Mac Miller's posthumous album 'Balloonerism' set for 'Circles' anniversary release date

Mac Miller's family plans to release second posthumous album on fifth anniversary in 2020 Circles —his first posthumous album that the late rapper was working on before his untimely death in 2018.

The Pittsburgh rapper's family released a statement on his Instagram explaining why they decided to release the project. “Many of Malcolm's fans know that Ballooninga full album Malcolm created around the time of its release Faces in 2014,” they wrote. “It's a work that meant a lot to Malcolm — to the extent that he commissioned artwork from him, and discussions about when it should be released were regular, though eventually GO: AND MORNING and subsequent albums ended up taking priority.”

Adding, “We believe the project showcases both the breadth of his musical talents and his fearlessness as an artist. Given that unofficial versions of the album have been circulating online for years and that it's been released Ballooning was something that Malcolm often expressed was important to him, we felt it was most appropriate to present an official version of the work to the world.”

Fans can pre-order physical copies (CD, cassette, vinyl) on his website. There is a limited edition deluxe vinyl that comes with a poster, a booklet with photos and lyrics, and a 3D pop-up in the center.

Ballooning it's set to release on January 17, 2025, exactly five years after Circles was released and just two days before the Mac's 33rd birthday.

You can watch the album trailer below.