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Retail media and commerce media are often used synonymously, but they describe different things. Retail media refers specifically to advertising sold...

Imagine you’ve spent weeks perfecting your menu and designing a perfectly low-lit, velvet-cushioned space. The décor is intentional, and the cocktail...

Most retail sales in the U.S. still happen in physical stores. Whereas 18.5% of these sales are considered e-commerce, 81.5% are attributed to...

The latest in-store retail media news points to a booming category in flux. Investment is growing, and advertiser objectives are shifting as physical...

I've been in audio production for over two decades, in radio first, then retail. I joined Rockbot as Audio Services Manager in 2021, and since then...

Retail media is expected to hit $203.9 billion market size in 2026 – a 14% jump from last year, according toCoresight Research. Rockbot was proud to...

I recently attended the Consumer Technology Association’s annual trade show (CES 2026) and was excited to hear so many leaders discussing the...

The retail media industry has expanded and evolved rapidly over the last five years. What began with simple on-site sponsorships has expanded into...

Since January, tens of thousands of businesses, brands, and places have used Rockbot to get important details just right – playlists that keep...

Given the significance of great business sound, commercial music hardware is often surprisingly antiquated. We’ve grown accustomed to remotely...

The Rockbot Smart AmpTM sets a new standard for commercial audio as the first all-in-one amplifier with Rockbot and BrightSign® Built-In. With...

Our partnership with TikTok, announced in our latest press release, brings creator content into the physical world through our nationwide network of...

Digital signage for grocery is upturning traditional merchandising principles across the industry. In response to financial pressures and...

I had the pleasure of speaking at the second annual IAB Connected Commerce Summit in NYC this week. It was such a privilege to connect with some of...

As summer ends and the weather begins to cool, something does heat up—the unbridled passion for football season. Whether it’s high school, college or...

You may think digital signage is more beneficial for the retail industry but higher educational environments are continually evolving, integrating...

As June commences and begins to usher in the arrival of summer, you’re going to hear the combined term “dads and grads” a lot. The intention, of...

Physical retail is far from dead. In fact, American consumers spend nearly $6 trillion in physical stores, five times what they spend online. But...

Digital menu boards are dramatically changing how food service businesses engage with their customers. Across venues, from dine-in restaurants and...

The retail industry has undergone a remarkable transformation over the centuries, evolving from simple market stalls to sophisticated digital...

Introducing Dallas Osborn, the driving force behind Rockbot's unparalleled music curation services. As the Head of Music Curation, Dallas is the...

The franchise sector is expanding quickly. With 851,000 establishments in 2025 and economic output approaching $1 trillion, franchising is growing at...

In the heart of every successful organization lies a team dedicated to ensuring customer satisfaction reigns supreme. At Rockbot, this crucial role...

The ability to measure what matters sets winning marketing programs apart from those that only look good in a deck. The right KPIs are central to...

In the dynamic realm where storytelling and music converge, one individual stands out as a maestro orchestrating harmonious audio experiences. Meet...

Physical retail and the role it plays in the modern customer journey are evolving. While 86% of shoppers start their product research online,64% shop...

While retail success has historically been achieved by price, product quality, and exemplary customer service, personalization and targeted consumer...

In the dynamic world of talent acquisition, few individuals embody the spirit of transformation and growth as much as Emily Hassard, Rockbot's...

The holiday season is here and businesses far and wide are queuing joyful, festive music selections. One of the most effective ways to engage...

There are a lot of factors to consider when managing or launching TV media at your business. For example, you need to choose the right TV provider,...

We recently sat down with Rockbot software engineer Nicole Wallace to learn more about her and her career. From the highs of innovation to the...

Have you ever sat in a waiting room only to find that all of the TVs were off? Or that there was an annoying waiting room TV volume? Maybe you’ve...

We are thrilled to share an exciting transformation that marks a pivotal shift in Rockbot’s identity. Today, we proudly unveil our revamped brand...

Opening a new business is hard, and the last thing you want to think about is navigating your way through figuring out what kind of commercial sound...

Nothing sets the tone for the in-store media experience quite like the music playing overhead. Some music selections make customers feel fabulous and...

Live weather content belongs on screen in places of business.

Thousands of retail-focused professionals flooded Chicago last week for 2023's Retail Innovation Conference & Expo, hosted by Retail TouchPoints, to...

Evaluating software is a difficult, time-consuming process for every industry, not just the restaurant industry. What makes the restaurant industry...

Your restaurant has a great menu, a great concept, and great customer service. So what’s next? Whether you’re a niche fast casual joint or a...

It’s hard to believe that the holiday season is right around the corner! We can almost smell the ginger and taste the eggnog, but what customer...

This week, Rockbot introduced a brand new Remote Control application to replace the Rockbot Manager app. Rockbot Remote is the fastest, easiest way...

What music are some of the top CrossFit athletes listening to while they work out? Thanks to the Reebok CrossFit Games Website, we got a little taste:

Welcome to the intersection of brain science and marketing, a combination that you were probably not thinking about with all the stress of opening...

As you know, many restaurant reservation services want to make it easier for a) customers to pick restaurants and make reservations, and b)...

Hookah bars are notoriously difficult to open. Navigating through not only state, but city-wide "no smoking" legislation is not an easy task and just...

It's no surprise that an all-in-one POS system can streamline operations at your restaurant. That's, after all, the point of an all-in-one system....

Owning and managing restaurants is a 24/7 job. One thing that can make this time a bit easier is hiring the right people and actually keeping them...

The factors that determine restaurant success are changing. Today's diners judge value in new ways: quality that justifies the price, technology that...

When you’re thinking of purchasing a restaurant sound system for the first time or upgrading your existing system, do you feel equipped to make those...

Restaurant loyalty programs have been and will be a staple in differentiating your brand and driving repeat business. In the search to find the best...

As a business operator, you probably know how important licensed music is to your locations. Or perhaps you’ve received outreach from an organization...

Walk into any restaurant, and you'll feel the atmosphere before you even sit down. The lighting, the décor, the smell from the kitchen – and...

Modern restaurateurs have a lot on their plate, having to strike a perfect balance between business savvy and remarkable creativity. Today's...

The best hookah bars are great destinations for shisha smokers and anyone looking to relax in a laidback environment, hear some good music, and...

Ready to ramp up your bar’s social ambience, customer dwell time, and cool factor? Here’s a list of the best bar games that are easy and cheap for...

What happened to the jukebox? You remember it: the giant machine in the corner of your local pizza joint, its glass smeared and scratched from eager...

In today’s crowded media landscape, restaurants of all types and sizes are increasingly trying – and needing - to humanize their brand image to...

St. Patty's Day is the perfect time to create a new celebratory playlist for your bar or restaurant. In fact, the green holiday is one of the top...

Black Friday is synonymous with discounts—and while the day may incite images of midnight lines and picked-through clothing, Rockbot is offering a...

What happens when you mix the Rockbot digital jukebox app, 5,627 passengers/hour, JetBlue airlines, JFK airport’s Terminal 5—and a layover? One heck...

Music evokes emotions, and emotion is the most vital component of customer experience. Two restaurants can serve similar food at comparable prices,...

Back in the day, if you wanted to promote your bar, you relied on your vibe and word of mouth—and both are still important marketing tools. But these...

Rockbot, the No. 1 rated bar jukebox app, today announced that the company grew more than tenfold over the last year, now reaching millions of...

Recently, we were pitching a new customer, and as always we were highlighting how Rockbot differs from existing digital jukeboxes. It got us thinking...

College towns and campuses can be great environments to try out some creative marketing strategies in bars. College students often respond to...

All small businesses that want to be discovered online should have a blog. They really should. Small business blogs are a smart, fun, and effective...

Running a small business Facebook giveaway can be a great way to get your fans excited about an upcoming event, special or sale at your business. It...

SEO has become a true science in the social media and marketing worlds and it's now susceptible to the effect of small business hashtags.

Small businesses are using social media more and more to improve their presence online. For very little monetary investment, customer service social...

Now that you have a personal account on the professional networking site, you might be wondering how to use LinkedIn for small business marketing....

Let's face it, whether you personally use Pinterest or not, it's become one of the most popular social media platforms in the world and it's growing....

3 Tips For Your Small Business Twitter Contest What are the first steps to running a successful small business Twitter contest, Twitter Party or...

We went to Chicago and we thoroughly studied hundreds of exhibitors to synthesize the top 5 restaurant marketing trends at the 2013 NRA Show. Let's...

We've got your key NRA Show tips to get today and the next four days right. When it comes to networking, the NRA Show in Chicago brings together...

The 2013 NRA Show in Chicago starts tomorrow, and it's definitely the place to be for all that is new and exciting in the restaurant and hospitality...

Whether you're going to Chicago this week or not, we're going to give you a heads up on which NRA Show trends 2013 brings to the table, pun intended....

What makes your restaurant wine list stand out? To give you some insight on how to choose your restaurant wine list, we'll take a look at how it's...

Facebook and Twitter can prove to be whole universes in and within themselves. There is a true science to growing your Facebook fan page. But, never...

Social Music Startup Announces Key Partnerships with Top Brands, New App Version 2.0, and a Complete Brand Redesign

Introducing Rockbot (Formerly Roqbot) Today, we're excited to announce BIG changes to our social music service. First of all, what was formerly...

Most gym owners & managers are as diligent about improving their business as they are about their fitness. Gym technology is picking up speed and...

Bolt Barbers is far more than a place to get your hair cut. It is an experience to remember and cherish, making it one of the best authentic cut &...

Hey local business owners! We know you're already busy enough — and maintaining your website can be a hassle. But making sure people find your...

Off the corner of 4th street and Brannan Street is home to the best SoMa happy hour, at Bar Basic. The spacious bar fronts an upscale atmosphere...

Ah, the holiday season: twinkling lights, cheerful music, and total chaos for businesses large and small. Throngs of people in the shopping centers...

Austin's famous Sixth Street is known for many things, but being close to the ocean is not one of them. That is where Wahoo's Fish Tacos in Austin...

It’s the most wonderful time of the year… or one of the busiest. Whether your customers are organizing a party in your venue, or just stopping by to...

Tucked away off the corner of Green and Powell Street sits a north beach sports bar called The Boardroom. Quant in size the bar touts a local crowd,...

Roqbot is a social music service backed by Google Ventures and Detroit Venture Partners and today we're announcing 'Roqbot For Business' - the...

To celebrate and support local business owners everywhere, our small business promotion offers you & your customers one of the greatest gifts of all...

Fall is the season for all sorts of opportunities to get together and yell at your television. The World Series wraps up the long baseball season,...

A night of mischief, mayhem and good times? Yes, that’s what is generally coming to your bar on Halloween night (or maybe more so the weekend before,...

Recently, we announced that Roqbot has raised $1.2 million from Google Ventures and Detroit Venture Partners, with participation from Accelerator...

Tomorrow the NRA Show (National Restaurant Association) kicks off in Chicago, unveiling a host of new and exciting restaurant tech trends. We...

IT'S THAT TIME AGAIN. The NRA Show 2012 in Chicago is less than a week away, and we're ready to predict a few of the biggest NRA show trends for the...

While brands and venues in Austin battled for the attention of SXSW attendees, Miller Lite and fifteen of the city’s most popular bars were drawing...

For all of you fans of new rock, we’d like to introduce you to The Parlotones new single - from the popular South African band known for their big...

We’re at South by Southwest this week, and today we’re spending some time with this year’s finalists at the SXSW Music Accelerator – a competition...

Are you looking for innovative ways to grow your business? In the age of mobile apps, we'd like to show you how and why it has never been this easy.

If you love music, holiday shopping and exclusive deals, grab your smartphone and meet us at the Gap store in San Francisco’s Marina District. Gap is...

Once you’ve survived one of the biggest party nights of the year on Wednesday and a grand Thanksgiving feast on Thursday, we think you deserve a...

Just in time for Black Friday and the holiday shopping season, we’re excited to announce the launch of Roqbot’s new in-store business music service...