The Grind Date is the sixth studio album by De La Soul, released in 2004. The album marked a significant return for the group after a hiatus since their previous album in 2001. The Grind Date showcases De La Soul's signature blend of clever lyrics, innovative production, and a mix of playful and introspective themes. The album includes a plethora of exciting featured artists including MF Doom, Ghostface Killah, Flava Flav and Sean Paul. This special release, on clear with yellow/blue splatter vinyl double LP, marks the 20th anniversary of The Grind Date.