History of Mac Miller in Timeline

Mac Miller, born Malcolm James McCormick, was an influential American rapper who started his career in Pittsburgh at 15. He gained prominence in 2010 after signing with Rostrum Records and releasing mixtapes like K.I.D.S. and Best Day Ever. His debut album, Blue Slide Park (2011), was the first independently distributed debut to top the Billboard 200 since 1995, marking a significant achievement in his early career.

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January 19, 1992: Mac Miller's Birth

On January 19, 1992, Malcolm James McCormick, known professionally as Mac Miller, was born.

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1995: Last Independently Distributed Debut Album

In 1995, prior to Blue Slide Park in 2011, the last independently distributed debut album to top the US Billboard 200 was released.

1995: Dogg Food Topped Billboard 200

Tha Dogg Pound's Dogg Food was the last independently distributed debut album to do so until Blue Slide Park's release on November 8, 2011.

2007: Started Career

In 2007, Mac Miller began his career in Pittsburgh's local hip hop scene at the age of 15.

2007: Released First Mixtape as Easy Mac

In 2007, under the name Easy Mac, Mac Miller released his first mixtape, But My Mackin' Ain't Easy, at the age of 15.

2008: Formed The Ill Spoken

In 2008, Mac Miller and Beedie formed the rap duo The Ill Spoken and released their mixtape How High.

2009: Rebranded as Mac Miller

By 2009, Mac Miller rebranded himself as Mac Miller and released two mixtapes.

July 2010: Signed with Rostrum Records

In July 2010, Mac Miller signed with the independent Pittsburgh-based label Rostrum Records.

August 2010: Released K.I.D.S.

In August 2010, Mac Miller's mixtape K.I.D.S. was released by Rostrum Records.

2010: Won Pittsburgh Hip Hop Awards

At the 2010 Pittsburgh Hip Hop Awards, Mac Miller won 21 & Under of the Year and Best Hip Hop Video for "Live Free".

2010: Signed with Rostrum Records

In 2010, Mac Miller signed a record deal with independent label Rostrum Records.

February 2011: Arrested for Marijuana Possession

In February 2011, while on tour in Upstate New York, Mac Miller and his friends were arrested for possession of marijuana.

March 2011: Released Best Day Ever

In March 2011, Mac Miller released his fifth mixtape, Best Day Ever, and his first song to chart on the US Billboard Hot 100.

October 14, 2011: Released I Love Life, Thank You

On October 14, 2011, Mac Miller released his sixth mixtape, I Love Life, Thank You.

November 8, 2011: Released Blue Slide Park

On November 8, 2011, Mac Miller's debut studio album, Blue Slide Park, was released.

2011: Release of Blue Slide Park

In 2011, Mac Miller's debut album, Blue Slide Park, was released and became the first independently distributed debut album to top the US Billboard 200 since 1995.

March 23, 2012: Released Macadelic Mixtape

On March 23, 2012, Mac Miller released his seventh mixtape, Macadelic.

July 2012: Lawsuit Filed by Lord Finesse

In July 2012, producer Lord Finesse filed a $10 million lawsuit against Mac Miller, Rostrum Records, and DatPiff for the unauthorized use of a sample from his song "Hip 2 Da Game" in Miller's 2010 mixtape song "Kool-Aid and Frozen Pizza".

August 2012: Completed Tracks for Pink Slime

By August 2012, Mac Miller had completed at least ten tracks for the planned collaboration EP, Pink Slime, with Pharrell Williams.

November 2012: Quit Taking Promethazine

In November 2012, Mac Miller quit taking promethazine before shooting his reality show Mac Miller and the Most Dope Family.

November 21, 2012: Released You EP as Larry Lovestein

On November 21, 2012, Mac Miller released the EP, You, under the alias Larry Lovestein & The Velvet Revival.

December 2012: Lawsuit Settlement

In December 2012, the lawsuit filed by Lord Finesse against Mac Miller and associated parties was settled out of court, with the terms of the settlement remaining confidential.

2012: Released You EP

In 2012, Mac Miller released You, an EP featuring lounge-jazz tracks as Larry Lovestein and the Velvet Revival.

January 2013: Spoke About Lean Addiction

In January 2013, Mac Miller spoke about his addiction to lean and his unhappiness.

February 26, 2013: Premiered Mac Miller and the Most Dope Family

On February 26, 2013, Mac Miller's reality series, Mac Miller and the Most Dope Family, premiered on MTV2.

March 4, 2013: Released Run-On Sentences, Volume One

On March 4, 2013, Mac Miller released a mixtape, Run-On Sentences, Volume One, under his production alias Larry Fisherman.

June 18, 2013: Released Watching Movies with the Sound Off

On June 18, 2013, Mac Miller released his second studio album, Watching Movies with the Sound Off.

September 20, 2013: Received Key to the City

On September 20, 2013, Pittsburgh mayor Luke Ravenstahl presented Mac Miller with a key to the city and declared the date "Mac Miller Day".

October 31, 2013: Released Delusional Thomas Mixtape

On October 31, 2013, Mac Miller, under the moniker Delusional Thomas, released an eponymous mixtape, Delusional Thomas.

December 17, 2013: Released Live from Space

On December 17, 2013, Mac Miller released the live album Live from Space.

2013: Founded REMember Music

In 2013, Mac Miller founded the record label imprint REMember Music.

January 2014: Parted Ways with Rostrum Records

In January 2014, Mac Miller parted ways with Rostrum Records when his contract expired.

May 11, 2014: Independently Released Faces

On May 11, 2014, Mac Miller independently released his tenth solo mixtape, Faces.

October 2014: Signed with Warner Bros. Records

In October 2014, Mac Miller signed a recording contract and distribution deal for REMember Music with Warner Bros. Records.

2014: Signed with Warner Bros. Records

In 2014, Mac Miller left Rostrum Records and signed with Warner Bros. Records.

2014: Daily Drug Use

In 2014, Mac Miller was taking drugs daily, and felt that the final track on Faces, "Grand Finale", was "supposed to be the last song [he] made on Earth."

2014: Balloonerism Recorded

Mac Miller's second posthumous album, Balloonerism, was recorded in 2014 around the release of Faces.

March 2015: Aquarian Dream Lawsuit

In March 2015, the band Aquarian Dream filed a $150,000 lawsuit against Mac Miller for allegedly sampling their song "Yesterday (Was So Nice Today)" in his song "Therapy" from the 2014 mixtape Faces.

August 2015: Appraised Health

In August 2015, Mac Miller appraised he had become "definitely way healthier" since 2014, but "not completely sober".

September 18, 2015: Released GO:OD AM

On September 18, 2015, Mac Miller's third studio album, GO:OD AM, was released.

December 29, 2015: Released Run-On Sentences, Volume Two

On December 29, 2015, Mac Miller released Run-On Sentences, Volume Two, as Larry Fisherman.

2015: Released GO:OD AM

In 2015, Mac Miller released the studio album GO:OD AM with Warner Bros. Records.

February 2016: Stated Hated Being Sober

After stating he "hated" being sober in a February 2016 documentary, Mac Miller had become sober for three months by October 2016, noting his better mood and maintained creativity.

August 2016: Dated Ariana Grande

From August 2016 to May 2018, Mac Miller dated singer Ariana Grande.

September 16, 2016: Released The Divine Feminine

On September 16, 2016, Mac Miller's fourth studio album, The Divine Feminine, was released.

October 2016: Sober for Three Months

In October 2016, Mac Miller had become sober for three months, noting his better mood and maintained creativity.

2016: Released The Divine Feminine

In 2016, Mac Miller released the studio album The Divine Feminine with Warner Bros. Records.

April 2017: Living Regularly

When asked about his sobriety in April 2017, Mac Miller said he was now "living regularly".

May 2018: Arrest for DUI and Hit and Run

In May 2018, Mac Miller was arrested on charges of driving under the influence and hit and run after crashing into a utility pole. He was later released on $15,000 bail.

May 2018: Ended Relationship with Ariana Grande

Mac Miller's relationship with Ariana Grande ended in May 2018.

August 3, 2018: Released Swimming

On August 3, 2018, Mac Miller's fifth studio album, Swimming, was released to positive reviews.

August 6, 2018: NPR Tiny Desk Concert

Mac Miller's final public performances included an NPR Tiny Desk Concert released August 6, 2018.

August 2018: DUI Charges Filed

In August 2018, Mac Miller was formally charged with two counts of driving under the influence related to the May 2018 incident. The charges were later dropped due to his death.

September 3, 2018: Performed at Hotel Cafe

Mac Miller's final public performances included a small promotional performance at Hotel Cafe in Hollywood on September 3, 2018.

September 7, 2018: Mac Miller's Death

September 7, 2018, marks the day of Mac Miller's death. He was an American rapper known for his career in Pittsburgh's hip hop scene.

September 11, 2018: Fan Vigil at Blue Slide Park

On September 11, 2018, thousands of fans gathered at Pittsburgh's Blue Slide Park to hold a vigil for Mac Miller, commemorating his life and music. Blue Slide Park inspired his debut album.

September 2018: Self Care Rose to Number 33 on Billboard Hot 100

After his death in September 2018, the single "Self Care" rose to number 33 on the Billboard Hot 100, his highest peak as a lead artist at the time.

October 31, 2018: Mac Miller: A Celebration of Life Tribute Concert

On October 31, 2018, the "Mac Miller: A Celebration of Life" tribute concert was held at the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles, featuring performances and messages from friends and collaborators. Proceeds benefited the Mac Miller Circles Fund.

November 5, 2018: Cause of Death Determined

On November 5, 2018, the Los Angeles County Coroner's office determined that Mac Miller's death was caused by an accidental drug overdose, specifically a "mixed drug toxicity" involving fentanyl, cocaine, and alcohol.

2018: Released Swimming

In 2018, Mac Miller released the studio album Swimming with Warner Bros. Records.

January 2019: Mac Miller Circles Fund Exceeds $700,000

By January 2019, the Mac Miller Circles Fund had raised over $700,000 to support youth arts and community-building programs in Mac Miller's memory.

May 2019: Mac Miller Fund Issues First Grants

In May 2019, the renamed Mac Miller Fund issued its first grants, including $50,000 to MusiCares to launch their Mac Miller Legacy Fund, aimed at helping young musicians with substance abuse issues.

June 2019: Estate Approved Posthumous Music Releases

In June 2019, Mac Miller's estate began approving posthumous music releases.

September 2019: Arrests Made in Connection to Miller's Death

In September 2019, three men were arrested during the investigation into Mac Miller's death. They were charged in connection with supplying counterfeit oxycodone pills containing fentanyl that led to his overdose.

January 8, 2020: Family Announced Circles

On January 8, 2020, Mac Miller's family announced his first posthumous album, Circles.

2020: Posthumous Mixtape Releases

Between 2020 and 2023, Mac Miller's estate commercially re-released his mixtapes K.I.D.S., Faces and I Love Life, Thank You.

2020: Released Circles (Posthumous)

In 2020, the posthumous album Circles was released.

April 18, 2022: Ryan Reavis Sentenced

On April 18, 2022, Ryan Reavis was sentenced to ten years in prison for his role in distributing the pills that led to Mac Miller's death.

May 17, 2022: Stephen Walter Sentenced

On May 17, 2022, Stephen Walter was sentenced to 17 and a half years in prison for his involvement in supplying the drugs that contributed to Mac Miller's death.