The exact details behind this video are as sketchy as the promoters. But according to Nelly he was only paid for an appearance while the party was promoted as a concert. Theres always two sides to every story, but this type of thing has most definitely become a trend in the Ville.

A lil sample of what goes down on Derby

What: the ULTIMATE COLLEGE DERBY-EVE BASH

When: May 1, 2009

Where: Harlows Bar and Grill

Notes: 18&OVER DOORS OPEN AT 10:30 UNTIL 6AM!!!!!!

What: Recession Proof Derby Kick Off

When: Thursday, April 30th, 2009

Where: Comedy Caravan, 1250 Bardstown Rd Louisville, KY

Notes: Doors open @ 10pm, $10 before 11:30pm, DJ Que on the 1s and 2s (No Ball caps, plain tees, or sneakers)

Who: Bacardi USA and The Briar Rose Estate/ Adidas/ J Dubb Ent

What: Bowl For the Roses Celebrity Charity Event

When: Thursday, April 30th, 2009

Where: The Downtown Sports and Social Club @ 4th Street Live (Formerly Lucky Strike Lanes)

Notes: Hosted by One of the TOP Jockey’s in the World Robby Albarado, Atlanta Falcons QB and Former UL Star Chris Redman, and Nightlife Impresario Joey “J-Dub” Wagner. Red Carpet @ 7:30pm/ Bowling Starts @ 8pm/Tickets: Presale $100, $150 @ the Door/ (4) VIP Booths Available for $1,000 and this will guarantee you seating. This will also include all of your drinks from sponsors and include (6) tickets/ Lanes cost $3000/ DJ K- Dogg on 1s and 2s

Who: Access Celebrity Soul

What: Celebrity Soul Soiree

When: Thursday, April 30th, 2009

Where: Riverbend Winery, 120 South 10th Street, Louisville, KY

Notes: Doors open @ 10pm/ $15 general admission, $25 VIP/ Hosted by JC White/ VIP tickets are required for 1st level access as this is the Celebrity Mixer/ Visit www.accesscelebritysoul.com or City Styles Soul Lounge @ 124 W Main St for tickets

Who: Diverse Louisville

What: Celebrity Thursday Throwdown

When: Thursday, April 30th, 2009

Where: Improv Comedy Club, 441 South 4th Street, Louisville, KY 40202

Notes: Doors open @ 10pm, VIP Table Reservations: (502)472-8444, Tickets: (502)581-1332, DJ E Feezy/ DJ Fluid on the 1s and 2s, Valet Parking

What: Celebrity Derby TEEN Bash

When: Thursday, April 30th, 2009

Where: The Oasis, 1506 Lakeshore Court, Louisville, Ky

Notes: 18 & UNDER, Door, open @ 8pm, $10 admission, party ends @ Midnight

Who: PlayasVille Ent

What: After The Parade TEEN Bash

When: Thursday, April 30th, 2009

Where: Villa Fontana, 4th & Broadway, Louisville, KY

Notes: 18& UNDER bash Doors open @ 9pm, Ladies 2for1 Until 9:30pm

Who: DJ LC Ent

What: Parade TEEN After Party

When: Thursday April 30th, 2009

Where: Salvation Army Male Campus, 911 South Brook Street Louisville, KY

Notes: Doors open @ 9pm/First 50 ladies $1 admission/ DJ Lil Carl

What: We Like Her Wednesdays Derby Edition

When: TODAY!

Where: Petrus Niteclub 116 East Main Street Louisville, KY

Notes: 18+, Doors open @ 10pm, EVERYONE FREE TILL 12!!!!

When: April 23rd – 25th

Where: Various Locations

What: The Great Balloon Fest is a series of five Kentucky Derby Festival ballooning events – the Great Balloon Tour, the Great Balloon Glimmer, the Great Balloon Rush-Hour Race, The Great Balloon Glow, and the Great Balloon Race.

When: April 23rd – May 6th

Where: Waterfront Park Great Lawn

Time:Open Daily 11 AM – 11 PM. Sunday 12 PM – 11 PM.

Admission:Pegasus Pin

What: The Kroger Fest-a-Ville on the Waterfront showcases a different event every night, including concerts, bingo, and movies.

When: April 23rd – May 1st

Where: Waterfront Park

Time: Daily 11 AM – 11 PM, Sunday 12 – 11 PM, Derby Eve 11 AM – 1 AM

Admission: 2009 Pegasus Pin

What: A Derby tradition, the Chow Wagon is one of the best places to go during the Derby Festival for great food and live music.

What: Saturday Night Main Event

When: Saturday April 25, 2009

Where: Villa Fontana 650 south 4th Street Louisville, KY

Notes: Doors open @ 9pm $5 admission until 9:30pm

Who: New Era Ent.

What: Let’s Get it Pre Derby Party

When: Saturday April 25, 2009

Where: Asiatique 1767 Bardstown Rd, Louisville, KY

Notes: 21+, Doors open @ 11pm DJ Fluid on the ones and twos

Who: Big Don & MJ Ent

What: I got Five On It Pre Derby Jump Off

When: Saturday April 25, 2009

Where: Icebreakers 252 East MArket Street Louisville, KY