How did De La Soul change the sound of hip-hop? Could three MCs from Long Island challenge the genre’s conventions and redefine what rap could be? And could their debut album, 3 Feet High and Rising, become one of hip-hop’s most influential records? Absolutely. With their playful lyrics, inventive samples, and offbeat spirit, De La Soul helped open up a new world of possibilities for rap music.

On this episode of Monday Music Club, Will Anderson dives into the story of De La Soul, the groundbreaking group that helped reshape hip-hop and leave an indelible mark on music and culture. To explore their origins, creative vision, and lasting legacy, we’re joined by the man who chronicled their story in extraordinary depth: Marcus J. Moore, author of High and Rising: A Book About De La Soul.

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