Mac Miller’s Unreleased Album Balloonerism: A Teaser Trailer Sparks New Hope for Fans
The highly anticipated unreleased album Balloonerism by Mac Miller is finally making waves again. A teaser trailer for the project debuted during Tyler, the Creator’s Camp Flog Gnaw festival in Los Angeles over the weekend, promising fans that the long-rumored album is “coming soon.”
The two-and-a-half-minute trailer, which aired between sets by Sampha and Alchemist & Friends, featured a series of animated visuals leading to the reveal of what appeared to be the album’s cover. The artwork, created by artist Alim Smith, was first shared on Instagram in September 2018 and had received a comment from Miller himself: “Need this.”
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— The Mac Miller Memoir (@MacMillerMemoir) November 17, 2024
A Project Steeped in Legend
Balloonerism has long been a subject of fascination for Mac Miller’s fans. Recorded over a week before his 2014 mixtape Faces, the project has been the stuff of lore, with Thundercat rumored to have been involved. Over the years, leaked tracks like “Uber,” “Colors and Shapes,” and “5 Dollar Pony Rides” have fueled anticipation. Some songs, such as “The Song That Changed Everything” (featuring SZA) and “Tambourine Dream,” have even made their way into fan-made compilations on platforms like SoundCloud.
A Legacy That Endures
If released, Balloonerism will mark Mac Miller’s second posthumous album, following the critically acclaimed Circles in 2020, which was a companion to his 2018 album Swimming. The trailer’s appearance at Camp Flog Gnaw—one of the year’s most iconic music festivals—has reignited excitement for this long-awaited project.
Fans React to the Teaser
Social media buzzed with speculation after the trailer dropped, with many expressing hope for an official release date. The blend of animations, iconic artwork, and glimpses of rumored tracks has only heightened excitement for what many consider a lost masterpiece.
Stay tuned for updates on Balloonerism as the late Mac Miller’s enduring legacy continues to inspire fans worldwide.