2LP Splatter (20th Anniversary edition)

This special release marks the 20th anniversary of The Grind Date. The LP is available on limited edition splatter vinyl with the original album bolstered with 4 instrumental versions of the leading tracks. Meanwhile the CD also includes 2 brand new tracks which were recorded during the same sessions as The Grind Date. These never before released tracks entitled ‘Respect’ and ’Bigger’ perfectly compliment what is already a renowned album.

De La Soul is an influential hip-hop group that originated in the late 1980s. The trio, consisting of members Kelvin Mercer (Posdnuos), David Jude Jolicoeur (Trugoy the Dove), and Vincent Mason (Maseo), is known for its unique sound and innovative approach to hip-hop. They are often credited with helping to shape the genre's landscape with their eclectic style, use of sampling, and positive messaging.
The Grind Date is the sixth studio album by De La Soul, released in 2004. The album marked a significant return for the group after a hiatus since their previous album in 2001. The Grind Date showcases De La Soul's signature blend of clever lyrics, innovative production, and a mix of playful and introspective themes. The album includes a plethora of exciting featuring artists including  MF Doom, Ghostface Killah, Flava Flav and Sean Paul.

Tracklist:

A1
1. The Future
2. Verbal Clap
3. Much More (Feat. Yummy)
4. Shopping Bags (She Got From You)
5. The Grind Date

A2
1. Church
2. It’s Like That (Feat. Carl Thomas)
3. He Comes (Feat. Ghostface Killah)
4. Days of our Lives (Feat. Common)

B1
1. Come on Down (Feat. Flavor Flav)
2. No (Feat. Butta Verses)
3. Rock Co.Kane Flow (Feat. MF DOOM)
4. Shoomp (Feat. Sean Paul)

B2
1. The Grind Date (Instrumental)
2. Verbal Clap (Instrumental)
3. Shopping Bags (Instrumental)
4. Days of our Loves (Instrumental)