November 27th, 2024
Happy Thanksgiving from
What's In-Store Music
Tomorrow is Thanksgiving, a time for families to come together from far and wide, sit around a table, and enjoy each other's company while giving thanks. What's In-Store Music would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge some folks we are thankful for, who helped make 2024 a success. A big thanks goes out to Steve Zanardi at Spectrio for his tireless energy, handling everything we bring to him, with calm and patience, even under the most stress-filled circumstances. Thank you to Shawn Cash, at Rockbot, who plays an integral role in helping us bring you the Walmart and Sam's Club Radio takeovers, the Planet Fitness program and a lot more. Thank you to Joel Denver for his friendship and guidance. You'll remember Joel as the founder and owner of All Access, the #1 Information Destination For Radio for 28 years, and the official home of The What's In-Store Music Charts. I'd like to thank Codi Quick, owner of Quick Business Resolutions, and Julia Loucks for keeping us on our toes and organized. To Raymond, Kristine, and Samual Relojo, we couldn't do this without you. To Brian Esquivel, thank you so much for posting our charts each week on All Access. We'd like to thank all the labels, management companies, and strategic partners for entrusting us with all your In-Store music marketing needs. I am forever grateful for your continued support. Thank you so much to the artists both new and returning for creating such wonderful music, enjoyed by millions of people every day across the country. Last, but not least, I'd like to thank my partner in business and in life, Monica Emerson, who continues to put up with me year after year.
We want to wish you all a Happy Thanksgiving from the bottom of our hearts.
Scott, What's In-Store Music
The Walmart and Sam's Club Radio
Holiday Takeover Schedule
What's In-Store Music is pleased to announce this year's Walmart and Sam's Club Radio Takeover holiday schedule. There will be three takeovers in the month of December featuring TRAIN, Trans-Siberian Orchestra, and last but certainly not least, Dolly Parton! Tune in on the dates listed below to hear each of them recount holiday memories, share with you their favorite Christmas songs, along with playing a few of their own. Each takeover will be played four times on the day of the broadcast, Midnight, 6 AM, Noon, and 6 PM, (Central Time), and can be heard overhead in every single Walmart and Sam's Club, or on Walmartworld.com.
Happy holidays from Walmart and Sam's Club Radio and What's In-Store Music.
The Walmart and Sam's Club Radio, holiday class of 2024:
Train
Saturday, December 7th
Trans-Siberian Orchestra
Saturday, December 21st
Dolly Parton
Monday, December 23rd
Cowabunga Dude!
WAR Is Playing The Macy's Parade!
WAR is helming the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles float at this year's The 98th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, which airs nationwide in the U.S. on NBC and Peacock (streaming), on Thursday, November 28, 2024.
They will be playing hits from their catalog including their new holiday classic "(Yes It's) Christmas", along with a live performance of "Why Can't We Be Friends?", for a crowd of over 3.5 million live spectators who will be lining the NYC Parade route on Thanksgiving morning (and millions more watching the Parade from home!).
To follow and participate in the excitement, be sure to follow @wartheband and check out @macys on various social platforms or follow along with the hashtag #MacysParade.
Be sure to listen for WAR- "(Yes It's) Christmas" playing overhead in retailers everywhere this holiday season. Happy Thanksgiving!!!
Newly Added to The What's In-Store Music: Holiday Edition Spotify Playlist
Freya Skye
"Winter Dream"
Melinda Lindner
"Come On A Sleigh Ride"
David Kushner
"Darkerside"
On Virgin Music Group
Newly Added to The What's In-Store Music Spotify Playlist
James Robert Webb
"Lost In Vega$"
Culture Wars
"Heaven"
What's In-Store Music Artists have been heard in these fine locations!
almost monday
"Jupiter"
What's In-Store Music has added a new Spotify playlist called What's In-Store Music Hits The Gym. It features the fantastic artists and songs placed in the Planet Fitness program. Please enjoy responsibly.
Don't Believe In Ghosts
"Brooklyn Baby"
"'Brooklyn Baby' is for anyone who's ever taken a leap into the unknown or dreams of doing it. I was inspired to write this song by people I've known who left everything behind to move to New York City, chasing a dream with nothing but hope and determination. Working on this with my good friend and Grammy-winning producer Ken Lewis, who just won a Grammy for his work with Taylor Swift, was an incredible experience. Ken's background with artists like X Ambassadors and FUN helped us bring out the energy and emotion of the song, capturing that mix of excitement and uncertainty that comes with starting fresh. In his studio, we worked to create a sound that's both anthemic and intimate, using upbeat rhythms and lyrics that reflect the thrill of the journey. For me, 'Brooklyn Baby' isn't just about New York; it's an anthem for everyone who's brave enough to make that jump."
- Don't Believe In Ghosts
Submit Your High Energy Top40, Dance, EDM, Alternative, or Latin Dance Song
Here For The Planet Fitness Playlist!
Added at Planet Fitness
MkX
"WANT U BAD"
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On The Move
Keep an ear out for this terrific song playing overhead in stores everywhere.
Auli'i Cravalho and Te Vaka
"Beyond"
Drew Holcomb & the Neighbors ft. Vince Gill
"Green Light"
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Video of the Week:
Emilia Vaughn
"Draw On My Jeans"
ANA SKY
"LOVING YOU IS HARD"
On 2080 Productions
Out & About with for King & Country
This week's Out & About highlights What's In-Store Music artist for King & Country as they bring holiday magic to the big screen with A Drummer Boy Christmas Live: The Cinematic Concert Experience. Catch this spectacular event in theaters for five nights only—December 5–9th! Don’t miss the chance to experience their dynamic, cinematic performance that’s sure to get you in the holiday spirit.
Have a great week,
Scott Emerson