Author: Jim Juniper

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Music

How Operators Carry Holiday Momentum Into Q1 (Without Rebuilding Their Playbook)

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Sports

The 2026 Events Calendar: Key Moments to Plan Your Music and Screens Around

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Music

Top Hospitality Trends for 2026

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Food for thought

What Control Play Readers Read Most This Year

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Music

Turn Holiday Parties Into Year-Round Business

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Playlists

Stop the Playlist Loop and Switch to Curated Music Built for Venues

Halloween Party

Music

What Halloween Said About Your Year-Round Music Strategy

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Tips

How Multi-Venue Brands Keep Energy Consistent Across Hundreds of Locations

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Food for thought

Hybrid Hospitality: Great at Home, Unmissable In Person