MZ. 412, also known as Maschinenzimmer 412, is an industrial music project hailing from Sweden that has carved out a unique niche within the extreme electronic and ambient genres. The group was formed in 1988 by Henrik Nordvargr Björkk, Jonas Drakhon Aneheim, and Leif Holm who joined the band later. They are considered pioneers of the ‘black industrial’ subgenre, blurring the lines between industrial, dark ambient, and black metal with their menacing soundscapes and occult-laden themes.

MZ. 412’s discography is a descent into the darkest corners of sonic exploration, marked by albums that are harsh, ritualistic, and imbued with a sinister atmosphere. With seminal works like "In Nomine Dei Nosti Satanas Luciferi Excelsi," the group set the tone for their provocative aesthetic. This was followed by relentless auditory assaults such as "Burning The Temple Of God" and "Nordik Battle Signs," which solidified their status among industrial and dark ambient connoisseurs. The band's later releases, including "Hekatomb," "Domine Rex Inferum," and the broodingly atmospheric "Svartmyrkr," continue to showcase their evolution while maintaining the core elements of their signature foreboding sound. Even as MZ. 412's releases are sporadic, each album is received as a significant event in the underground music scene, further entrenching their legacy as icons of dark, experimental music.

Genres

Death Industrial

Martial Industrial

Power Electronics

Swedish Experimental

Latest Release

Macht Durch Stimme

MZ. 412

Album - 7 Tracks - Released August 12, 2022