 Largely a covers album, "Gangsters" features guest appearances from Sly Stone, El DeBarge, Red Hot Chili Peppers, RZA, Carlos Santana, gospel singer Kim Burrell and more.On September 10, 2009, George Clinton was awarded the Urban Icon Award from Broadcast Music Incorporated.The ceremony featured former P-Funk associate Bootsy Collins, as well contemporary performers such as Big Boi from Outkast and Cee-Lo Green from Goodie Mob.