Mac Miller’s posthumous album Balloonerism is here

Mac Miller’s legacy finally comes to fans Balloonisma posthumous album that has been the subject of speculation for years.

The album was released on January 17, days ahead of Miller’s 33rd birthday. The Pittsburgh rapper died of an accidental overdose in 2018 at the age of 26.

Balloonism It’s a 14-track journey that showcases Miller’s experimental side, incorporating elements of neo-soul and jazz. The album kicks off with “Tambourine Dream” and features “5 Dollar Pony Rides,” “Friendly Hallucinations,” “Mrs. Deborah Downer,” “The Stones,” “Pygmy Birds” and “Rick’s piano”. Notably, the album includes collaborations with artists such as Thundercat, SZA, and Ashley All Day.

The origin of Balloonism Dating back to 2014, this was a prolific period for Miller, during which he also worked on things like face. Despite the album’s significance, it was shelved in favor of other versions, leaving fans to piece together the unofficial versions circulating online.

As leaked songs circulated among fan communities, the record’s official release was teased at the Camp Flog Gnaw music festival in November.

Miller’s family previously shared a statement on his Instagram explaining why they decided to release the project. “Many Malcolm fans know Balloonisma full-length album composed by Malcolm at the time of its release face 2014,” they wrote.

“This was a very important project to Malcolm – he commissioned artwork for it and had regular discussions about when to release it, although ultimately Go to: OD AM Subsequent albums eventually took precedence.

They added: “We believe this project showcases his breadth of musical talent and fearlessness as an artist. Given that unofficial versions of the album have been circulating online for years, the release Balloonism As important to him as Malcolm has often said, we thought it would be most appropriate to present an official version of the project to the world.

The animation is based on Miller’s lyrics and music and directed by Samuel Jerome Mason. Balloonism The synopsis of the film reads: “A group of school friends were transformed by the music of the polyphonic organ and entered a shadow world.” “Swallowed by the tortoise of time, they must wade through the underbelly of adulthood.”

The film was released in the United States on January 15, and international fans received it a day later. A series of “one-night-only” advance theatrical screenings are planned around the world, including New York City and Miller’s hometown of Pittsburgh, as well as Australia, New Zealand, Germany, Ireland, France, Canada and the United Kingdom

Miller’s debut studio album, blue slide parkwhich topped the Billboard 200 upon its release in 2011, was the first independently released debut album since 1995. One of the most unique artists with a passion for delving into alternative music rap, soul and R&B.

After Miller’s untimely death in September 2018, his music generated renewed interest on the charts. His album “Swimming” re-entered the top ten of the Billboard 200, jumping from No. 71 to No. 6.

Fans can purchase a physical version of the album, which includes a limited-edition deluxe two-LP pressing that comes in a rainbow foil-wrapped slipcase with white splash cloud vinyl and a 32-page color booklet with photos and lyrics. The booklet, as well as a limited one-off pressing on clear vinyl, are now available on the Balloonism website.

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