None

Released in 1994, None is the second EP by Meshuggah and serves as a critical evolutionary link in their discography. It marks the recording debut of rhythm guitarist Mårten Hagström, whose addition allowed Fredrik Thordendal to focus on more complex lead work and the band to explore denser rhythmic textures. Sonically, the EP moves away from the straightforward thrash of Contradictions Collapse toward the 'mechanical' style of Destroy Erase Improve. The production is notably more focused and punchy than their debut, though it retains an analog warmth that would be replaced by digital precision in later years. The centerpiece, 'Aztec Two-Step,' is a ten-minute behemoth that transitions from technical metal into a haunting, industrial ambient soundscape, signaling the band's willingness to experiment with non-metal textures. Critics often cite this release as the point where Meshuggah's unique identity truly crystallized.