Speed and sound: Lawson brings down the house in Austin!

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Promise made, promise kept! Liam Lawson said he’d perform on stage this weekend in Austin, and Thursday evening he did just that, much to the enjoyment of the local fans.

The Racing Bulls charger took to the stage at the Inn Cahoots for a killer set. Accompanied by several close friends, Lawson delivered a resounding success of a show, proving that his talents go way beyond the racetrack.

In doing so, the Kiwi driver officially made F1 history, becoming the very first driver to throw down a full concert and compete in a Grand Prix on the exact same weekend.

Most drivers spend Thursday night obsessing over telemetry, but Lawson preferred serenading a packed crowd and setting the ultimate vibe for Austin.

If his pace on track matches his rhythm on stage, the grid better watch out – because this weekend, Lawson is orchestrating the show!

Phillip van Osten

Motor racing was a backdrop from the outset in Phillip van Osten's life. Born in Southern California, Phillip grew up with the sights and sounds of fast cars thanks to his father, Dick van Osten, an editor and writer for Auto Speed and Sport and Motor Trend. Phillip's passion for racing grew even more when his family moved to Europe and he became acquainted with the extraordinary world of Grand Prix racing. He was an early contributor to the monthly French F1i Magazine, often providing a historic or business perspective on Formula 1's affairs. In 2012, he co-authored along with fellow journalist Pierre Van Vliet the English-language adaptation of a limited edition book devoted to the great Belgian driver Jacky Ickx. He also authored "The American Legacy in Formula 1", a book which recounts the trials and tribulations of American drivers in Grand Prix racing. Phillip is also a commentator for Belgian broadcaster Be.TV for the US Indycar series.