Abu Dhabi: On the track it's all eyes on the drivers, off it the attention has been turned to Flash Forum, Yas Island's newest home of music.
For four nights the 2,400-capacity venue at Yas Hotel has been taken over by the brains behind Beirut's Skybar — now a world-famous music institution — hosting a stellar line-up of international artists.
The first on Thursday saw Sean Paul, Ferry Corston, Fatman Scoop and Adam Clay take to the stage providing entertainment from 11pm until late.
Couches and split levels break the bar into a dance floor and more intimate social areas meaning something for everyone.
Guests dressed to impress and the music didn't disappoint. Sean Paul, who also performed at free concert, Beats on the Beach earlier in the evening, was in extremely high spirits having promised fans two high-energy shows.
Last night, Skybar at Flash Forum hosted Basement Jaxx, Kelis, Tinie Tempah and Rudy while the talented (ego aside) Kanye West took to the stage at Yas Arena for the first of three Formula One mega concerts.
Linkin Park will do the same tonight (Sat) with Purple Rain legend Prince headlining on Sunday after the big race.