The hip-hop group De La Soul has unveiled the tracklist for their new album, Cabin in the Sky, marking their first release in nine years and since the passing of member David 'Trugoy the Dove' Jolicoeur. Set for release on November 21, 2025, the project features collaborations with artists like Nas and Common, alongside production from DJ Premier and Pete Rock. The album is part of Mass Appeal's Legend Has It series honoring hip-hop legends.
De La Soul, pioneers of the Native Tongues collective, announced the tracklist for Cabin in the Sky, their 10th studio album, on November 20, 2025. This release comes amid anticipation for what Posdnuos describes as a deeply personal project infused with the spirit of their late member.
Album Background
Cabin in the Sky represents De La Soul's first full-length album since Trugoy the Dove's death, incorporating unreleased vocals from the artist, also known as Plug Two. Kelvin 'Posdnuos' Mercer shared in a Billboard interview his pride in the work: 'I’m really happy and proud of this album, proud of all we’ve accomplished. When you get to that finish line and you’ve realized things that you’ve had in your mind are now manifested.' He emphasized Trugoy's presence, stating, 'I can say without question [Dave] is here, his spirit, his energy, it’s very much a part of this album.' The album's title and cover art, depicting figures with heads in the clouds and a cabin above, symbolize heaven and reflect on Trugoy's legacy, as Posdnuos explained: 'Does he have his cabin? How many acres did he get?'
Collaborations and Production
True to De La Soul's collaborative roots, Cabin in the Sky includes features from Killer Mike, Common, Nas, and Black Thought of The Roots, among others. Production credits go to DJ Premier, Super Dave, and Pete Rock, blending classic hip-hop sounds with contemporary reflections on joy, pain, and therapy.
Series Context
The album joins Mass Appeal's Legend Has It series, which spotlights seven hip-hop icons with new projects: Nas & DJ Premier, Slick Rick, Ghostface Killah, Mobb Deep, Raekwon, Big L, and De La Soul. Cabin in the Sky arrives on November 21, 2025, offering fans a poignant continuation of the group's innovative legacy.