Anica Kiana. Driven by raw vulnerability and heartfelt honesty, “All I Wanted” explores the pain of one-sided love and the disillusionment that comes with giving everything to someone who never truly wanted you....

South African artist Skys a Blu returns with Closer, her first single of the year. Formerly known as Kyla Nicole, she’s a Johannesburg-born singer-songwriter whose sound is as fluid and emotive as her journey. She chats to Danilo Acquisto about her musical journey and what to expect from her in 2025. 

CPUT Spokesperson, Lauren Kansley, chats to Danilo Acquisto about what is happening at Open Day and why someone should attend it instead of looking at information online. She also shares more details about the application process for 2026, which opens very soon. 

Melani-Ann Hara, Student Development Officer at CPUT, chats with Danilo Acquisto about The Student Experience at their university. She is also joined by two student ambassadors who give us a first-hand account of what being a CPUT student is like. 

Jamie-Lee Sexton makes a powerful return with a high-energy reimagining of the iconic 90s hit“Missing”by Everything but the Girl. She chats to Danilo Acquisto about how she breathes new life into a timeless classic and what to expect from her in the coming year. 

After making his way into the top 5 (number 4 to be exact), Danilo Acquisto and the team chats to Chad Saaiman about his song "Midnight". He also gets a special visit from Danilo's grandmother who is a BIG fan of the local superstar. 

Cape Town’s very own Jeremy Loops is back with Feathers and Stone , a powerful and deeply personal album. Known for his ability to craft melodies that feel like a conversation with the soul, he chats to Danilo Acquisto about how the album is a harmonious blend of contrasts: light and shadow, weight and lift, feathers and stone. He also shares more how he will be performing at...

The  SaxbyTwins are back with their latest single, You're Not Alone" While the brother duo are no strangers to the industry, like many before, they are constantly reinventing themselves. This new single is a u-turn from their previous more indie-folk sound, leaning more towards the pop-dance genre. They chat to Danilo Acquisto about navigating the music industry, why they decided to change th...

Melody Kleinsmith, Communications and Marketing Manager at Iziko Museums of South Africa, chats to Danilo Acquisto about the bicentenary of the South African Museum (now the ISAM – Iziko South African Museum). She shares more about how the institution houses more than ten million artifacts and specimens, which is a window to our planet and past. 

Dr Dylan Clarke, the curator of The Iziko Museums of South Africa, chats to Danilo Acquisto about the launch of the Sea and Us, a children’s exhibition described as an immersive journey into South Africa’s Two Oceans and its rich marine life. He shares more about how this exhibition came about as well as their #ThinkBlue Pledge, which encourages children and adults alike to protect our...

Aloe Blacc makes his much-anticipated returns to the music industry with his new album, Stand Together. Merging music and activism, he chats to Danilo Acquisto about how his new body of work is purpose-driven, the reason for the change in artistic direction and what people can expect from him throughout the year. 

One of South African's favourite superstars, Kyle Deutsch, joins Danilo Acquisto to share some of his unreleased tracks from his upcoming album. He chats about what this body of work means to him, reuniting with familiar faces - Shekhinah and Ameen Harron - to create new hits and when people can expect the album to drop.  

Rinaldo Felaar chats to beauty queen, Maxine Wild, about Cape Town Pride 2025. 

Rinaldo Felaar roams the street of Cape Town, as Pride 2025 commences. 

South African singer-songwriter and producer Lee Cole releases his latest single, “Ice=Cream”. The track marks a vibrant departure from his previous releases, showcasing a fresh, dance-driven sound. He chats to Danilo Acquisto about his new music journey, being an independent artist and what to expect from him in the future.