VH1, Palladia to Simulcast 2014 Philly 4th of July Jam

VH1 and Palladia will once again simulcast the Philly 4th of July Jam, the free event which features fireworks and musical performances on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway in Philadelphia.

VH1 and Palladia will simulcast from the event on Independence Day from 8-11 p.m. (ET). There will also be live streams hosted on PhillyJam, Vh1.com and the VH1 app. 

This year's musical bill is topped by local hip-hop group The Roots, who will perform and serve as the event’s house band. Additional performances include acts such as Nicki Minaj, Ed Sheeran, Jennifer Hudson, Ariana Grande and Aloe Blacc.