Not Waving But Drowning

About

Not Waving, But Drowning isn't simply making music; he’s crafting sonic sculptures, each track a carefully constructed monument to the anxieties and fragmented beauty of the modern condition. Alessio Natalizia, the Italian-born, London-based mind behind the moniker, eschews easy categorization, weaving together threads of industrial grit, ambient textures, and the pulsating drive of techno into a singular, unsettling whole. His sound is a direct descendant of the pioneers of experimental electronic music – think Throbbing Gristle meets Aphex Twin adrift in a sea of digital noise. Natalizia first emerged with a string of EPs on Diagonal Records, quickly establishing his distinct aesthetic. However, it was his debut album, *Voices*, that cemented his position as a force to be reckoned with, receiving widespread acclaim for its raw intensity and innovative sound design. Collaborations with artists like Helena Hauff and Dark Mark vs. Skeleton Joe (Mark Lanegan & Joe Cardamone) further expanded his reach and underscored his willingness to explore the fringes of electronic music. Not Waving, But Drowning’s music has become synonymous with a specific kind of emotionally charged electronica. He's a sound designer for the disaffected, a sonic architect building structures from the rubble of a crumbling world. His recent work continues to push boundaries, exploring themes of isolation, technology, and the search for meaning in an increasingly chaotic landscape. He remains a key figure in the current wave of experimental electronic artists reshaping the sound of underground music.