History of Post Malone in Timeline

Post Malone (Austin Richard Post) is a highly successful American rapper, singer, songwriter, record producer, and actor. He is celebrated for his genre-bending musical style, uniquely blending elements of hip-hop, pop, R&B, trap, and country. His stage name, Post Malone, originated from a rap name generator using his birth name.

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July 4, 1995: Austin Richard Post Born

On July 4, 1995, Austin Richard Post, known professionally as Post Malone, was born in Syracuse, New York. He would later become a successful rapper, singer, songwriter, record producer, and actor.

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2010: Auditioned for Crown the Empire

In 2010, Post Malone auditioned for the American band Crown the Empire, but was rejected after his guitar strings broke during the audition. This event influenced his early musical pursuits.

2011: Began Musical Career

In 2011, Post Malone began his musical career, marking the start of his journey in the music industry.

2014: Released First Mixtape Y.A.T.R.

In 2014, at the age of 16, Post Malone released his first mixtape, Y.A.T.R., also known as Young and After Them Riches, using the audio editor Audacity and showed it to his classmates at Grapevine High School.

February 2015: Uploaded "White Iverson" to SoundCloud

In February 2015, Post Malone uploaded his song "White Iverson" to his SoundCloud account upon completion, alluding to Basketball Hall of Fame player Allen Iverson in the lyrics.

July 19, 2015: Released Music Video for "White Iverson"

On July 19, 2015, Post Malone released a music video for his single "White Iverson". The song received praise from Mac Miller and Wiz Khalifa.

August 2015: Signed with Republic Records

In August 2015, Post Malone signed a recording contract with Republic Records, marking a significant step in his professional music career. That same month, he performed at Kylie Jenner's 18th birthday party and met Kanye West, leading to a collaboration on West's single "Fade" in 2016.

2015: Released Debut Single "White Iverson"

In 2015, Post Malone gained recognition with his debut single "White Iverson," which peaked at number 14 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100. This release marked a significant milestone in his early career.

April 20, 2016: Premiered "Go Flex" on Beats 1

On April 20, 2016, Post Malone premiered his new single, "Go Flex" on Zane Lowe's Beats 1 show.

May 12, 2016: Released Mixtape August 26

On May 12, 2016, Post Malone released a full-length project, a mixtape, titled August 26, referencing the intended release date of his debut album.

June 9, 2016: National Television Debut on Jimmy Kimmel Live!

On June 9, 2016, Post Malone made his national television debut on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, performing "Go Flex."

June 2016: Considered for XXL Freshman Class

In June 2016, XXL editor-in-chief Vanessa Satten revealed that Post Malone was considered for XXL's "2016 Freshman Class" magazine cover, but his camp indicated he was moving away from hip hop. Malone denied these claims, affirming his continued focus on hip-hop.

August 2016: Apologized for Delay of Album 'Stoney'

In August 2016, Post Malone issued an apology for the delay of his album, Stoney. It was later available for pre-order on November 4 and released on December 13.

December 2016: Views on Politics and Inauguration Performance

In December 2016, Post Malone expressed that he would not be opposed to performing at Donald Trump's inauguration if asked, though he stated neither Trump nor Hillary Clinton were fit for president and supported Bernie Sanders during the election.

2016: Signed with Republic Records and Released 'Stoney'

In 2016, Post Malone signed with Republic Records and released his debut studio album, Stoney, which peaked at number four on the Billboard 200 and featured the hit single "Congratulations" (featuring Quavo).

2016: "Why Don't You Love Me" Reappeared Online

In 2016, a parody synth-pop ballad song called "Why Don't You Love Me" released at age 17 by Post Malone under the alias Leon DeChino for a school project, reappeared online.

February 2017: Revealed Title of 'Beerbongs & Bentleys'

In February 2017, Post Malone revealed the title of his next project as Beerbongs & Bentleys, with an initial release planned for December before being pushed back to 2018.

June 2017: DJ Set at Emo Nite

In June 2017, Post Malone appeared for a DJ set at Emo Nite in Los Angeles, California, where he played songs by the American alt-rock band My Chemical Romance, showcasing his affinity for alternative rock music.

October 2017: 'Stoney' Certified Double Platinum

In October 2017, Post Malone's album 'Stoney' was certified double platinum by the RIAA, recognizing its commercial success. It featured hits like "Congratulations", "I Fall Apart", and "Deja Vu".

November 2017: Dislike for Trump and Views on Gun Ownership

In a November 2017 interview for Rolling Stone, Post Malone expressed a dislike for Donald Trump, revealed he has a large collection of guns, and believes it is an American right to own and operate guns.

February 20, 2018: Previewed "Psycho" with Ty Dolla Sign

On February 20, 2018, Post Malone previewed his new song "Psycho" with Ty Dolla Sign, generating anticipation for its release.

February 23, 2018: Released "Psycho" and Announced Tour

On February 23, 2018, Post Malone released "Psycho" and announced a tour with 21 Savage, marking a significant moment in his career. The song debuted at number 2 on the Billboard Hot 100.

April 5, 2018: Announced Release Date for Beerbongs & Bentleys

On April 5, 2018, Post Malone announced that Beerbongs & Bentleys would be released on April 27, 2018. He also premiered the song "Stay" during a Bud Lite Dive Bar show in Nashville.

April 27, 2018: Released 'Beerbongs & Bentleys' Album

On April 27, 2018, Post Malone released his highly anticipated album Beerbongs & Bentleys, which broke first-day streaming records on Spotify with 78.7 million streams worldwide and debuted at number one on the Billboard 200.

May 2018: Plans to Start Record Label and Film Production Company

In May 2018, Post Malone's manager announced plans for Malone to start his own record label and film production company. He also won Top Rap Song at the Billboard Music Awards for "Rockstar".

June 2018: Confirmed Writing Third Album and Posty Fest

In June 2018, Post Malone confirmed he was writing his third album and announced the "Posty Fest" music festival in Dallas, Texas, scheduled for October 28, promising a 'blockbuster' lineup.

August 2018: Broke Billboard Chart Record and Teased Mac Miller Collaboration

In August 2018, Post Malone's album Stoney reached its 77th week on Billboard's Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart, breaking Michael Jackson's 34-year-old record with Thriller. A collaboration album with Mac Miller was also teased in August 2018.

November 2018: End of Relationship with Ashlen Diaz

In November 2018, Post Malone's three-year-long relationship with Ashlen Diaz came to an end.

November 2018: Recording Third Album in Utah

In November 2018, it was confirmed that Post Malone was recording his third album in his Utah home. He also previewed his song "Sunflower", a collaboration with Swae Lee, from the soundtrack to the film Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.

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2018: Views on U.S. Government

During a trip to Canada in 2018, Post Malone stated that "The biggest lie in the world is the U.S. government," calling it "a fucking reality show."

2018: Released 'Beerbongs & Bentleys'

In 2018, Post Malone released his second album, Beerbongs & Bentleys, which debuted atop the Billboard 200 and set streaming records. It featured number-one singles like "Rockstar" (featuring 21 Savage) and "Psycho" (featuring Ty Dolla Sign).

February 10, 2019: Performed at the Grammy Awards

On February 10, 2019, Post Malone performed with the Red Hot Chili Peppers at the 61st Grammy Awards.

July 2019: Released "Goodbyes" and Announced Runaway Tour

In July 2019, Post Malone released the single "Goodbyes" (featuring Young Thug) and announced the Runaway Tour with Swae Lee as the opener.

July 25, 2019: Announced Album Finished at Cheyenne Frontier Days

On July 25, 2019, Post Malone announced that his album was finished at Cheyenne Frontier Days, generating excitement for its upcoming release.

August 26, 2019: Announced Hollywood's Bleeding Album Title

On August 26, 2019, Post Malone announced on Twitter that his third album would be called Hollywood's Bleeding and would be released on September 6, 2019.

August 30, 2019: Released "Circles"

On August 30, 2019, Post Malone released the song "Circles", following a performance at his second annual Bud Light: Dive Bar concert and confirmation that the official song would be released the following week.

September 6, 2019: Released 'Hollywood's Bleeding' Album

On September 6, 2019, Post Malone released his third studio album, Hollywood's Bleeding, which debuted at number one on the Billboard 200, selling 489,000 album-equivalent units in its first week.

2019: Released 'Hollywood's Bleeding'

In 2019, Post Malone released his third album, Hollywood's Bleeding, which also topped the Billboard 200. It included the hit single "Circles," which spent 61 weeks on the chart.

March 2020: Concerns about On-Stage Behavior

In March 2020, a video surfaced showing Post Malone behaving oddly on stage during his song "I Fall Apart", sparking concerns among fans about his health and well-being. Malone and his manager later clarified that he was not on drugs and his behavior was part of his act.

2021: Tattoo Count

As of early 2021, Post Malone had at least 78 tattoos, some of which he inked himself, and he has also tattooed several friends.

May 2022: Announcement of First Child

In May 2022, Post Malone announced that he was expecting his first child with his current girlfriend.

2022: Recovery from Alcoholism

During a 2022 interview with Howard Stern, Post Malone revealed he has struggled with alcoholism, but has recovered with the help of his fiancée.

2022: Released 'Twelve Carat Toothache'

In 2022, Post Malone released his fourth album, Twelve Carat Toothache, which peaked at number two on the Billboard 200. It featured top ten singles "I Like You (A Happier Song)" (featuring Doja Cat) and "One Right Now" (with the Weeknd).

2023: Released 'Austin'

In 2023, Post Malone released his fifth album, Austin, which peaked at number two on the Billboard 200. This album explored pop rock and featured the single, "Chemical".

2024: Singles debuted atop Billboard Hot 100

In 2024, two singles featuring Post Malone debuted atop the Billboard Hot 100: his guest appearance on Taylor Swift's "Fortnight", and his first country pop song, "I Had Some Help", with Morgan Wallen. Additionally, "I Had Some Help" served as the lead single of his sixth album, F-1 Trillion (2024), experimenting with the country genre and becoming his third non-consecutive number-one album on the Billboard 200.

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