De La Soul revealed their forthcoming album, Cabin in the Sky, will arrive November 21 through Mass Appeal Records, representing their first full-length project since 2016’s …And the Anonymous Nobody.
The announcement carries profound emotional weight as this marks the group’s inaugural release following the devastating loss of founding member Trugoy (Dave Jude Jolicoeur), who passed away in February 2023. The surviving duo of Posdnuos (Kelvin Mercer) and Maseo (Vincent Mason) channeled their grief and celebration into what promises to be their most meaningful work yet.
Accompanying the album announcement, the Native Tongues pioneers dropped their lead single, “The Package,” a soulful offering produced by legendary beat smith Pete Rock. The track serves as both a sonic preview and emotional statement, showcasing how the remaining members have evolved their signature sound while honouring their departed brother’s legacy. Cabin in the Sky represents more than just new music for the pioneering collective, who helped define alternative Hip-Hop in the late 1980s and early 1990s. Cabin in the Sky stands as a testament to resilience, brotherhood, and the enduring power of creative expression in the face of unimaginable loss.