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Circles - Hip Hop Album
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Circles

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Circles is the sixth studio album by American rapper Mac Miller, released posthumously in 2020 and completed by producer Jon Brion after his death.

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How was Mac Miller's Circles finished after his death?

The album was completed by producer Jon Brion, who had been working closely with Mac Miller on the project before his death in 2018. Brion dedicated himself to finishing the album based on Mac's notes and recorded vocals.

What is the concept behind the album Circles?

The album serves as a companion piece to Mac Miller's previous album, Swimming, representing the two halves of a circle. While Swimming focused on the struggle to stay afloat, Circles explores the feeling of finally letting go and finding peace.

What genre of music is featured on Circles?

The album departs significantly from Mac Miller's traditional hip-hop sound, leaning heavily into alternative rock, synth-pop, and bedroom pop. Jon Brion's production features melodic guitar loops, keyboards, and heavily manipulated vocals.

When was Mac Miller's Circles released?

It was released posthumously on January 17, 2020, by Warner Records. The album debuted at number three on the US Billboard 200 chart, making it Mac's sixth consecutive top-five album in the US.

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