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The drinks are on him! Zayn Malik celebrates new record deal with a boys' night out in Los Angeles

By Joanna Crawley For Mailonline and Rebecca Davison for MailOnline

Published: 08:09 EST, 30 July 2015 | Updated: 12:17 EST, 30 July 2015

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He's just signed a major new deal with a top record label.

And there was really only one way for Zayn Malik to celebrate his big news on Wednesday, with the former One Direction star spotted hitting a top Los Angeles club for a boys' night out.

The 22-year-old headed to Warwick in Hollywood with a group of friends, hours after telling his 15million Twitter followers that he's signed a deal with RCA Records.

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Time to party: Zayn Malik celebrated signing his new record deal with a night out at Warwick in Hollywood on Wednesday

The singer looked in good spirits as he arrived at the celeb-favourite club, dressed down in black skinny jeans.

Zayn teamed his denims with a black and white shirt, flashing his extensive tattoo collection in the short-sleeved number.

A pair of black leather boots and a chunky gold watch finished off his look as he headed inside, followed by a group of friends.

Drinks are on him: The former One Direction star was joined by some friends for his LA celebrations

Casual: The 22-year-old was dressed down in black skinny jeans and a monochrome shirt for his night out

Finishing touches: Zayn added a chunky gold watch and black leather boots to his outfit which also showed off his tattoo collection

The singer was surrounded by cameras and a group of fans as he left the club a few hours later, with his security keeping a close eye on the popular star.

There was no sign of Zayn's fiancee Perrie Edwards, who has been busy promoting her band Little Mix's number one hit Black Magic in recent weeks.

Hours before his night out, Zayn posted a photograph of him signing his new deal with RCA, writing that he was happy to be doing his own thing from now on.

Putting pen to paper: Zayn posted a picture of himself signing his new record contract and posted it to Twitter on Wednesday night

He wrote: 'I guess I never explained why I left, it was for this moment to be given the opportunity to show you who i really am! #realmusic #RCA !! ... #REALME (sic).'

MailOnline has contacted a spokesperson for Zayn Malik and One Direction for comment.

It was recently revealed Zayn had been dropped from Simon Cowell's Syco record label, which he was under throughout his time in One Direction - he left the band in March.

Simon wished Zayn well after the signing and said on Twitter: 'We have been working on this for a while and I am pleased to say congratulations to @Zaynmalik on signing with @RCARecords.

Let me take a selfie? The singer was stopped by fans keen to take a snap with him as he left the club

Quick pic: The ex boybander stopped to take some photos after partying with his pals at the celeb-favourite club in LA

New start: The ex 1D star announced the big news on Wednesday that he had signed a new deal after leaving the band in March

Back in the spotlight: The Bradford-born star has been keeping a low profile recently but was back on the town as soon as his big news was revealed

Oh dear: The singer was not backwards in coming forwards as he slammed One Direction

'I believe they are the perfect label for @ZaynMalik’s solo career and I am sure whatever they release together will be special.'

A source recently told The Sun: 'It's a big move for Simon because Zayn could have a very successful solo career but his priority absolutely remains the band and this is a big statement on his part.

'Simon has set up a deal that suits Zayn and One Direction. Zayn will stay in the Sony family under a different label and it's totally with Simon Cowell's blessing.

Showing his support: Simon Cowell has wished Zayn Malik well after he signed to RCA Records on Wednesday, saying: 'I am sure whatever they release together will be special'

All good: The media mogul is more than happy that Zayn has flown the One Direction nest

'It was just felt to be a bit difficult to have 1D and Zayn on the same label - and everyone felt it was better for him to be somewhere different.

'Since leaving the band, Zayn has changed management and lawyers so it would kind of make sense for him to work with a new label team.'

It's been a rocky six months for the world's biggest boy band, but despite their differences, bandmates old and new came together to mark One Direction's fifth anniversary on Thursday.

Making amends: Zayn recently responded to a Tweet by Liam Payne thanking his bandmates old and new for the memories on One Direction's fifth anniversary but will his latest words cause tension?

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Liam Payne was first to take to Twitter to pay tribute to the group five years after they were put together on The X Factor.

He wrote: 'Wowwwww 5 years 5 boys what an amazing journey I couldn't thank you all ever enough and thank you Louis Niall Harry and zayn for everything.

'Thanks for all the memories boys I love you all.'

Still pals: While Niall and Harry were also quick to celebrate the milestone on social media, it was only Liam who got a response from Zayn

While Niall and Harry were also quick to celebrate the milestone on social media, it was only Liam who got a response from a blast from the past - Zayn.

The Bradford-born singer replied: 'Thanks bro,' followed by a smiley face and a kiss.

Zayn walked away from the band after insisting he wanted to be a 'normal 22-year-old', only to baffle fans by starting work on solo material.

He said at the time: 'My life with One Direction has been more than I could ever have imagined. But, after five years, I feel like it is now the right time for me to leave the band. I'd like to apologise to the fans if I've let anyone down, but I have to do what feels right in my heart.

'I am leaving because I want to be a normal 22-year-old who is able to relax and have some private time out of the spotlight. I know I have four friends for life in Louis, Liam, Harry and Niall. I know they will continue to be the best band in the world.'

Meanwhile, he has been involved in a Twitter spat with Louis Tomlinson, who has also brought a scandal to the band's door after it emerged he is reportedly expecting a child with stylist Briana Jungwirth after a brief fling.

While Louis continued his Twitter sabbatical since the news broke, Harry and Niall reached out to their fans to thank them for their support.

Quit: Zayn walked away from the band after insisting he wanted to be a 'normal 22-year-old', only to baffle fans by starting work on solo material

Time flies: The boyband were formed on the 2010 series of The X Factor by Simon Cowell

Harry wrote: 'We have been a band for five years. And it is impossible to thank anyone enough for all the support they have given us over this time.

'All the crew that we have been so lucky to work with, and everyone who is behind the scenes. We thank you for everything that you do.

'To you who support us, in any way, thank you. We wouldn't be here without you. You did this and we thank you for having us. All the love.'

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Support: Harry and Niall also tweeted fans to thank them for making them the biggest boy band in the world over the last five years

Niall added: '5 years , literally sittin [sic] down talking about last night. Insane! I remember the day we were out together like it was yesterday!

'Thank you so much for what you've done for us so far, what an incredible journey it's been , wish we could thank you all.

'Thanks to the boys too, we've seen and done some incredible things together, love you all!'

Scandal: Louis remained quiet on social media as he continue to deal with the speculation surrounding reports he is expecting his first child with stylist Briana Jungwirth after a brief fling

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