Rakim's Back Nov 17, 2009
Scarface did it with ; De La Soul did it with ; recently Mos Def with. Rakim gives The Seventh Seal as a sign of the times in an effort to have listeners think critically and act deliberately. (Slate)
Kevin Spears plays outside the box Nov 12, 2009
He's worked with the Derek Trucks Band, Eric Benet, Col. Bruce Hampton and recently was in the studio with De La Soul. He's amassed an impressive body of work, which may be interesting to listen to, but Terrebone says it must be seen to be believed. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Watch Robin Thicke And Jay-Z Make Magic On 'Meiple (Me I Play)' Nov 11, 2009
He was very excited," he said. "[It's] kind of like a De La Soul kind of song, but he was really excited about it. To work with him was a dream come true. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Robin Thicke Hoping To Get Lil Wayne On Sex Therapy Nov 11, 2009
" Wayne isn't the only MC on the album. Sex Therapy will also feature Kid Cudi, Snoop Dogg and Jay-Z, who . "[It's] kind of like a De La Soul kind of song, but [Jay] was really excited about it," he told MTV News. "To work with him was a dream come true. It was one of the best days of my life. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Copyright Criminals Nov 1, 2009
Exploring the Sampling Debate in Music. These giants of hip hop have all been sued over sampling, a heavily debated concept that continues to plague the music industry. (Suite101.com)
Robin Thicke Calls Working With Jay-Z 'A Dream Come True' Oct 31, 2009
" Thicke said the track hearkens back to the soulful hip-hop from the early '90s. "[It's] kind of like a De La Soul kind of song, but he was really excited about it," Thicke said, adding that the collaboration was incredible. "To work with him was a dream come true. It was one of the best days of my life. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Q-Tip's Return to Grace Oct 30, 2009
As part of the Native Tongue Collective, (De La Soul, Jungle Brothers, Queen Latifah, Black Sheep, among others) A Tribe Called Quest helped elevate the game of hip-hop with its sonic ingenuity and sometimes sociopolitical themes that were at once playful and thought-provoking. Between 1990 and 1993, the group maintained a near peerless track record, releasing the magnificent trilogy, The Low End Theory and Midnight Maraudersthat came to epitomize the golden era of hip-hop. (Slate)
Family travel five: Colorado gets back in snow business Oct 20, 2009
Take advantage of more than 30 free events throughout winter, including six outdoor concerts hosting acts such as Blues Traveler and De La Soul as well as dozens of on-mountain competitions. The Treehouse Kids' Adventure Center at the base of Snowmass is the first of its kind in the snow sports industry. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
'Grown Man' Rappers Like Jay-Z or Common Are Mature Only in the Absence of Immaturity Oct 16, 2009
Grown Man' Rappers Like Jay-Z or Common Are Mature Only in the Absence of Immaturity. Friday, October 16, 2009. (Slate)
Old skool tie Oct 15, 2009
I believe the most positive roots of hip-hop lie in the older stylings from people like a Tribe Called Quest or De La Soul, however as you mentioned in the article there are now modern (but unfortunately slightly more underground) artists creating far more positive music, lyrics and attitude which makes a good change and hopefully the attitudes of original hip hop will shine through again soon. N Bramley, Manchester. (BBC News -- UK)
Hip-hop patriarchs, comedian Koy in town Oct 3, 2009
Oktoberfest, De La Soul among options for Saturday night ... De La Soul's debut album "3 Feet High And Rising" has been hailed as one of hip-hop's most influential albums in history ... Finding inspiration in their own music and to celebrate the album's 20th anniversary, De La Soul will be reworking tracks from their historic release, along with Biz Markie, this Saturday night at The Waterfront at Aloha Tower Marketplace. (Honolulu Advertiser)
SIRIUS XM Radio To Celebrate Labor Day Weekend With Special Music Programming Sep 3, 2009
Throughout the weekend, listeners will hear from hip-hop artists who were part of the momentous year: MC Lyte, MTV's Doctor Dre, De La Soul and more. Friday, September 4 from 12:00 am through Monday, September 7 at 11:59 pm ET.. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
POP, ROCK, FOLK Aug 7, 2009
Friday, August 07, 2009 Last Update: 05:45 AM EDT. hide topics THIS WEEK'S HOT TOPICS. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Funk soul brother now a frontman Aug 7, 2009
The Age: national, world, business, entertainment, sport and technology news from Melbourne's leading newspaper. Music man: Fred Wesley. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Music festivals are at the fore in the fall Aug 2, 2009
Bumbershoot: Taking its name from British slang for umbrella - appropriate given this party s soggy location - Bumbershoot started nearly 40 years ago and has grown into a festival that sports top-shelf musicians such as Katy Perry, Natalie Portman s Shaved Head, Matt & Kim, Sheryl Crow, De La Soul, Jason Mraz, Franz Ferdinand, and Modest Mouse. There are also ongoing comedy shows to check out when listening to Jason Mraz begins to depress you. (Boston Globe)
EA Announces Fall Music Line Up for Sports Franchises Jul 28, 2009
Long recognized as the premiere showcase for diverse and innovative new music, NBA LIVE 10 features more than 80% exclusive tracks, including reinvented classics from Afrika Bambaataa, Dead Prez and Snoop Dogg, along with ground-breaking collaborations by indie-rockers Matt with the legendary De La Soul, and newcomers Mickey Factz. The soundtrack also spotlights never-before-heard songs from Beastie Boys and Wyclef Jean. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Daily TV guide Jul 24, 2009
Seth Rogen; De La Soul. Tavis Smiley at midnight on Ch. (Boston Globe)
SOUND OFF: These musicians hope to stick Pitchfork Jul 23, 2009
The following year, the Pitchfork Music Festival was born, and since then, more than 40 bands have played, including Vampire Weekend, The National, Yoko Ono, Fleet Foxes, Animal Collective, De La Soul, and Cat Power. The 2009 Pitchfork Music Festival takes place Friday, July 17, through Sunday, July 19, at Union Park in Chicago, featuring more than three dozen bands, two of which I recently caught up with. (Pembroke Mariner, MA)
Olympic cyclists join Kraftwerk Jul 4, 2009
Page last updated at 13:25 GMT, Friday, 3 July 2009 14:25 UK. By Elizabeth Alker BBC 6 Music News reporter. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
VH1 Pays Homage to 25 Years of Def Jam Records in Its Sixth Year Celebration of 'VH1 Hip Hop Honors 2009' on Tuesday, October 13 at 9:00 PM* Jun 5, 2009
Last year's honorees included Cypress Hill, De La Soul, Naughty by Nature, Slick Rick and Too $hort. Additional talent will be announced as it is confirmed. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
De La Soul, 20 Years On Jun 4, 2009
I think the fact that even all these years later De La Soul haven't really been able to refine or define thier image has played a part in why we don't hear much from them. We have some idea that were on a mission to explore new aural tapestries, but in a genre of music that depends so heavily on your ability to synthesize your message and tell your story, I'd argue that De La Soul remains a mystery ... I can't really tell you what De La Soul were rapping about, or why they were rapping at all.... (Slate)
Gabba power grab leaves Wiggles on shaky ground May 30, 2009
The show is funky and modern, a kooky mix of The Fat Albert Show, cartoon-esque retro rockers DEVO and hip-hop group De La Soul. Yo Gabba Gabba. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
PICK OF THE WEEK: Levy's 'Hard' is easy to hear May 19, 2009
Pick of week: 'Easy to Be Hard,' Caissie Levy - USATODAY.com. Pick of week: 'Easy to Be Hard,' Caissie Levy. (USA Today -- Life)
Interview: De La Soul May 4, 2009
Interview - De La Soul ... Back in the late 1980s when New York hip-hop trio De La Soul released their debut album 3 Feet High And Rising, they were derided in certain musical circles for their approach ... With their irreverent lyrics and samples, De La Soul created their own genre and, despite the critics, went on to become one of the most influential hip-hop acts in history. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Nike Partners with Seminal Hip Hop Group De La Soul to Release ARE YOU IN?: Nike+ Original Run Apr 28, 2009
Nike Partners with Seminal Hip Hop Group De La Soul to Release ARE YOU IN ... Nike Partners with Seminal Hip Hop Group De La Soul to Release ARE YOU IN ... --(BUSINESS WIRE)--From Nike (NYSE: - ), the world's leading sports brand, comes an exclusive release by De La Soul, one of the most influential hip hop bands of the last two decades. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
PICK OF THE WEEK: Diana Krall's sensual but cool 'Accustomed to His Face' Apr 14, 2009
Much More De La Soul. This later Dilla effort, from 2004's The Grind Date, offers more buoyant grooves and similarly inspired R&B samples. (USA Today -- Life)
G. Love and Special Sauce in Hampton Beach Mar 28, 2009
Their unique sound stems from a variety of infused flavors of Res, jazz and rock n roll, influenced by some of their favorite musical mentors including John Hammond, Jimmy Reed, De La Soul and Bob Dylan. Their latest album Superhero Brother released on Brushfire Records in June 2008 features the addictive summertime track Peace, Love, and Happiness tempting listeners to leave their stress behind and jump on for joyride. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Summer traffic up for Google, down for Microsoft Feb 9, 2009
Download a free MP3 of "Excursions 2009 ft. De La Soul" courtesy of CNET Download Music. Green Tech. (Yahoo News -- Internet and WWW)
