By : Paul Cantor

DESCRIPTION : The first biography of rapper Mac Miller, the Pittsburgh cult favorite?turned?rap superstar who touched the lives of millions before tragically passing away at the age of twenty-six ?"Most Dope works as a reminder of Mac?s passion for hip-hop and his gifts as a MC. But the new book from music journalist Paul Cantor absolutely soars as a cautionary tale about drug addiction." -Esquire, "The Best Music Books of 2022 (So Far)" "Most Dope" #4 on Book Authority's "27 Best New Biography Books To Read In 2022" Malcolm James McCormick was born on January 19, 1992. He began making music at a young age and by fifteen was already releasing mixtapes. One of the first true viral superstars, his early records earned him a rabid legion of die-hard fans?as well as a few noteworthy detractors. But despite his undeniable success, Miller was plagued by struggles with substance abuse and depression, both of which fueled his raw and genre-defying music yet ultimately led to his demise. Through detailed