De La Soul Performs at The DA.I.S.Y. Experience in NYC

 

Last night (3/2), family, friends, and fans celebrated The DA.I.S.Y. Experience, an event that celebrated the life and legacy of the late David "Trugoy The Dove" Jolicoeur, and the influence and impact of pioneering New York hip-hop trio De La Soul, which he co-founded with fellow members Kelvin "Posdnuos" Mercer and Vincent Lamont "Maseo" Mason Jr.

Produced in conjunction with Amazon Music, the event featured an emotional, impromptu performance from De La Soul in which the group ran through hits like "Stakes is High", "Potholes in my Lawn", and "Me Myself and I". The group was joined on stage by a collection of their friends including Black Thought, Dave Chappelle, Chuck D, Talib Kweli, and more. In addition, Common performed "The Bizness" with De La Soul and Queen Latifah delivered an impromptu version of her classic “Ladies First".   

 

The Originals (D-Nice, Stretch Armstrong, Clark Kent, and Rich Medina) also curated a DJ set dedicated to the De La Soul’s legacy, and Webster Hall was outfitted with designs inspired by the group’s legendary album, 3 Feet High and Rising. The celebration coincided with the long-awaited arrival of De La Soul’s music on streaming services. Amazon Music customers can explore the iconic group’s music here. 

 

 

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