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
Big Sean gave partygoers an exclusive sneak peek of tracks from his new album, I Decided.
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Nas Performs a Set
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’
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
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
Taboo star Tom Hardy finding his groove.
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Odell Beckham Jr. of New York Giants
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
Former Entourage star Adrian Grenier walks the red carpet.
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NFL Players Ezekiel Elliot and Victor Cruz
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’
'Black-ish' star Anthony Anderson attends the Rolling Stone Live Houston event.
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Nas Performs Classics
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
Ready or not, Houston, Busta Rhymes in the house.
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Olivia Culpo
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
Rashad Jennings (right), running back for the New York Giants, attends Rolling Stone Live: Houston with a friend.
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Diplo
Whether famous or not, everyone in the crowd danced to Diplo's undulating grooves.
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Nas With Artist Gregory Siff
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
Mercedes-Benz offered a creative diversion from the party's musical performances.
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Charity Photo Auction
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
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
Rapper Big Sean before he takes the stage at Rolling Stone Live: Houston
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DJ Cassidy
World-renowned DJ Cassidy gets the party started.
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Alyssa Milano
Alyssa Milano strikes a pose in front of the Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 S Coupe.
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Big Sean in Neon
Big Sean had the "Moves" inside the Budweiser #ThisBudsForYou neon lights photo activation.
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Gordon Ramsey
Celebrity chef and restaurateur Gordon Ramsey stops by the Big Game weekend bash.
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Custom Merchandise
Budweiser provided custom merchandise for VIP guests, including signature red bomber jackets, vintage T-shirts and more.
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Cupcake Mosaic
Baked by Melissa created a custom Rolling Stone mosaic of bite-sized cupcakes in the shape of the 'RS' logo.