The recently held Monkey Shoulder’s Made for Mixing Press Play Concert was a party like no other with a fusion of Artificial intelligence, light and sound.

The renowned whisky brand held the first ever AI performance concert carefully curated to create a playful and fun atmosphere that had guests feeling like they were in a whole new world.

The star-studded lineup of performers did not disappoint, as Dbanj, Fave, Young Jonn, Crayon, DJ Obi, DJ Baggio, Maze X Mxtreme, and a host of others brought the house down with their electrifying performances.

On Monday, April 24th, the premium blended malt scotch whisky brand collaborated with renowned VJ Adams to create an immersive experience of Playful Escapism.

From Gamers to fire breathers, to incredible performances from some of your favorites, Monkey Shoulder’s Made for Mixing Press Play Concert was an unforgettable event!.

From the vibrant decor bursting with warm orange tones, to the lively backgrounds that perfectly captured the brand’s adventurous spirit, everything was designed to make attendees let their hair down and and enjoy the festivities.

The event was a grand celebration of entertainment, bringing together gaming enthusiasts and fun seekers from all across Lagos.

Undoubtedly, one of the standout moments from the event was the mesmerizing fire show performance that left the audience spellbound. The highly skilled performers put on an impressive display, showcasing their mastery as they expertly maneuvered hoops of fire with apparent ease.

The energy and excitement at the event were palpable as guests watched in awe, captivated by the dazzling display of acrobatics.

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The performers’ precision and control were nothing short of remarkable, and the sheer spectacle of it all was truly breathtaking. The energy was electric, and the atmosphere was alive and bursting with excitement as guests soaked in the event’s vibrant and playful vibes

Top celebrities, fun enthusiasts, and whisky lovers enjoyed a night of entertainment overlooking the sea at Sol by Box Mall, Oniru Lagos. The event featured exclusive musical performances, DJ mixes, fun and competitive games, pole dancers, fire-show performers, and lots more. Some of the A-list influencers and celebrities who were in attendance included Alex Asogwa, Uti Nwachukwu, Liquorose, Kiekie, Praiz, amongst others.

The dance competition that took place during the event was truly remarkable. As the competition heated up, tension was heightened, with the audience eagerly rooting for their favorite dancers. In the end, the winner was announced, and the crowd erupted in cheers as the lucky dancer Elizabeth was awarded the sum of N250,000 (Two hundred and Fifty Thousand Naira).

Another interesting highlight from the event among other numerous activities that took place were the fiercely competitive video games that captivated the attendees.

The room was alive with energy as players battled it out, each determined to be crowned the ultimate winner. The stakes were high, with a range of amazing prizes up for grabs, including the top prize of a jaw-dropping one million naira! It was a thrilling sight to see, as the deserving winner – Ikenna was announced, and the crowd erupted in cheers and applause.

The event was truly an unforgettable experience, one that showcased the power of gaming to bring people together.

Monkey Shoulder’s dedication to the unusual was evident throughout the event. The brand’s eye-catching bottle, unusual name, and fun attitude makes it stand out.

This premium Scotch is a 100 percent blended malt whisky crafted from a variety of Speyside single malts blended together to produce an excellent flavor. It is refreshingly approachable and perfectly suited for mixing, and should be enjoyed responsibly by people over the age of 18 years.

The Made for Mixing Press Play Concert was an absolute game changer, leaving guests with lasting impressions from the event.

Ifeoma Okeke-Korieocha is the Aviation Correspondent at BusinessDay Media Limited, publishers of BusinessDay Newspapers. She is also the Deputy Editor, BusinessDay Weekender Magazine, the Saturday Weekend edition of BusinessDay. She holds a BSC in Mass Communication from the prestigious University of Nigeria, Nsukka and a Masters degree in Marketing at the University of Lagos. As the lead writer on the aviation desk, Ifeoma is responsible and in charge of the three weekly aviation and travel pages in BusinessDay and BDSunday. She also overseas and edits all pages of BusinessDay Saturday Weekender. She has written various investigative, features and news stories in aviation and business related issues and has been severally nominated for award in the category of Aviation Writer of the Year by the Nigeria Media Nite-Out awards; one of the Nigeria’s most prestigious media awards ceremonies. Ifeoma is a one-time winner of the prestigious Nigeria Media Merit Award under the 'Aviation Writer of the Year' Category. She is the 2025 Eloy Award winner under the Print Media Journalist category. She has undergone several journalism trainings by various prestigious organisations. Ifeoma is also a fellow of the Female Reporters Leadership Fellowship of the Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism.

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