Music On Hold

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This is a review of a recent CX Today video interview with Nuri Gocay, Director of Platform Architecture for Zendesk Contact Center, who argues that hold music is dead. We feel this is unfair, inaccurate, and dismissive, and in this blog article we prove it.


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Easy On Hold | Blog - Caution Sign: Hype Ahead

Tim Brown


Music and weather on hold and in your space is now available from Easy On Hold®. AccuWeather® On Hold and Overhead.


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Easy On Hold | Blog - music and weather on hold title image

Tim Brown


Caller expectations are changing faster than ever. In 2026, more callers will reach out only after exhausting every self-service option available. That means when the phone rings, you’re no longer dealing with casual inquiries—you’re engaging with customers who want answers now and who expect to be understood immediately.


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Easy On Hold | Blog - Depiction of phone caller experiences using silhouoettes of people on phones

Tim Brown


There’s something magical about Christmas music. The instant warmth. The nostalgia. The way a familiar melody brings comfort and joy—especially during the busy holiday season when callers need reassurance, patience, and a positive experience.


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Easy On Hold | Blog - Cover Tunes by Easy On Hold Christmas Music On Hold

Tim Brown


When customers call, do they hear the same old common hold music they’ve heard practically everywhere else? Here's a look at why you should consider replacing generic music with streaming, scheduled, and voice-integrated audio.


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Easy On Hold | Blog - People dancing joyfully under disco lights, representing just a portion of the benefits of great common hold music.

Nick Byrne


If you haven’t updated your call waiting music for business recently, use these five ways to improve it and keep it fresh.


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Easy On Hold | Blog - Illustration of a caller listening to on-hold music for business that has been refreshed and refined for a better experience.

Nick Byrne