If you've ever shopped at Aldi, you may have noticed that it's much quieter than most grocery stores. That's because Aldi doesn't play music in its stores. Now the discount store has revealed why it doesn’t play music, after scores of shoppers flooded Internet forums seeking answers. The supermarket chain said its decision is aimed at keeping costs low for customers. By not having to pay to license music, the savings can be passed on to shoppers. An average music licensing fee can cost anywhere from $250 to $2,000, depending on the size and number of locations. There are also different types of music licenses and agreements. The German supermarket is well-known for its bargain-basement discounts, and has implemented a series of other practices to help offset its low-cost deals. Among these is its shopping cart rental policy that costs shoppers 25¢. The deposit ultimately saves customers money because Aldi doesn’t have to hire extra staff to collect grocery carts.
