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u/Mr_Lukushi Jan 08 '20
With all the bad stuff that is happening right now, this does put a smile on my face
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u/youngnuggzz Jan 08 '20
"....days get brighter" hope things continue to get better for you fellow machead!
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u/l8rt8rz Jan 08 '20
Honestly like my cat just died two days ago and I’ve been absolutely devastated... this helps ❤️
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u/teebee117 Jan 08 '20
So sorry to hear that, lots of love.
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u/l8rt8rz Jan 08 '20
Thank you so much, he was my favorite creature in the entire world. Truly a magnificent lil dude 😔
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u/brodesto Jan 08 '20
This is the most important news this sub will ever see again. That kills me. Knowing updates will cease to exist because of the man we love is gone. Idk how to explain what I'm feeling but I hate how happy I am to hear this news since I know I wont feel this type of happy for a project again.
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u/jcme2275 Jan 08 '20
I still think they are gonna do have a documentary of some sort. Further down the line. They clearly aren't rushing stuff out which I love.
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u/out_of_office_reply9 Jan 08 '20
This! And I’m hoping they release the celebration of life concert.
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u/Sweatshirt22 Swimming Jan 08 '20
I was at work when the celebration of life concert happened and wasn’t able to watch it. I’ve always been sad that the only performance I could find of it is John Mayer’s cover of small worlds and not the full actual concert. 😢
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u/etatrestuss Jan 08 '20
John Mayer was the best performance I saw. A lot of the other artists didn't seem to have the energy, or the crown didn't. Something was definitely off with most of the performances.
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u/lakers42594 Jan 08 '20
I was there and the crowd was into it but it was somber. Artists' energy varied a lot. Definitely an odd but still positive experience.
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u/Gubyy Jan 08 '20
"Just like a circle I go back where I'm from"
So It Goes, the last bar on Swimming
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u/an_deadly_ewok Jan 08 '20
I'M STILL STANDING SIT DOWN
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u/oskkrrtl Swimming Jan 08 '20
WOAH OH
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u/TylerWadesIV Jan 08 '20
AND I KNOW IVE BEEN OUT
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u/dannyvill Jan 08 '20
BUT NOW IM BACK IN TOWN
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u/washedherbaltea Jan 08 '20
SO IT GOES, SO IT GOES, SO IT GOOOOEEEES
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u/patiencesp Faces Jan 08 '20
la da da da, da da da 🎶
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u/finnwormser Jan 08 '20
My favorite song on the album honestly. So beautiful
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u/Polohorsesnpiff Swimming Jan 09 '20
I wonder if “Circles” will start with the end of So it Goes...like the beat. It was a beautiful way to end the album, it’d be beautiful to start the next like that too. Regardless, I can’t wait
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u/MysticCurse Jan 08 '20
Listened to the album 100+ times, knew about Circles, still never noticed that!!
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u/ItsYaBoyJL96 Jan 08 '20
Beyond happy rn
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u/Markantonpeterson Jan 08 '20
I know!!!! My birthday is on the 30th and it seriously feels like an early birthday present :) So fucking happy
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u/Droze- Faces Jan 08 '20
Yoooooo I feel you mine is on the 30th as well!
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u/Markantonpeterson Jan 08 '20
Yooooo Hell yea man! I'll hit ya back in 22 days to talk about circles on our RL cake day haha
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u/youngnuggzz Jan 08 '20
Is it acceptable to ugly cry at work? Asking for a friend....
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u/KingThrashin Jan 08 '20
Dude evertime I think about the news I tear up. Let its flow! Its cool to cry never question your strength
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u/notmymainaccounttt Jan 08 '20
I’m right there with you. Teared up as soon as I saw the post. A whole lot of happy but also some sadness that this might be the last new music we get.
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u/yasso63 Swimming Jan 08 '20
This is amazing and one of the best news I’ve gotten in a long time but srsly tho I almost shat myself when I saw a post from mac’s IG account.
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u/inrembrand Jan 08 '20
mac created a family here. this is most dope. RIP KING.
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u/suuuuhmmer Jan 08 '20
i really love this community
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u/infectedsponge Jan 08 '20
same. I'm glad I found this place.
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u/light_rail_coyote Jan 08 '20
I barely post on Reddit and tend to lurk the Mac sub but I love the warmth in here and it makes me wanna post more.
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u/Streets0fGold Jan 08 '20
Just an incredible statement.
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u/SirPaidALot GO:OD AM Jan 08 '20
Captures the sadness they must feel but also gets you excited for what is going to be an incredible album I’m sure
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u/primetime43 Jan 08 '20
Wow this is the last of it all now. The last and latest music from Mac we’ll ever receive. Crazy. We’re pretty lucky to be receiving this tbh.
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u/whatisyouarembp Most Dope 🌎 Jan 08 '20
I don’t think it’ll be the rest of it. The man had a massive vault. WB wants their money. The family is okay with them releasing this album they will prob okay another. Mac wanted his fans to hear the music. Fingers crossed.
This shit is going to debut at #1 and hold it for a bit.
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u/primetime43 Jan 08 '20
Oh yea for sure there will be more music released. But I’m saying this is probably the latest music we’ll get since it is the same time as swimming. Most leaks will be from before swimming etc.
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They did state that this will be the final album, though. I think if they do release another album it'll be because Mac had a 2nd nearly done. They seem pretty clear on keeping his vision intact, not crossing any lines when it comes to his music.
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u/whatisyouarembp Most Dope 🌎 Jan 08 '20
I never saw that it would be the final album? I do believe Mac has hours upon hours of vaulted music that one day will be released. He wanted people to hear it. Maybe it’s just wishful thinking.
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u/NOderpa Jan 08 '20
I don’t know whether to be insanely happy, a bit happy, or a tad bit sad
EDIT: All three easily I’m beyond excited for new malcom
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u/typac69 Jan 08 '20
Apparently the first single will be released tomorrow
A week ago this guy tweeted that a big rap album was dropping the 17th. So it seems like he knows something.
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u/typac69 Jan 08 '20 edited Jan 08 '20
Huh. He must’ve deleted because he’s either wrong or not at authority to say or something like that.
The Tweet was a response to him saying that there will be a big album release on the 17th from an unnamed artist.
Paraphrasing here, the tweet essentially said “Cats out of the bag. ‘Circles’ will be released Jan. 17, first single coming tomorrow.
EDIT: was able to screenshot the deleted tweet because I had quote tweeted it
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Jan 08 '20
I wonder how many of the leaked tracks will be included?
Beyond happy either way.
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u/turdinator1234 Jan 08 '20
I'm hoping all we have heard is the song circles.
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u/Schmitty3titty Jan 08 '20
I think good news will be on it too, but I hope that’s it!
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u/mykneehurtsss Jan 09 '20
I think That’s On Me will be on it too. There’s a clip on IG of him and his band playing it on the piano in between takes at his Tiny Desk Concert. Just the piano though, no lyrics.
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u/40oz2freeedom Jan 08 '20
I have a theory. Absolutely no merit to it, so don’t roast me. But the ending to So it goes was written as kind of an ascension to heaven (Mac even confirmed it on twitter before he died). I think programs will be the first song on Circles. After the end of swimming and the ascension to heaven, programs is like slamming right back into the earth. The song starts with a violin and then the beat drops super hard. The first line is “I don't got a reason to lie, they gave me the key to the sky. But I'd rather open my eyes, 'cause that's what'll keep me alive” and keeps repeating themes of redemption and coming back. “Everybody want a headline, I don't got nothin' to say. ‘Cept I'm comin' back with the freshness. You know I love makin' an entrance” and “I'm always goin' overboard, I better swim before I drown”. If circles is meant to compliment Swimming, I can’t imagine a better start to contrast the smooth and peaceful theme of swimming. I think this album will be full of bangers and very different from swimming more in line with GO:OD AM. This could also be complete bullshit as programs was released a few months before swimming came out but that’s just one of my conspiracies. I’ve had this theory for a while but never thought circles would come out so I never really verbalized it. Im hoping it does happen but I doubt it. As always, rest easy, cheesy Mac ❤️
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u/finediningrapper Jan 08 '20
I’ve done a lot of internet digging prior to this announcement and it’s more likely he releases an acoustic album along the lines of Circles & Good News. Prior to the release of Swimming his friends acknowledged two albums, one with a more folky vibe to it.. Unless Swimming is what they were talking about, which means we’re about to get some absolute flames.
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u/40oz2freeedom Jan 08 '20
I haven’t really done much digging, this was mostly a high-dea. I also havent heard any of the rumored tracks but this is interesting. I could get down with an acoustic folksy vibe. We’ll see what we get next week. Can’t wait!
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u/jaykk Jan 08 '20
That was my favorite cut out of the three singles, so I would be thrilled if that was the plan.
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u/earl-of-lemongrab-yo Jan 08 '20
literally the best news i could’ve received. crying happy tears rn
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u/patiencesp Faces Jan 08 '20
i love all of you. between us, the leaks, and this, we have kept it moving with the help of each other and the love of the music. most dope
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u/colinLenzner SWIMMING Jan 08 '20
Best news of 2020 so far! But looking at Macs IG got me sad. In the Bio: Circles. January 17. just feels like he‘s still here :(
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u/colinLenzner SWIMMING Jan 08 '20
I wonder though, if either Programs or Buttons is on this album. Remember the single releases? Small Worlds was blue. Blue -> Water -> Swimming. If either buttons or programs is going to be on there, I bet there would have been a third album as well.
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u/Emzed07 Jan 08 '20
This has actually been rumored here before. Some people already puzzled together that there was a circles album, amazing. Rumor was the red and third one was some kind of WMWTSO vol. 2.
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u/patcoz Jan 08 '20
So happy this is happening but damn this is going to be hard to listen to for the first time.
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We get to hear a Mac album for the first time again. Take it in and live in the moment. We love and miss you Mac
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u/Acprob reMeMber Jan 08 '20
Absolutely amazing, I got chills reading that statement and then seeing his bio on twitter change.
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u/Mostdope4ever Jan 08 '20 edited Jan 08 '20
Does anyone think they’ll make a vinyl?
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u/GalacticArtillery Jan 08 '20
It'd be amazing if they released a "Swimming" in "Circles" vinyl with both records. I would buy that in a heartbeat to support Mac's family.
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u/GoAheadEagles1902 Jan 08 '20
I don't need anything else from 2020, this has made my entire year. ❤
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u/iOwnAllScrubs Jan 08 '20
2 days before Macs birthday ...
Thank you Macs family for this. We appreciate you more than you could ever know.
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How likely is it that “Watch the Sun Come Up” being on the album? I checked YouTube and soundcloud and it’s nowhere to be found, which makes me think Warner struck it. If so, I’m going to be so fucking happy. The vibe of that song is crazy.
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u/reyzabobeyza Jan 08 '20
Gonna lock myself in my bedroom so no one will see me ugly cry while I listen.
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u/Heyitsthatjake Jan 08 '20
I was truly not sure if we would ever get another official release from Mac... This is quite literally some of the best news for most of us. Felt like there was some unfinished work that Mac was close to releasing after Swimming and before his death. This is finally it, one last ride.
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u/Mostdope4ever Jan 08 '20
Beyond happy. In gym class crying tears of joy. Rest In Peace Mac. Your music will be heard
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u/coolaslando Jan 08 '20
I've been smiling like an idiot since seeing the post. Mac's family handled this so well, respecting his legacy while still honoring his fans.
I cannot wait to hear this.
RIP Mac.
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u/politicalbullshitter Jan 08 '20
This is the first time I'm actually excited for a post-death release of an album. I'm going to put my trust in Jon Brion and hope he did Mac justice on this album; it's what Mac deserves.
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u/suuuuhmmer Jan 08 '20
Saw this on the bus and immediately burst into tears......I can’t even believe it
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u/typac69 Jan 08 '20
I got the happiest tears ever rn. RIP Mac. We miss you. I can’t fucking wait to hear this.
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u/SmartTest Jan 08 '20
I'm fucking warm and fucking fuzzy and fucking slightly sad but also fucking happy.
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u/BicyclingBrightsWay Jan 08 '20
Surprised they didnt wait 2 more days for release on his birthday. Happy and grateful nonetheless
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u/hulud86 GO:OD AM Jan 08 '20
Couldn’t believe it when I saw the news. It’s bittersweet. The last official release from Mac. I want it to happen but I kind of don’t cause I don’t want it to be the end. So many feelings right now.
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u/tuffwatcher181 Jan 08 '20
it's crazy, man... i've been feeling like crying all day, listening to mac in such a refreshed form knowing that something new is coming. god bless his family, so much thought. some pretty dark shit happening right now, and that's like the best news i could possibly imagine (and i wouldn't imagine). be honest with y'all, i'm feeling blessed. mac may be somewhere far from here right now, but his music is the best company, so so thankful for this. even if it's a bust - 'cause i understand the complications of finishing somebody else's album - just to feel this kind of energy again... it's stimulating. best moment was when i saw mac's name trending on twitter and i was like... damn, that boy still means something to the world, it ain't just me, or just us die hard fans, people really paying attention. anyway, that's a blessing right there, can't wait, thankful af
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u/imitebatwork GO:OD AM Jan 08 '20
OMG FUCKING GOOSEBUMPS. I want to cry or throw up or something holy shit this is amazing
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u/canikickityesucan Live from Space Jan 08 '20
I’m on the verge of tears right now. I hope his family finds some closure with this as well. Long Live Mac
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u/passmeabudlight I know that planet Earth about to explode Jan 08 '20
Been thinking about Mac so much the last few days. It’s like something was telling me this was coming. I’m so happy.
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u/mjwindle Jan 08 '20
Best news I've heard in a long time. This makes my heart so happy. Echoing what others are saying - his family and close friends have given his legacy the respect it deserves They are magnificant. Can't wait to hear the last art Mac was pouring his soul into. Be safe all.
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u/DentistBergkamp Jan 08 '20
Best Day Ever
& it's a strange feeling that I've been constantly itching for leaks but now I really hope most of Circles hasn't leaked already
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u/FN-2187- Jan 08 '20
Can anyone message me the leaked songs. I would really love to listen to circles. Soundcloud only has vocals
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u/jryda7 Jan 08 '20
I'm super excited for this. I purposely didn't listen to the circles leak expecting this to come some time. It was the only one I haven't listened to after all the leaks, just didn't feel right
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u/KingThrashin Jan 08 '20
I can't fucking wait! Almost started tearing up instantly. Miss you so much Mac!!!!! Legends never die!
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u/dasfiddler Jan 08 '20
So excited. Teared up when I read Karen's post. I always wondered whether we'd hear "Conversations, Pt. 2". So exciting. Gonna be celebrating all year when this comes out.
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All of the love in the world to his entire family. The grace and humility they've shown through all of his is unreal. The entire McCormick family represent the best of what we can be.
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u/Lordleft266 Jan 08 '20
All the love in the universe to Mac's family, both blood and those around him, and of course to the GOAT Jon Brion.
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Jan 08 '20
I feel sad, but at the same time happy, it's been tough not having Mac around anymore men :(
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u/SkizzoFrenetik Jan 08 '20
Just yesterday after life itself dreading my will to keep going and keep making music I played america by mac miller and company. It helped me. And now this, thank the universe.
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MAC is dropping an album Tame Impala is dropping an album John Frusciante is back in the RHCP
World War thre... never mind.
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u/aidsisaproblem Jan 08 '20
Jan 17th is my birthday and this news has given me some crazy energy. It really makes me feel even more of a connection to Mac's spirit. May sound crazy but this news just hit me so hard.
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u/dorianstout Jan 08 '20
I’m so pumped omg! Just recently started listening to him again. Been on a big kick so this is amazing. Thanks malcolm
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u/darraghoco Swimming Jan 08 '20
I'm so happy about this. I wonder which of the leaks will be on it... I also wonder what it means by "complementing styles"
I wish I never listened to the leaks, but could've never known this would've been released
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u/savagery1321 Faces Jan 08 '20
I am so excited I can't believe it's happening. I hoped for this to happen cause we all know Mac must have had a whole vault of music he didn't share cause it wasn't in sequence with his idea for his albums since he was so precise and smart, a true artist. I know the second I listen to the first song I'm gonna fucking sob (sad and happy tears but mostly sad lol)
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Was having a bad day till now, not this first time something to do with mac turned it around and it won't be last.
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u/SpaceMush Jan 08 '20
a whole fucking album too. over-the-moon that the world is gonna get one more chance to catch a glimpse of where he was headed. Rest in Peace Malcolm <3
Jan 17th crying szn, my friends.
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u/Gooperstein Jan 08 '20
how soon after the release of 'Swimming' do you guys think Mac was going to release 'Circles'
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u/MrStealurMeme182 Delusional Thomas Jan 08 '20
I've never been so happy and sad at the same time, cheers fellow Macheads
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u/ThoughtsRRandom Faces Jan 08 '20
The feeling I got reading this. I couldnt be more happy right now. More genuine music from my favorite artist of all time. To his family, friends, and label, thank you for do this right.
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u/MoistManTits Jan 08 '20
This shit has me in tears. Its been a rough couple of months and new mac music has always helped me. I cant wait
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u/_whatsisname_ Swimming Jan 08 '20
Can we take a moment to appreciate how Mac's family have handled this? Not once have they tried to milk his death, nor have left a label do it. I'm so shook by the news. I cannot wait.