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MUSIC FOR BUSINESSES

Music influences your customers’ mood the second they walk through the door.

Your customers are listening. Choose the types of music that will introduce your customers to your brand experience first-hand.

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From background music for retail stores to fully managed in-store radio, DMX gives South African businesses complete control over the sound of their brand.

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HARMONY
MUSIC PLATFORM

Harmony Music is licensed for business use:

  • Easy to use: Multiple programming options, simple scheduling
  • Mobile-friendly: Access your playlists on the go
  • Intuitive-designed: Multiple genres, vocals and instrumentals are brought to create your brand’s sound. 
  • 100% commercial-free, unless you want to integrate your own 😉
  • Endless Possibilities: Ability to integrate your self-recorded ads, promotions and events into the playlist
Explore the Harmony Music Platform
Mood Mix custom in-store music blending feature

Control music for your business like never before with Harmony – our Brand Experience Platform.

Harmony lets you control your on-premise content, music and messaging from an all-in-one, centrally managed media platform backed by the industry’s most reliable music-for-business technology.

SET THE TONE OF YOUR BRAND WITH HARMONY

No two brands are the same, and the same is true when creating the sound and atmosphere in your establishment.

Start with something small. Choose a song or genre you like, and build your sound from there.

Harmony is flexible, offering multiple programming options to deliver a brand’s signature sound to any location at any time. Choose from genres spanning Pop, Country, Rock, Latin, World and more – see the full range below.

Harmony digital signage and audio platform for business

BUILD YOUR PLAYLIST 

Mixes.

Do you have an idea of your sound?

Choose from hundreds of micro-genres(styles) to create your mixes. Fine-tune the sound by tempo and mood using our system’s intuitive controls. You will have access to the world’s most extensive library of fully licensed music.

Stations.

Are you struggling to put what you want into words?

Use the search function to find “seed” tracks/artists/albums (tracks/artists/albums with a similar sound) that align with your desired sound. Our AI Virtual Music Design technology will build you the perfect soundtrack.

Programs. 

Do you need a simple place to start?

Either way, our programs have 150+ professionally designed playlists, each entirely produced and regularly refreshed for your convenience.
Just pick one and play.

Choose the Right Music License for Your Business

MAJOR LABEL MUSIC

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Commercial/Major Label Music refers to the music by artists with record label deals, where royalties are required; in South Africa, organisations like SAMRO and SAMPRA charge license fees for the use of music.

Depending on the type of business you own, there could be benefits to opting for Major Label Music on your premises; you have access to the world’s best original tracks sung by original artists, from the oldest to the latest.

However, in some cases, business owners prefer royalty-free background music that offers a similar sound without the license fees.

*For South African Clients: DMX does not cover SAMRO or SAMPRA license fees associated with playing Major Label Music in your establishment. This means the background music you play in-store is fully licensed and legally compliant under South African copyright law.

DMX has an exclusive Rights-included (Royalty-free) catalogue—your ticket to a hassle-free, cost-effective audio experience. Assemble Your Playlist with DMX’s Exclusive Catalogue of Rights Included Music – Offering a Seamless, Cost-Effective, Audio Experience.

You can conveniently access over 4,000 meticulously crafted tracks and seamlessly blend various music styles without having to worry about licensing fees to organisations such as SAMRO. Despite our catalogue’s high production value, this rights-included licensing approach focuses on independent, unsigned, or emerging artists from around the world, ensuring a unique and diverse musical offering on your premises.

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MUSIC

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IN-MUSIC MESSAGING

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Integrate self-recorded ads, promotions, and announcements into your music playlist.

Blending these targeted overhead messages with the right music allows you to have your own radio-like branded channel that can impact decisions at the point of purchase.

We have esteemed music designers who can compose a sound unique to your brand. Each playlist is built to create a sound your customers won’t hear anywhere else.

We’ll pair you with a dedicated Music Designer to collaborate on, create, and regularly update your soundtrack. The result is a brilliant reflection of your brand and an unforgettable Customer Experience.

With DMX, the possibilities are endless.

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Who Uses DMX Business Music?

DMX’s business music platform is built for South African companies with physical, customer-facing spaces – think retail stores, restaurants and bars, hospitality venues, health and leisure facilities – whether you’re running a single site or a nationwide chain.

Browse Music Genres for Your Business

Every playlist starts with the genres and styles that suit your brand – explore our dedicated programs below:

Genre Description
Pop Upbeat, radio-friendly Pop music to energise retail and hospitality spaces.
Country Warm, storytelling Country music for a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.
Rock High-energy Rock music to drive tempo in fitness, retail and entertainment venues.
Latin Vibrant Latin rhythms for restaurants, bars and lifestyle brands.
World Eclectic World music for globally inspired hospitality experiences.
Urban Contemporary Urban music for youth-focused retail and QSR brands.
Religious Religious music programming available within your Harmony playlist mix.
Lounge Smooth, ambient Lounge music for spas, hotels and upscale retail.
Holiday Seasonal Holiday music to bring festive cheer to your business.
Speciality & Lifestyle Curated Speciality & Lifestyle playlists tailored to niche brand identities.
Body & Soul Body & Soul music for wellness-focused environments.
Jazz & Blues Classic Jazz & Blues for sophisticated dining and hospitality settings.
Dance & Electronica High-tempo Dance & Electronica for fashion retail and entertainment venues.
Classical & Instrumental Timeless Classical & Instrumental music for refined, professional spaces.
Classics & Decades Nostalgic Classics & Decades playlists spanning iconic eras.
SA Local Locally curated SA Local music celebrating South African artists and sound.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is background music for business legal in South Africa?

Yes. Playing Major Label Music in your business requires a SAMRO/SAMPRA license, which DMX does not cover on your behalf. DMX’s Rights-included (Royalty-free) catalogue avoids these license fees entirely, so the background music you play in-store is fully licensed and legally compliant either way.

What’s the difference between Major Label Music and Royalty-Free Music?

Major Label Music features original artists with record label deals and requires SAMRO/SAMPRA license fees. DMX’s Royalty-Free catalogue offers over 4,000 tracks from independent, unsigned and emerging artists with a similar sound, without those license fees.

Can I add my own ads and announcements to my in-store music playlist?

Yes. Harmony lets you integrate self-recorded ads, promotions and announcements directly into your music playlist, blending them with your music into your own radio-like branded channel.

Can I manage and customise my own business music playlists?

Yes. Harmony is easy to use with multiple programming options and simple scheduling, and is mobile-friendly so you can access and manage your playlists on the go.

What genres of business music does DMX offer?

DMX offers a full range of licensed genres through Harmony, including Pop, Country, Rock, Latin, World, Urban, Religious, Lounge, Holiday, Speciality & Lifestyle, Body & Soul, Jazz & Blues, Dance & Electronica, Classical & Instrumental, Classics & Decades, and SA Local.

TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE

Put business music to work in your customer experience. Speak to a Customer Experience Consultant.