De La Soul releases new album ‘Cabin In The Sky’ featuring Nas, Q-Tip, and others

De La Soul’s much-anticipated album has finally made its debut, and it stands as a beautiful tribute to the group’s beloved late member, David “Trugoy the Dove” Jolicoeur. Posdnuos and DJ Maseo, the remaining members, dropped their long-awaited 10th studio album, Cabin In The Sky, under the banner of Mass Appeal on Friday, November 21. The album kicks off with an introduction by actor Giancarlo Esposito, who acknowledges all the contributors to the extensive 20-track LP, setting the tone for what’s to come.

Throughout the album, listeners are treated to the unique and unheard bars laid down by Dave, from tracks like “YUHDONTSTOP” all the way through to the poignant final piece, “Don’t Push Me.” In a recent interview on The Breakfast Club, Pos and Maseo opened up about the album-making process, sharing that it was not only a therapeutic experience for them but also a way to honor and celebrate Dave’s life and legacy.

Pos reflected on the project, expressing that the primary focus was their departed partner, Dave, stating, “Cabin In The Sky was for him. It’s still the normal muscle memory of trying to make a beautiful, great album that has good lyrics, good sound, good themes as De La has always done. But the album is basically like we’re doing this album with him rhyming from heaven.” The sentiment of completing an album with their late member resonates deeply throughout the tracks, capturing an essence of connection and continuation.

De La Soul brought together an impressive lineup of collaborators for the album, including Nas, Q-Tip, Slick Rick, Killer Mike, Bilal, Common, Black Thought, Jay Pharoah, and others, contributing their unique talents to the project. Additionally, the group enlisted a roster of renowned producers such as DJ PREMIER, Pete Rock, Supa Dave West, Nottz, and more to lay down infectious beats that serve as the backbone of the tracks on the album.

After releasing singles like “The Package,” De La Soul unveiled their track with Nas, titled “Run It Back!!,” during their appearance on Fat Joe & Jadakiss’ podcast, Joe & Jada. Nas’s verse on the track delves into the state of Hip-Hop in 2025, reflecting on past decades while recognizing emerging acts that are currently shaping the industry landscape.

The album’s release is part of Mass Appeal’s “Legend Has It” series, following the footsteps of esteemed artists like Slick Rick, Raekwon, Ghostface Killah, Mobb Deep, and Big L, who have all shared their rare projects as part of the collection. The exciting news of the forthcoming Nas & DJ PREMIER joint album, set to drop on December 12, adds to the anticipation and fervor surrounding the series.

For fans eagerly awaiting the album’s release, Cabin In The Sky by De La Soul is now available for listening on iHeartRadio, offering a captivating musical journey that honors the group’s legacy and pays homage to their enduring impact on the world of Hip-Hop. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to experience this heartfelt tribute to a music icon by tuning in today.