11/08/2026
Barcelona-based Mack Loenz is a newly evolved alias from respected electro mainstay Larry McCormick, aka Exzakt. The project sits at the vanguard of a new electronic sound, bringing melodic, pop-influenced vocals to the underground. His electro-infused sound explores faraway cosmic worlds with a mix of melancholy, deep low-end bass and 80s synth stylings that are both nostalgic and futuristic. He became a regular on Lone Romantic after heavy support from Maceo Plex, and was already long established as Exzakt on influential labels such as Tresor, Fabric, and Skint. Mack Loenz represents a deliberate creative progression rather than a departure from his roots.
Across its ten tracks, the album moves through a palette that is both nostalgic and forward-facing, with glistening arps, soaring pads, and growling basslines shifting between physical club function and emotional extremes of melancholic yearning, romantic tenderness, and futuristic intensity.
Q: Please introduce yourself
Hi, I'm Mack Loenz, currently residing in Barcelona, Spain.
Q: One person you'd dream to have a coffee with?
I'd choose Rick Rubin. I've always admired his philosophy on creativity and his ability to help artists find the essence of what they're trying to express. I think a conversation about creating timeless music and trusting your instincts would be far more valuable than talking about success.
Q: If you could have any superpower, what would it be and why?
Time travel. I've always been curious by nature, so having the chance to explore both the past and the future would be impossible to pass up.
Q: If you would have been given the chance to do a film score, what movie would you choose and why?
Tron: Legacy. I honestly love Daft Punk's soundtrack, but I'd still love the opportunity to take a crack at it. It's one of my favorite films, and cinematically I think my style of music could fit that universe while bringing something different to it.
Q: Who influenced you the most in your music career and why?
Egyptian Lover. Not only because of his music's influence on my sound, but also because it was the first record I ever bought as a young teenager. Egypt, Egypt. I still have that record in my collection today. I'm also happy to say he's become an industry friend, and we've had the opportunity to work together on different projects and shows over the years.
Q: Tell us about your journey, what got you to where you are today?
I've always had an intense love for music. When I was very young, I'd come home from school and my father would still be at work, so a reel-to-reel tape of classic rock bands like Pink Floyd and Led Zeppelin became my babysitter.
As I got older, I started experimenting with little RadioShack samplers and cassette recorders, making my own sounds. Eventually I wanted to create the kind of music I loved, but there weren't many records that captured what I was hearing in my head, so I decided to make it myself.
Looking back, I honestly got lucky that things clicked within the first few months of fully committing to producing music.
Q: What’s one piece of advice you’d give to someone just starting out their career in music?
Always stay true to yourself and who you are. That's the key to longevity. While Mack Loenz is my current artist name, I previously released music as Exzakt for 25 years. What's kept me around this long is staying true to myself and my sound, regardless of trends or what people around me were doing.
I've always created what's in my heart.
Q: Can you recall a DJ set or performance of yours that remains unforgettable to you? Where did it take place, and what makes it stand out among all others?
I'd have to say my set at Copelia 101 in Madrid around 2006. At that point in my life, I was going through a difficult period personally and was honestly questioning whether I should continue making music at all. Before the club opened, I remember sitting on the speakers, taking in the room as people slowly started to arrive. There was something about the atmosphere that felt different. The moment I stepped behind the turntables, I felt an incredible connection with the crowd. Their energy fed mine, and for the first time I truly understood what it meant to connect with people through music on an international level.
One of the highlights was playing my own productions and watching people genuinely react to them. I'd played my own music before, but that night was different. It reignited my passion and made me realize that I wanted to continue sharing my music with audiences around the world.
That night changed the direction of my career.
Q: How has your music style evolved over the years?
Since my first release in 2000, it's been a constant evolution and learning experience. At its core, my approach has always stayed the same. I've always made music that reflects who I am and what I'm feeling in that moment. Every production has been an expression of an emotion, whether that's joy, heartbreak, or a personal experience.
The biggest change has been technical. Over the years, I've stopped worrying so much about gear, plugins, and production techniques, and instead focused on enjoying the creative process. I've learned that the best music comes from making it for yourself first, sharing it with the people closest to you, and then letting it find an audience that connects with it on a personal level.
Q: If you were to venture into another music genre, which one would you choose and why?
While I release music under several aliases across different genres, some of which are still secret even to my closest friends, if I had to choose one, it would be drum & bass. I've actually been producing it for the last couple of years but haven't released any of it yet.
When I first started making music, it was a choice between drum & bass and electro. I ended up choosing electro because the path was clearer and I had like-minded people around me to help me grow in that scene. My passion for liquid drum & bass has never gone away, and one day I'll finally start releasing it. What I love most is that there's no pressure or expectations. I make it purely for the enjoyment of creating music.
Q: Could you name 3 tracks that got you into electronic music and why?
1- Wicked Wipe – 10:59 PM.
This was the record I heard at a nightclub called The Edge in Fort Lauderdale, Florida that completely grabbed my attention. It had the same electro feel that I loved in the '80s but with a futuristic sound that brought it back to life. I literally ran to the DJ booth to find out what the track was. That was the moment I decided I wanted to become a producer and make music like that.
2- LTJ Bukem – Music.
One of the first electronic music CDs I ever owned was Logical Progressions. I listened to "Music" over and over again. It introduced me to the journey and emotion that liquid drum & bass could create. It also deepened my love of powerful low-end frequencies, something I'd always been drawn to after growing up listening to Miami bass. Maybe that's where the "Loenz" came from!
3- Goldie – Inner City Life.
What more can be said? It's one of the greatest electronic music tracks ever made. The emotion, beauty, vocals, and atmosphere are timeless. In many ways, it's the feeling I strive to capture with Mack Loenz. Music that combines uplifting melodies, solid rhythms, and deep bass to move people on an emotional level.
Q: Can you recommend a hidden gem in your home country that would be perfect for a rave?
A warehouse in Miami. That's where my passion for underground electronic music was really shaped. I experienced it from both sides, first as someone standing in the crowd, and then later as the DJ behind the decks in those very same environments.
There was something special about those raw warehouse raves. No distractions, just an incredible sound system, a dark industrial space, and people who were there purely for the music. That sense of community and connection had a huge impact on me, and it's an experience I've carried with me throughout my career.
Q: Could you tell us about your upcoming releases and plans for the year?
I'm incredibly excited about what's ahead. My new Mack Loenz album, From the Heart, releases on September 4th and is by far the most ambitious project of my career. Beyond the countless hours spent creating the music, an enormous amount of time and energy was spent bringing the entire vision to life. We'll be supporting the release with a number of tour dates throughout the year.
I'll also be releasing my final Exzakt studio album, Emerge, which took me a decade to create. And I have been working closely with Maceo Plex on some truly innovative projects that I think are going to surprise people and become real gems for collectors. All of these projects will be released through Lone Romantic.
Q: Can you share a fun fact about yourself that most of your listeners are probably unaware of?
A lot of people don't know that I went to college for graphic design, and it's become just as important to me as the music itself. I designed all of the artwork, videos, and visualizers for my upcoming album, From the Heart, and I'm also the lead graphic designer for Lone Romantic.
For me, music isn't just about what you hear. I love creating the complete visual world around a project so every detail tells the same story.
Thank you for giving me the chance to share my thoughts.
Mack Loenz - Right From Wrong (Club Mix) [Lone Romantic]