The Return Of Mechasmack

So this year's Run Hit Wonder is being called the Run Hit Remix. I've thought this was a good marketing idea from the start, even as I've found at least one of the artists that's supposed to be a One Hit Wonder at the event is not so in my opinion. This year it's De La Soul.

I know what most (3) of you are thinking - De La Soul only had one hit song and that was way back in 1989 and I'm not even sure if they've made anything since. Well, you're right - De La had one hit single, Me, Myself, and I, back in 1989. 2 points for the first reader who can tell me what song it samples. But like a lot of one hit wonders, De La has gone on to produce more music that just hasn't reached the masses. And in my opinion, the work they've been putting in since 1989 has been so much better. De La has reinvented themselves several times over, surviving the demise of the Native Tongue movement, the big takeover of gangsta rap, and the rise of bling hop. They are one of the most influential groups in hip hop, and their longevity goes to show that you can grow up and still be relevant. As someone who has reached the age of considering most crap on the radio as just that, it's nice to hear groups like De La that keep it real by not following the trends.

So go pick up the latest album from De La Soul - The Grind Date. Actually, pick up the previous album while you're at it. Art Official Intelligence: Bionix, the second album in their AOI series, is possibly their best album ever..