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  • Inside the luxury after-party that followed Adekunle Gold’s National Theatre milestone

    Inside the luxury after-party that followed Adekunle Gold’s National Theatre milestone

    According to BellaNaija, The Macallan hosted an exclusive rooftop after-party after Adekunle Gold’s landmark concert at the newly renovated National Theatre (now the Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and the Creative Arts).

    The feature describes a black-tie Lagos night—DJs, hypemen, and a curated guest list of creatives and tastemakers—built around a premium brand partnership that’s becoming more common in Afrobeats live events.

    The broader storyline is the venue itself: big shows returning to the National Theatre ecosystem, with artists positioning performances as cultural moments, not just concerts.

    • PUNCH reports the concert “sold out within just five days of announcement,” underscoring the scale of the moment. (PUNCH — website)
    • The Macallan’s Instagram reel says it “created the perfect conditions for celebration” following the concert. (The Macallan — Instagram)

    Echotitbits take: This is the blueprint for 2026: brands + culture + premium storytelling. Watch whether more legacy venues and corporate partners chase similar ‘heritage’ collaborations—and whether fans reward experiences that feel elevated (or reject anything that looks too sponsored).

    Source: BellaNaija — January 10, 2026 — https://www.bellanaija.com/2026/01/themacallan-adekunlegold-concert/

    BellaNaija 2026-01-10

    Photo Credit: The Macallan / BellaNaija

  • Megan Thee Stallion teams up with Dunkin as ‘Protein Milk’ meets pop culture marketing

    Megan Thee Stallion teams up with Dunkin as ‘Protein Milk’ meets pop culture marketing

    According to Billboard, Megan Thee Stallion is fronting a Dunkin campaign tied to the brand’s Protein Milk and a new “Dunk N’ Pump” drink push.

    The move extends the trend of celebrity-powered menu marketing designed for social sharing and short-form video culture.

    Independent checks:

    • Dunkin (Press/Brand announcement): “teams up with Megan Thee Stallion” — https://news.dunkindonuts.com/
    • People: “partnering with Dunkin…” — https://people.com/

    This is branding built for 2026: fitness-coded language, meme-ready naming, and a star who thrives on catchphrases. Watch for TikTok challenge waves and competitor chains launching copycat ‘protein’ drinks to steal attention.

    Source: Billboard — 2026-01-07 — https://www.billboard.com/music/rb-hip-hop/megan-thee-stallion-jane-fonda-era-dunkin-ad-1236150283/

    Source: Billboard 2026-01-07

    Photo Credit: Billboard

  • Detroit Pistons expand Big Sean partnership into wider ‘creative collaboration’

    Detroit Pistons expand Big Sean partnership into wider ‘creative collaboration’

    Photo credit: ClickOnDetroit

    2025-12-21 20:00:00

    In an update published by ClickOnDetroit, Big Sean and the Detroit Pistons are expanding their relationship into a broader creative partnership tied to retail, fan engagement, and upcoming NBA calendar moments.

    The report notes the partnership will reveal more details, including projects linked to NBA All-Star Weekend and 313 Day, keeping Detroit identity at the center of the rollout.

    This is a clean example of modern “sports x music” branding: teams now treat creative direction as a real product channel, not a side cameo.

    The Pistons’ Instagram said “Selected creatives will get a direct prompt from Big Sean,” while Roc Nation’s note described him as the “Creative Director of Innovation.”

    Echotitbits take: Watch whether this becomes tangible product drops and community programs—or just branding language. The credibility test is execution: designs, events, and measurable local creative participation.

    Source: ClickOnDetroit — Dec 21, 2025 — https://www.clickondetroit.com/news/local/2025/12/21/big-sean-expands-role-with-pistons-launching-global-creative-collaboration/