Dapper Live announces “Trench Symphony” this December, featuring TML Vibez, T.I Blaze, KS1 Malaika, Osupa & more write something on this

 

This December, the streets are heading to the symphony in a way Lagos has never seen before. Dapper Live, a subsidiary of the Dapper Group, has officially announced the second edition of “Trench Symphony,” a groundbreaking concert that bridges the gap between raw street energy and orchestral elegance.

​Scheduled for December 16, 2025, at the Balmoral Eko Convention Centre in Victoria Island, this event is set to be a standout highlight of the "Detty December" calendar.

​The Concept: Street Meets Symphony

​Trench Symphony isn't your average concert. It is a "cultural experiment" that takes the vibrant sounds of the trenches—Fuji, Afrobeats, and Street-pop—and reimagines them through a full live orchestra. Imagine the heavy percussion of Fuji and the rhythmic bounce of Afrobeats elevated by soaring violins and brass sections.

​The Star-Studded Lineup

​Dapper Live has curated a bridge between the legends of the past and the stars of the future:

• ​The Legends: Fuji icons King Saheed Osupa and KS1 Malaika will headline the night, bringing a classical depth to their indigenous sounds.
• ​The New Wave: Street-pop sensations like TML Vibez, T.I Blaze, Bhad Boi OML, and Rybeena will perform their hits in this entirely new, orchestral soundscape.
• ​Global Flavors: The lineup also includes talented acts like Lasmid, Kashcoming, Cazulee, and Dwillsharmony.

​Why It Matters

​According to Damilola "Dapper" Akinwunmi, the CEO of Dapper Group, Trench Symphony was created to "redefine live music experiences in Nigeria." By placing street music in a high-art setting like an orchestra, the event validates the cultural weight of "trench" music and offers fans a sophisticated way to enjoy the songs they love.

​Ticket Details

​If you're looking to experience this fusion of tradition and innovation, tickets are already moving fast.

• ​Regular: ₦25,000
• ​VIP: ₦50,000
• ​Tables: Ranging from ₦500,000 (Gold) to ₦1,000,000 (Platinum).

​Your Voice: Which Fuji or Afrobeats song do you think would sound most "epic" with a full 30-piece orchestra behind it? Let’s hear your picks in the comments!