See Diplo, Nas, Big Sean, DJ Cassidy at Rolling Stone Big Game Night Party
As the players and fans prepared for the biggest sporting event in the United States the following Sunday, Rolling Stone hosted – in partnership with Talent Resources Sports – one of the most highly anticipated parties of the year, Rolling Stone Live: Houston, presented by Budweiser and Mercedes-Benz.
Hip-hop legend Nas performed hits “I Can” and “Made You Look” following an unforgettable set by Big Sean, who gave partygoers an exclusive sneak peek at his new album, I Decided. But Diplo ended up stealing the show after going on for his set around 1 a.m., with surprise guest Busta Rhymes bringing the crowd to its feet. See photos from the event and an exclusive video of highlights of the party.
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Big Sean Performs ‘I Decided’ Tracks
Image Credit: Koury Angelo for Rolling Stone Big Sean gave partygoers an exclusive sneak peek of tracks from his new album, I Decided.
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Nas Performs a Set
Image Credit: Koury Angelo for Rolling Stone Nas brought the crowd to its feet with classics like "Hate Me Now (Stop)," One Mic," "Made You Look" and more.
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Diplo: ‘We’re Going to Turn This Into a Party’
Image Credit: Koury Angelo for Rolling Stone Electronic dance music superstar Diplo took over around 1 a.m. and amped up the party vibe.
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Busta Rhymes’ Surprise Performance
Image Credit: Koury Angelo for Rolling Stone Busta Rhymes surprised guests with a performance during Diplo's set, bringing back hits like "Break Ya Neck" and "Look at Me Now."
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Tom Hardy
Image Credit: Getty Taboo star Tom Hardy finding his groove.
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Odell Beckham Jr. of New York Giants
Image Credit: Koury Angelo for Rolling Stone New York Giants' wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. and a friend at at the Rolling Stone Live: Houston party presented by Budweiser and Mercedes-Benz on February 4th, 2017 in Houston, Texas.
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Actor Adrian Grenier
Image Credit: Koury Angelo for Rolling Stone Former Entourage star Adrian Grenier walks the red carpet.
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NFL Players Ezekiel Elliot and Victor Cruz
Image Credit: Getty Dallas Cowboys' running back Ezekiel Elliot and Victor Cruz, wide receiver for the New York Giants, showing off their fashionable duds.
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Actor Anthony Anderson, Star of ‘Black-ish’
Image Credit: Koury Angelo for Rolling Stone 'Black-ish' star Anthony Anderson attends the Rolling Stone Live Houston event.
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Nas Performs Classics
Image Credit: Koury Angelo for Rolling Stone Nas offered a set of his classics – even name-checking Houston hip-hop hero Willie D of the Geto Boys, who was also in attendance.
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Busta Rhymes, Front and Center
Image Credit: Koury Angelo for Rolling Stone Ready or not, Houston, Busta Rhymes in the house.
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Olivia Culpo
Image Credit: Koury Angelo for Rolling Stone Actress Olivia Culpo, who's dating Patriots wide receiver Danny Amendola, on the red carpet before watching the big game on Sunday.
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New York Giants’ Rashad Jennings
Image Credit: Koury Angelo for Rolling Stone Rashad Jennings (right), running back for the New York Giants, attends Rolling Stone Live: Houston with a friend.
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Diplo
Image Credit: Koury Angelo for Rolling Stone Whether famous or not, everyone in the crowd danced to Diplo's undulating grooves.
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Nas With Artist Gregory Siff
Image Credit: Koury Angelo for Rolling Stone Nas worked with artist Gregory Siff to create a design that was projection mapped onto an all-new 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT.
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Custom Car Design
Image Credit: Koury Angelo for Rolling Stone Mercedes-Benz offered a creative diversion from the party's musical performances.
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Charity Photo Auction
Image Credit: Koury Angelo for Rolling Stone Photo of Beatles sign was included in a silent auction hosted by the Legends Group that featured music memorabilia guests could place bids on with proceeds going to Musicians on Call and TJ Martell Foundation.
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Diplo With the Crowd
Image Credit: Koury Angelo for Rolling Stone EDM star Diplo fires up the crowd at Houston's Museum of Fine Arts.
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Big Sean Before He Takes the Stage
Image Credit: Koury Angelo for Rolling Stone Rapper Big Sean before he takes the stage at Rolling Stone Live: Houston
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DJ Cassidy
Image Credit: Koury Angelo for Rolling Stone World-renowned DJ Cassidy gets the party started.
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Alyssa Milano
Image Credit: Koury Angelo for Rolling Stone Alyssa Milano strikes a pose in front of the Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 S Coupe.
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Big Sean in Neon
Image Credit: Koury Angelo for Rolling Stone Big Sean had the "Moves" inside the Budweiser #ThisBudsForYou neon lights photo activation.
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Gordon Ramsey
Image Credit: Koury Angelo for Rolling Stone Celebrity chef and restaurateur Gordon Ramsey stops by the Big Game weekend bash.
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Custom Merchandise
Image Credit: Koury Angelo for Rolling Stone Budweiser provided custom merchandise for VIP guests, including signature red bomber jackets, vintage T-shirts and more.
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Cupcake Mosaic
Image Credit: Koury Angelo for Rolling Stone Baked by Melissa created a custom Rolling Stone mosaic of bite-sized cupcakes in the shape of the 'RS' logo.
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