Run the Jewels share ‘Meow The Jewels: A Short Paw-cumentary’

One month on from releasing their ‘Meow the Jewels’ record, Run the Jewels have shared ‘A Short Paw-cumentary’, documenting the process of how they made the album.

In a short clip, El-P and Killer Mike describe how a joke spiralled out of control, eventually becoming a huge fundraising initiative for charity. They give details on exactly how the profits were distributed, including to the families of Eric Garner and Michael Brown. On their Kickstarter page, they say: “We were ultimately able to speak directly with both families so that we could ensure the money went exactly where they wanted it to. Thank you to the people at GOOD Magazine, Black Lives Matter, Erica Garner, Damon Turner and Benjamin Crump for helping us through the process. Both families are extremely thankful for your contributions. For us, this is the essential function of MTJ. Together we have pooled our resources and did something kind for people in need.”

They added that ‘Meow the Jewels’ impact is still happening right now. “We are trying to determine where the rest of the profit will go once it rolls in, but our idea is to try and set up some sort of scholarship fund for the children of victims of police brutality. If that doesn’t prove possible, we will pick from one of the many great and established charities out there to give the dough to.”