De La Soul
- Known for
- All Good · A Roller Skatin’ Jam Named “Saturdays” · Breakadawn · Stakes is High · Ring Ring Ring (Ha Ha Hey)
- From
- United States
- Formed
- 1987, United States
- Members over the years
- Kelvin Mercer, David Jude Jolicoeur, Vincent Mason
- Booking
- Available worldwide via Room5
All Good, A Roller Skatin’ Jam Named “Saturdays”, Breakadawn, Stakes is High, Ring Ring Ring (Ha Ha Hey)
De La Soul (/ˌdeɪ lɑː ˈsoʊl/) is an American hip hop trio formed in 1988 in the Amityville area of Long Island, New York. They are best known for their eclectic sampling, quirky lyrics, and their contributions to the evolution of jazz rap and alternative hip hop subgenres. The members are Posdnuos, Trugoy and Maseo. The three formed the group in high school and caught the attention of producer Prince Paul with a demo tape of the song “Plug Tunin’”. With its playful wordplay, innovative sampling, and witty skits, the band’s debut album, 3 Feet High and Rising, has been called “a hip hop masterpiece.”
The album was the band’s biggest commercial success to date, with subsequent ones selling progressively less, despite receiving high praise from critics. They were influential in the early stages of rapper/actor Mos Def’s career, and are a core part of the Spitkicker collective. They are the second longest standing Native Tongues group, after the Jungle Brothers. In 2006, the group won a Grammy for their collaboration with Gorillaz on the single “Feel Good Inc.”
In early 2015, they announced plans to release a Kickstarter funded upcoming 9th studio album And the Anonymous Nobody in September 2015; it was released on August 26, 2016. The album tracks are said to be the result of multiple improvised jam sessions. The album also features guest appearances from artists such as Damon Albarn, Little Dragon, David Byrne, 2 Chainz, and Snoop Dogg.De La Soul was featured on the track “Momentz” on Gorillaz’ 2017 album Humanz, on Leap of Faith by Mr. Jukes, alongside Horace Andy, and on Tom Misch’s 2018 single “It Runs Through Me.” A tenth studio album, featuring production contributions from Pete Rock and DJ Premier, will reportedly be released by Mass Appeal Records.~Wikipedia
De La Soul: quick answers
Where is De La Soul from?
De La Soul formed in 1987 in United States.
Who are the members of De La Soul?
Members over the years include Kelvin Mercer, David Jude Jolicoeur and Vincent Mason. Touring line-ups vary — ask Room5 which line-up is available for your date.
What are De La Soul’s biggest hits?
De La Soul is best known for ‘All Good’, ‘A Roller Skatin’ Jam Named “Saturdays”’, ‘Breakadawn’ and ‘Stakes is High’.
Can I book De La Soul for a live show?
Yes. Room5 books De La Soul for festivals, club nights, corporate and private events worldwide. Send your date, city and type of event through the booking form and we come back with availability and a fee.
