Balloonerism

High school (ages 12+)
Art & Creativity

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/balloonerism

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the album title?Balloonerism
2. What is the artist?Mac Miller
3. When was Balloonerism released?The album was released on January 17, 2025, exactly five years after Mac Miller’s first posthumous album, Circles.
4. Who are the featured artists on Balloonerism?The album includes guest appearances from SZA, a popular R&B singer, and from Mac Miller’s alter ego, Delusional Thomas.

Posthumous Release: The publication or release of artistic works after the creator's death, often curated by their estate or label.
Alter Ego: A distinct secondary personality or persona adopted by an artist, often used to explore different creative avenues or themes.
Discography: A comprehensive list of recordings made by a particular artist or group.
Artistic Legacy: The lasting impact and influence of an artist's body of work on subsequent art and culture.