Alessandro Cortini, the Italian musician, songwriter, and composer, is best known for his work with Nine Inch Nails and his haunting instrumental electronic music as a solo artist. He founded the band modwheelmood and joined NIN as a touring member, later departing to focus on solo projects like blindoldfreak and Sonoio. Cortini's solo career has seen him release albums showcasing his mastery of analog synthesizers, as well as collaborations with artists like Merzbow and Lawrence English.

Born in Bologna and raised in Forlì, Cortini's musical journey began with recording songs on a boombox as a child. He later studied guitar in the US and became fascinated with modular synths, leading to his involvement with Nine Inch Nails and the creation of solo projects like Sonoio. Cortini's career has been marked by a prolific output of albums and collaborations, showcasing his talent for crafting atmospheric electronic music.