De La Soul

The 2007 JAM Awards Premieres Tuesday February 26th 9PM ET & 6PM PT +++ Only on Current. +++ The JAM awards were held on November 29th at the Hammerstein Ballroom in NYC. They were the first awards in the hip-hop community to recognize social responsibility. The event honored the late Jam Master Jay s life (RUN DMC) and legacy and his efforts to promote social Justice, Arts and Music (J.A.M.) worldwide (awards were given in each of these categories) . Current Television partnered with the creators of the JAM awards and the JMJ foundation in order to provide in depth coverage of the event. Several artists who performed also provided in depth interviews that highlighted positivity in the hip-hop community, the importance of giving back, and support of Jam Master Jay s legacy. Raekwon (of the Wu Tang Clan), Dead Prez, Jim Jones, LL Cool J, De La Soul, Mobb Deep, EPMD, Dj Kool Herc, DMC, Papoose, Russell Simmons and several others are all featured in behind stage interviews. This is not your standard Awards show coverage. It is a blend of hip-hop history documentary, stellar award show performance, and a showcase of the biggest names in the business supporting a hip hop pioneers legacy.

Gorillaz perform Feel Good Inc. ft De La Soul live at Manchester Opera House.