On November 21, Rolling Stone Magazine hosted the 2010 American Music Award (AMAs) VIP After Party at the grand opening of the Rolling Stone Restaurant & Lounge (RS | LA). Capturing the edgy-yet-elegant spirit of one of the world’s most iconic music magazines, Rolling Stone – a new restaurant and lounge concept – previewed its flagship at Hollywood & Highland by hosting the VIP after party for the American Music Awards (AMAs). Previewing the space through the official launch event planned for early 2011, Rolling Stone | Los Angeles (RS | LA) marks the first-ever licensing of the Rolling Stone name for an American restaurant.

I shot the Red Carpet arrivals at the party. Tons of celebrities made their way to the party after the awards ceremony. Jann S. Wenner was joined by Kid Rock, Ke$ha,  John Legend, Katy Perry & Russell Brand,  Matthew Morrison,  Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino, Kelly Osbourne, Jesse McCartney, Dave Navarro, Christina Milian, Avril Lavigne, Ray J, Brandy, Eric Benet, The Band Perry, Kelly Osbourne, Karina Smirnoff, Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds,  Brittany Snow,  Mike Posner, Bon Jovi, Jackson Browne,  David Cook, Omarion, Mena Suvari, and Tila Tequila.

The red carpet was full of photographers. I was in the second row but was still able to get shots. Of course, it was all about seeing Kid Rock for me but it was great to meet other local photographers and be at the Rolling Stone party.