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The rise of a genre bending trailblazer; Post Malone

Some info about Post Malone’s life and info about how he rose to fame!
The rise of a genre bending trailblazer; Post Malone

Post Malone is an American rapper, singer and musician known for his unique blend of Hip Hop / Rock music. His real name is Austin Richard Post. He was born on July 4th, 1995 in Syracuse New York. Post Malone rose to fame after releasing his debut single, White Iverson in 2015. It became a viral hit on social media and streaming platforms. Since then, he has released several successful albums and singles collaborating with artists like Kanye West and Travis Scott. Post Malone’s music often explores themes like success, relationships, mental health and self discovery. Reflecting on his experiences and emotions. His distinctive style blends Hip Hop, Pop, Rock and R&B genres making him a versatile and innovative artist across various musical genres. A multi-instrumentalist Post plays guitar, bass, drums and piano, showcasing his musical versatility. He has collaborated with artists from various genres like Kanye West, 21 Savage and Ozzy Osbourne, further diverging his sound, despite facing criticism for his uncontroversial style. Malone’s experimental approach continues gaining global popularity and inspiring emerging artists. 

Post Malone has received critical acclaim and commercial success through his music career. His debut album Stoney and sophomore album Beer Bongs and Bentleys debuted at number one on the US billboard 200. It featured the hit singles Congratulations and Psycho. His third album, Hollywood’s Bleeding continues to succeed with topping singles like Sunflower and WoW known for his energetic life. Post Malone has headlined several tours and performed at various musical festivals. He has one multiple awards including a MTV Video Music Award and an American Music Award, he has also been nominated for several Grammy Awards.

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