The Anticipated Arrival of MRAK’s Debut Solo LP
The electronic music community is buzzing following a major revelation at the Untold Festival in Romania. On August 9th, Carmine Conte-widely recognized as MRAK-concluded his performance with a visual spectacle that confirmed what fans have been speculating about for months: his debut solo studio album, We Don’t Follow, is officially arriving this autumn.
As the set reached its climax, a countdown timer illuminated the stage, signaling a release date of October 2nd. This announcement, which quickly circulated via platforms like @technopyramids, marks a significant milestone for the Melodic Techno pioneer.
A Master of the “Unreleased” Craft
MRAK has long cultivated a reputation as the industry’s gatekeeper of exclusive soundscapes. As a core member of the iconic duo Tale of Us and a visionary co-founder of the Afterlife label, he is notorious for holding onto tracks for years-sometimes keeping high-energy anthems under wraps for over half a decade. This strategy of “ID teasing” has turned his live sets into treasure hunts for dedicated followers.
The upcoming project, sharing its title with his own imprint, We Don’t Follow, is expected to be a definitive collection of these long-guarded sonic secrets. For many, this album represents the “holy grail” of Melodic Techno, finally providing high-fidelity versions of tracks that have dominated festival circuits globally.
Why This Release Matters
This project is more than just a collection of songs; it is a pivotal moment in Conte’s career. Despite his massive influence on the genre, this will be his first full-length solo studio album. It also breaks a notable silence in his solo discography, as it has been over a year since his last individual offering, the evocative “All of the Lights” featuring braev, which dropped in August of last year.
With the global Melodic Techno market continuing to see exponential growth-often cited as one of the fastest-growing subgenres in electronic music today-the timing of this release is impeccable. By stepping away from the collaborative dynamic of Tale of Us to deliver a cohesive solo narrative, MRAK is poised to redefine the boundaries of the genre he helped build.
