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A Music Supervisor’s Guide to Music Strategy

A Music Supervisor’s Guide to Music StrategyIt’s widely appreciated in the retail industry that the right in-store atmosphere drives footfall. In our latest Mood Media In-Store Trends study, we found that 70% of shoppers believe branded music contributes to a pleasant...

The Retail Technology Show 2024: Key Highlights and Insights

The Retail Technology Show 2024: Key Highlights and InsightsThe Retail Technology Show marks an exciting date in the calendar for professionals in the retail industry. It provides fantastic insight into the tools and solutions aimed at improving the customer...

Digital Signage Best Practices

Digital Signage Best Practices Get the most out of your digital signage with our digital signage best practices guide.You’ve done your research and you’ve worked with a professional digital signage provider to implement your solution. But now what? How can you be sure...

Shaping the Future of Retail: Key Insights from ShopTalk 2024

Shaping the Future of Retail: Key Insights from ShopTalk 2024Over the course of four days, attendees were treated to a dynamic mix of insightful keynotes, workshops and powerful connections at ShopTalk 2024, a well-known conference of retail change-makers. The event...

A Guide To Music For Hotels

A Guide to Music for Hotels Why Adding Music to Your Hotel is a Smart Business MoveSo, you’ve created a beautiful place for guests to stay. You poured over perfect paint samples and fantastic furniture. You cultivated the desired combination of comfort and style to...

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The Transformative Role of Sensory Experiences in Automotive Retail

DRIVING THE FUTURE: THE TRANSFORMATIVE ROLE OF SENSORY EXPERIENCES IN AUTOMOTIVE RETAILIn an era where consumers place a high value on experiences and are attuned to personalized and engaging brand interactions, the automotive retail industry is at a crossroads. As...

Leveraging Audiovisual Solutions to Enhance Guest Experiences

THE POWER OF PERSONALISATION How Hotels are Leveraging Audiovisual Solutions to Enhance Guest ExperiencesIn the dynamic world of hospitality, brands are ceaselessly seeking innovative approaches to not only differentiate themselves but also to captivate and inspire...

How Gyms Can Improve Their Member Experience

HOW GYMS CAN IMPROVE THEIR MEMBER EXPERIENCE Flex Your Multi-Sensory MuscleAs with the start of every new year, people make resolutions to lose weight and stay fit. But as we see a huge influx of new members joining gyms and fitness clubs, the question becomes - how...

5 Holiday Marketing Strategies to Captivate Your Customers

5 Holiday Marketing Strategies To Captivate Your Customers Get Your Customers in the Mood This Holiday SeasonA lot of work goes into holiday marketing strategies, particularly those online or on television, but what about those for your brick and mortar business? Your...

Improve Staff Training & Retention with One Simple Solution

IMPROVE STAFF TRAINING & RETENTION WITH ONE SIMPLE SOLUTION How Digital Signage Can Create Informed and Engaged EmployeesMuch has changed in the foodservice industry since the start of the pandemic, but one trend has persisted: people keep quitting their jobs. In...

A Music Supervisor’s Guide to Music Strategy

A Music Supervisor’s Guide to Music Strategy

A Music Supervisor’s Guide to Music StrategyIt’s widely appreciated in the retail industry that the right in-store atmosphere drives footfall. In our latest Mood Media In-Store Trends study, we found that 70% of shoppers believe branded music contributes to a pleasant...

read more
Digital Signage Best Practices

Digital Signage Best Practices

Digital Signage Best Practices Get the most out of your digital signage with our digital signage best practices guide.You’ve done your research and you’ve worked with a professional digital signage provider to implement your solution. But now what? How can you be sure...

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A Guide To Music For Hotels

A Guide To Music For Hotels

A Guide to Music for Hotels Why Adding Music to Your Hotel is a Smart Business MoveSo, you’ve created a beautiful place for guests to stay. You poured over perfect paint samples and fantastic furniture. You cultivated the desired combination of comfort and style to...

read more
Future of Retail: Key Takeaways from NRF 2024

Future of Retail: Key Takeaways from NRF 2024

Crystal Ball Gaze into the Future of Retail: Key Takeaways from NRF 2024The energy was electric at NRF: 2024 Retail's Big Show. The National Retail Federation (NRF), is one of the largest retail conferences in the world — a hot spot for industry titans and innovators...

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Evolution of the Store 1940-1999

Evolution of the Store 1940-1999

THE EVOLUTION OF THE STORE - 1940-19991940 – 1999The Dawn of the Consumer Society The end of the Second World War and the return of "freedom of movement" saw the beginning of the modern consumer society we know today. Combine that with employment on the rise and a...

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Unmasking Halloween’s Retail Potential

Unmasking Halloween’s Retail Potential

Unmasking Halloween's Retail Potential: A Sensorial Customer Journey To Support Halloween Products And PromotionsIn the bustling world of retail, Halloween is a true powerhouse of an opportunity just waiting to creep out from the darkness. As the leaves turn, the air...

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How does Imagesound compare to Mood Media?

How does Imagesound compare to Mood Media?

HOW DOES IMAGESOUND COMPARE TO MOOD MEDIA?Which is the better choice for your business? Let’s take a look at the similarities and differences between these two in-store experiential media providers.If you're in the market for in-store media solutions, you may be...

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History of Muzak

History of Muzak

THE HISTORY OF MUZAKMuzak. It's a word that most people of a certain age at least vaguely recognize. For many, Muzak is associated with instrumental easy-listening covers, waiting on hold, and elevator music.The Beginning First Radio Broadcasts Muzak Timeline Muzak Ad...

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International Women’s Day at Mood Media

International Women’s Day at Mood Media

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY AT MOOD MEDIAInternational Women’s Day is a day to celebrate the cultural, political, and socioeconomic achievements of women across the globe, but as part of our Women of Mood series, we wanted to know what exactly encapsulates this special...

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Women of Mood

Women of Mood

WOMEN OF MOOD Women's History Month is celebrated during March and is dedicated to highlighting the contributions of women to events in history and contemporary society. Here at Mood, we are proud to count on hundreds of talented women as part of our global team. To...

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Eurovision 2023

Eurovision 2023

EUROVISION 2023What began as a technical experiment in television broadcasting, one of the earliest attempts to broadcast a live televised event to a large international audience, has since become one of Europe’s most-loved watches, with millions of viewers tuning in...

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Inspirational Women In Music

Inspirational Women In Music

INSPIRATIONAL WOMEN IN MUSIC The music industry is continuously evolving, with more and more powerful women coming to the forefront, but it wasn’t always so welcoming towards female recording artists. In the early 20th century, many women were barred from performing...

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Black History Month

Black History Month

BLACK HISTORY MONTHBlack History Month, which celebrates the history, achievements and contributions of black Britons, has been marked in the UK every October since 1987. Black music in particular has influenced trends, fashion, culture and much more despite the...

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International Music Day

International Music Day

INTERNATIONAL MUSIC DAYServing more than 500,000 subscriber locations in 100+ countries around the globe, we take “international” to a whole new level. With a talented creative team made up of music supervisors and researchers from all corners of the globe, they have...

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A Guide To Music For Hotels

A Guide To Music For Hotels

A Guide to Music for Hotels Why Adding Music to Your Hotel is a Smart Business MoveSo, you’ve created a beautiful place for guests to stay. You poured over perfect paint samples and fantastic furniture. You cultivated the desired combination of comfort and style to...

read more
Evolution of the Store 1940-1999

Evolution of the Store 1940-1999

THE EVOLUTION OF THE STORE - 1940-19991940 – 1999The Dawn of the Consumer Society The end of the Second World War and the return of "freedom of movement" saw the beginning of the modern consumer society we know today. Combine that with employment on the rise and a...

read more
Evolution of the Store – 1900-1939

Evolution of the Store – 1900-1939

THE EVOLUTION OF THE STORE - 1900-19391900 – 1939 The Art of Emotion The beginning of the 20th century was a period of innovation for retail stores, taking the independent customer purchase journey we saw emerge at the end of the previous century one step further....

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Evolution of the Store – 1800-1899

Evolution of the Store – 1800-1899

THE EVOLUTION OF THE STORE - 1800-18991800 – 1899The Age of Independence The 19th century represents the first revolution in the history of retail stores and the customer experience. With the advent of the department store, the retail consumer acquired a sense of...

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The Bigger Story Behind Black Friday

The Bigger Story Behind Black Friday

THE BIGGER STORY BEHIND BLACK FRIDAY Do you know the real history behind Black Friday? Most people believe that the name originates from the idea of stores moving from “in the red” meaning in debt, to in the black, meaning turning a profit. If that’s the origin you’re...

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A Music Supervisor’s Guide to Music Strategy

A Music Supervisor’s Guide to Music Strategy

A Music Supervisor’s Guide to Music StrategyIt’s widely appreciated in the retail industry that the right in-store atmosphere drives footfall. In our latest Mood Media In-Store Trends study, we found that 70% of shoppers believe branded music contributes to a pleasant...

read more
Digital Signage Best Practices

Digital Signage Best Practices

Digital Signage Best Practices Get the most out of your digital signage with our digital signage best practices guide.You’ve done your research and you’ve worked with a professional digital signage provider to implement your solution. But now what? How can you be sure...

read more
Future of Retail: Key Takeaways from NRF 2024

Future of Retail: Key Takeaways from NRF 2024

Crystal Ball Gaze into the Future of Retail: Key Takeaways from NRF 2024The energy was electric at NRF: 2024 Retail's Big Show. The National Retail Federation (NRF), is one of the largest retail conferences in the world — a hot spot for industry titans and innovators...

read more
Unmasking Halloween’s Retail Potential

Unmasking Halloween’s Retail Potential

Unmasking Halloween's Retail Potential: A Sensorial Customer Journey To Support Halloween Products And PromotionsIn the bustling world of retail, Halloween is a true powerhouse of an opportunity just waiting to creep out from the darkness. As the leaves turn, the air...

read more
A Guide To Music For Restaurants

A Guide To Music For Restaurants

A GUIDE TO MUSIC FOR RESTAURANTS Why Adding Music to Your Restaurant is a Smart Business MoveDo you remember the last time you visited a restaurant without music playing in the background? Neither do we. Music is such a staple in the restaurant industry we don’t even...

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Scent Marketing For Hotels

Scent Marketing For Hotels

SCENT MARKETING FOR HOTELS Keep guests comfortable and coming back by creating emotional connections with scent marketing.What Is Scent Marketing? Scent marketing is a strategy that uses fragrance to create a specific atmosphere, evoke emotions, and enhance brand...

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How Does Digital Signage Work?

How Does Digital Signage Work?

HOW DIGITAL SIGNAGE WORKS The what, the how, and the why behind Digital Signage SoftwareIf you've ever walked into a store or a restaurant and seen digital screens displaying content, you've witnessed digital signage in action. Digital signage is a technology that has...

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What Does the Metaverse Mean for Retail?

What Does the Metaverse Mean for Retail?

WHAT DOES THE METAVERSE MEAN FOR RETAIL? It may be the talk of the town right now, but many people are still confused about, and in some cases extremely wary of, the metaverse. So what exactly is this mysterious concept and what does it mean for the future of retail...

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Industry Resources

A Guide To Music For Hotels

A Guide To Music For Hotels

A Guide to Music for Hotels Why Adding Music to Your Hotel is a Smart Business MoveSo, you’ve created a beautiful place for guests to stay. You poured over perfect paint samples and fantastic furniture. You cultivated the desired combination of comfort and style to...

read more
Sustainability in Retail

Sustainability in Retail

SUSTAINABILITY IN RETAILConsumers are expecting moreOur 2021 Shopper Sentiments Study revealed that 67% of consumers worldwide declare it is important to them that the brands they shop are committed to being environmentally friendly.In equal measure, 66%, shoppers...

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Opportunities in Digital Signage for Banks

Opportunities in Digital Signage for Banks

Opportunities in Digital Signage for Banks Digital signage has moved out of movie theaters and malls to become mainstream. Modern technology such as multi-spectrum digital signage allows financial institutions to create a more personal and engaging experience for...

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6 Steps To A Better Patient Experience

6 Steps To A Better Patient Experience

6 Steps to a Better Patient ExperienceProviding a truly exceptional patient experience goes beyond ensuring a high level of care. It’s about creating a relaxing and friendly environment throughout your facility - not one that's bland or overly clinical.The goal should...

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Opportunities in Digital Signage for Banks

Opportunities in Digital Signage for Banks

Opportunities in Digital Signage for Banks Digital signage has moved out of movie theaters and malls to become mainstream. Modern technology such as multi-spectrum digital signage allows financial institutions to create a more personal and engaging experience for...

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Getting Your Grocery Music Right

Getting Your Grocery Music Right

Getting Your Grocery Music RightThe critical role of background music in grocery stores hasn’t changed much over the years. Your music should engage your shoppers on an emotional level and create an upbeat atmosphere that encourages them to deliberately peruse the...

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6 Steps To A Better Patient Experience

6 Steps To A Better Patient Experience

6 Steps to a Better Patient ExperienceProviding a truly exceptional patient experience goes beyond ensuring a high level of care. It’s about creating a relaxing and friendly environment throughout your facility - not one that's bland or overly clinical.The goal should...

read more
A Guide To Music For Hotels

A Guide To Music For Hotels

A Guide to Music for Hotels Why Adding Music to Your Hotel is a Smart Business MoveSo, you’ve created a beautiful place for guests to stay. You poured over perfect paint samples and fantastic furniture. You cultivated the desired combination of comfort and style to...

read more
12 Essentials of Effective Hotel Music

12 Essentials of Effective Hotel Music

12 Essentials of Effective Hotel MusicThe music you play at your hotel is much more than a necessary element of the ambiance you’re aiming to create. When executed the right way, hotel music can be a powerful tool that helps you engage your unique clientele on a...

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Background Music in Hospitality

Background Music in Hospitality

Background Music in Hospitality Audio branding is a core element of the guest experience, and it's an essential tool for connecting with guests on a deeper, more emotional level. From custom background music mixes to ambient soundscapes,professional hotel music is...

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Sustainability in Retail

Sustainability in Retail

SUSTAINABILITY IN RETAILConsumers are expecting moreOur 2021 Shopper Sentiments Study revealed that 67% of consumers worldwide declare it is important to them that the brands they shop are committed to being environmentally friendly.In equal measure, 66%, shoppers...

read more
Music For Retail Stores

Music For Retail Stores

MUSIC FORRETAIL STORESBUILT FOR YOUR BRAND Deliver the signature sound of your brand at every location with Mood Harmony™ - the #1 mobile-friendly platform delivering music for retail stores. With the world’s largest music library and professionally designed...

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Research Studies & eBooks

2023 In-Store Trends

How Banks Can Hang Onto Human

Experiential Marketing Handbook

Digital Signage Best Practices

In-Store Media Enhances the Shopper Experience

Shopper Sentiments

Quantifying the Impact of Sensory Marketing

Digital Signage Best Practices

The Impact of Sensory Marketing

7 Essentials for Building a Digital Signage Strategy

The State of Brick & Mortar