Licensed Background Music Samples for South African Businesses

Music Samples

Every business sounds different – and it should. These are samples from DMX’s catalogue of licensed background music, built for South African retail stores, restaurants, hotels and leisure facilities. Browse a genre below to hear what your business could sound like, then talk to us about building it out on Harmony, our music management platform.

BODY & SOUL

Soulful, warm tracks for a relaxed, welcoming space.

CLASSICS & DECADES

Familiar hits across the decades for a nostalgic, feel-good mood.

CLASSICAL & INSTRUMENTALS

Elegant, instrumental music for upscale, refined environments.

COUNTRY

Easy-going country tracks with broad, all-ages appeal.

DANCE & ELECTRONICA

Upbeat electronic tracks that keep energy and pace high.

Hip Hop/Urban

Contemporary hip hop and R&B for a modern, urban feel.

HOLIDAYS & HAPPENINGS

Seasonal playlists for Christmas, summer and other key trading periods.

JAZZ & BLUES

Smooth jazz and blues for a sophisticated, relaxed atmosphere.

LATIN

Warm, rhythmic Latin tracks for a vibrant customer experience.

LOUNGE

Chilled, ambient tracks for a calm, premium feel.

POP

Current and classic pop hits with wide, everyday appeal.

RELIGIOUS

Faith-based music suited to religious retail and community spaces.

ROCK

Classic and contemporary rock for an energetic environment.

SA LOCAL

Local South African artists and sounds for a homegrown feel.

SPECIALITY & LIFESTYLE

Curated tracks for niche brand identities and lifestyle concepts.

WORLD

Global sounds and world music for an international, eclectic mood.

How These Samples Work

Every track in DMX’s catalogue is cleared for commercial, in-store play, so what you hear here is what you can legally run in your business – no separate licensing to sort out. Once you’ve found a genre that fits, our team builds it out on Harmony: custom Mixes, ready-made Programs, or a soundtrack shaped by a dedicated music designer, managed centrally across as many locations as you have.

Where This Music Works Best

Retail – Set the pace and mood on the shop floor, from browsing to checkout.
Restaurant & Bar – Match the soundtrack to the dining experience you want guests to remember.
Hospitality – Give guests a consistent sound across lobbies, rooms and shared spaces.
Health & Leisure – Keep energy levels right for gyms, spas and wellness spaces.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are DMX’s music samples?

They’re short previews from DMX’s catalogue of licensed background music, organised by genre – a way to hear what’s available for your business before you commit to a full setup on Harmony.

Is the music on this page licensed for commercial use?

Yes – every track in DMX’s catalogue is cleared for commercial, in-store play, so you don’t need to source or manage separate licences yourself.

Can I mix genres or build a custom playlist?

Yes. These genre samples are a starting point – once you’re set up on Harmony, you can build custom Mixes, use Stations, or work with a dedicated music designer to shape a playlist around your brand.

Can I preview a genre before choosing it for my business?

Yes – that’s what this page is for. Click through any genre to hear a sample, then speak to a Customer Experience Consultant about setting it up across your location or locations.

Is the same music available across all my business locations?

Yes – Harmony manages your music centrally, so whichever genre or mix you choose plays consistently across every site.