A Fully Licensed Soundtrack, Tailored for Your Brand
Welcome to Your
AB Music Experience
No royalties. No risk. Just the perfect sound, every time.
A Fully Licensed Soundtrack, Tailored for Your Brand
Welcome to Your
AB Music Experience
No royalties. No risk. Just the perfect sound, every time.
AB Morning Ease – Fresh Start Shopping
Use: 07:00–11:00 in all formats (AB Supermarkets, AB Food Market, Shop & Go, ENA Cash & Carry).
Psychological goal
- Lower early-day stress for shoppers rushing before work or after school drop-off.
- Create a warm, organised atmosphere that helps people slow down slightly, scan shelves properly and remember items, which supports basket size.
Musical profile
- Tempo: 95–110 BPM.
- Style: light contemporary pop, soft indie pop, acoustic soul, gentle electronica.
- Vocals: 90 percent vocal tracks, clear positive lyrics, no aggression.
- Language: predominantly English and international, with the option to sprinkle in soft Mediterranean influenced tracks without Greek lyrics, in line with AB’s current in-store practice.
- Instrumentation: clean guitars, soft keys, subtle beats, no heavy synth leads or big drops.
Psychology notes
- Mid tempo and warm harmonies reduce perceived crowding and stress, helping shoppers plan rather than rush.
- Bright but not “hype” tracks keep energy up for staff without creating a “nightclub in the morning” feeling.
AB Family Shop – Daytime Feel-Good
Use: Late morning to late afternoon, especially on high traffic days and family shopping periods.
Psychological goal
- Make the store feel lively and modern, while still “background friendly”.
- Support dwell time in fresh food, bakery and promotions, and keep families in a positive mood.
Musical profile
- Tempo: 100–118 BPM.
- Style: mainstream international pop, light dance pop, neo funk, playful RnB, with strong melodic hooks.
- Vocals: almost entirely vocal tracks, strong choruses, clean themes.
- Language: mostly English and international, with capacity to localise by country later if AB scales to other banners.
- Dynamics: smooth energy curve, avoiding sudden genre jumps that could jar older shoppers.
Psychology notes
- This is the “brand soundtrack” layer.
- Upbeat music at this tempo supports a steady shopping pace, improves mood and makes promotional voice messages feel more positive rather than intrusive.
AB After-Work Express – Quick Mission Booster
Use: 17:00–21:00 on weekdays and early evenings, when customers are doing quick top-up shops on the way home.
Psychological goal
- Support fast, efficient shopping missions while keeping the store welcoming.
- Reduce perceived waiting time at checkout during peak evening queues.
Musical profile
- Tempo: 110–124 BPM.
- Style: crisp pop house, modern dance pop, subtle electronic grooves, light electro funk.
- Vocals: strong focus on clear, memorable choruses.
- Language: international focus, with a consistent contemporary sound across all territories.
- Texture: tighter drum programming, slightly brighter high end to cut through ambient noise.
Psychology notes
- Slightly faster tempo subtly nudges shoppers to move with purpose, which helps manage congestion at peak times.
- Engaging rhythmic patterns and hooks reduce perceived waiting time in queues.
AB Fresh & Mediterranean – Fresh Food and Seasonal Focus
Use: Rotating “campaign” playlist for fresh departments, local ranges, olive oil, wine and seasonal Mediterranean events.
Psychological goal
- Connect the fresh food and local origin story with sound, without turning the store into a “tourist taverna soundtrack”.
- Support premium perception around fresh, deli, bakery and wine.
Musical profile
- Tempo: 95–115 BPM.
- Style: acoustic and organic grooves with subtle Mediterranean colours (nylon guitar, light percussion, strings), blended with sophisticated international lounge and downtempo pop.
- Vocals: mix of vocal and tasteful instrumental tracks, always modern and clean.
- Language: mainly international vocals, with the option to selectively add modern Mediterranean flavour tracks where appropriate to the brand.
- Tonality: warm, sunny major keys that signal freshness and quality.
Psychology notes
- Gentle regional cues increase perceived authenticity of fresh and local ranges.
- This playlist is ideal for in-store thematic campaigns (“Greek Week”, “Mediterranean Summer”, “Fresh from our Sea and Fields”) and for synchronised audio messages that talk about provenance and quality.
AB Calm Queues & Evenings – Comfort and Reassurance
Use: Late evening, lower traffic hours, customer service hotspots, customer care zones, pharmacies inside store, and at times of unusual stress (system issues, long queues).
Psychological goal
- Reduce tension and irritation during queues or at the end of a long day.
- Make the store feel safe, calm and under control.
Musical profile
- Tempo: 88–104 BPM, never dragging but clearly more relaxed than daytime.
- Style: warm downtempo pop, soft electronica, acoustic ballads with modern production, gentle lo-fi inspired beats.
- Vocals: soft, intimate vocal performance, clear and reassuring.
- Language: international, with a focus on universal themes of comfort, optimism and winding down.
- Sound design: rounded low-end, no harsh high frequencies, minimal use of aggressive snares or sharp synths.
Psychology notes
- Softer sound reduces perceived stress and helps staff interactions stay calm during complaints or problem resolution.
- This is also a natural bed for “closing soon” or “thank you for shopping with us” messages, keeping them polite and non-threatening.
AB Weekend Energy – Promo Power Hours
Use: Friday evening and peak weekend hours, particularly during national campaigns and promotion bursts.
Psychological goal
- Create a “weekend buzz” that feels rewarding and energising.
- Frame promotional messages inside a positive, exciting soundscape so that promos feel like opportunities, not noise.
Musical profile
- Tempo: 112–125 BPM.
- Style: high-energy feel-good pop, light EDM crossover, nu-disco and funk influenced tracks.
- Vocals: strong anthemic choruses, sing-along feel, but with lyrics screened to be family friendly.
- Language: international, current and recent hits style, but drawn from Fully Licensed Music catalogue.
- Structure: clear 30–40 second “energy peaks” which are perfect anchor points for side-chain promo messages and tactical inserts.
Psychology notes
- Slightly higher arousal state is ideal for time-limited promotions and “stock up now” messaging.
- The energy curve is tightly controlled so stores never feel like a club. We maintain a professional grocery environment while delivering a clear weekend lift.
AB Chiiled Lounge - Calm, Cool, and Contemporary Shopping
Use:
11:00–16:00 in all formats (AB Supermarkets, AB Food Market, Shop & Go, ENA Cash & Carry).
Psychological goal
- Maintain a smooth, unhurried midday atmosphere that keeps shoppers relaxed but focused as the store becomes busier.
- Support clear decision-making during key shopping hours by reducing cognitive load and softening the sense of crowd movement.
Encourage browsing, discovery, and steady basket-building without creating pressure or over-stimulation.
Musical profile
- Tempo: 85–100 BPM, steady and unintrusive.
- Style: modern chill-pop, light downtempo, acoustic electronica, warm lo-fi beats, soft neo-soul.
- Vocals: 60 percent vocal tracks – gentle, smooth, and intimate. Lyrics should be reassuring, neutral to positive, never dramatic or emotionally heavy.
- Language: mostly English and international, with the option for wordless Mediterranean-flavoured textures that fit AB’s brand aesthetic.
- Instrumentation: soft guitars, mellow synth pads, brushed percussion, gentle beats, subtle basslines. No sharp edges, no experimental soundscapes, no fast transitions.
Psychology notes
- Warm, slow-flowing harmonies help reduce shopper tension as midday queues and foot traffic rise, keeping perception of crowding low.
- Soft rhythmic patterns provide a sense of forward motion without urgency, enabling shoppers to stay engaged while feeling comfortably unhurried.
- The overall sound is clean, balanced, and modern – creating a “cool quiet zone” that complements AB’s premium, organised in-store experience.
AB Greek Cocktail Party – Modern Mediterranean Evenings
Use:
17:00–21:00 across all formats (AB Supermarkets, AB Food Market, Shop & Go, ENA Cash & Carry).
Psychological goal
- Create a relaxed yet elegant early-evening atmosphere that cues “transition time” – the shift from daytime errands to slow, enjoyable browsing.
- Encourage shoppers to linger a little longer, discover new products, and feel inspired to plan dinner, gatherings, or small indulgences.
- Support premium basket growth by evoking the mood of a stylish Mediterranean aperitivo hour.
Musical profile
- Tempo: 95–120 BPM, with gentle rhythmic lift.
- Style: modern Mediterranean lounge, soft nu-disco, contemporary chill-house, acoustic/electronic hybrid grooves.
- Vocals: 70 percent vocal tracks – smooth, warm and inviting. Lyrics should be positive, sophisticated, and never intrusive.
- Language: a blend of English, international, and light Greek influences, including Mediterranean-flavoured instrumentals that signal locality without becoming traditional or nostalgic.
- Instrumentation: muted bass grooves, soft percussion, warm keys, light brass textures, and refined electronic elements. No heavy drops, EDM builds, or overly bright synthesizers.
Psychology notes
- Rhythmic but unhurried grooves subtly elevate mood and perceived product quality, supporting premium discovery in wine, deli, and fresh categories.
- A refined Mediterranean soundscape evokes social warmth and “evening enjoyment,” which helps shoppers mentally transition to hosting, cooking, and relaxation scenarios.
- The overall effect is elegant, modern, and gently uplifting – the sound of an effortless Greek evening beginning to unfold.