De La Soul – The Grind Date (20th Anniversary Edition) [21.03.25]

Description

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 2CD 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.

“”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 featured artists including MF Doom, Ghostface Killah, Flava Flav and Sean Paul.

VINYL 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)