Mikal Cronin, known for playing his part in Ty Segall‘s band as well as his own impressive solo work, has officially signed with Merge Records for the follow-up to 2011’s self-titled release (listen below). The new record will come out sometime next year.

That’s all we know for now – stay tuned! Until then, see Mikal in action playing with Ty Segall on tour, and at the Merge Records SXSW showcase in March 2013.