Common Courtesy is preparing to release “Shadow Steps (Water Vol. 3), the latest chapter in his ongoing Water Series — a body of work shaped by themes of reflection, healing, and personal growth. This third installment leans into a calmer, more grounded sound, balancing clarity with relatability. Built on lush textures and meditative rhythms, the project is designed to guide listeners toward a sense of peace while exploring the deeper currents of emotion and resilience.
The Water Series began as Common Courtesy’s way of processing his mother’s battles with a brain tumor and lung cancer, transforming pain into a creative outlet. What started as a personal form of coping has grown into a larger artistic journey, one that resonates with anyone navigating the unknown. “Shadow Steps” continues this path, offering a soundtrack for balance, wellness, and moving forward even when the future feels uncertain.
Drawing sonic influence from artists like FJK, Flying Lotus, Aphex Twin, and MF Doom, Common Courtesy blends electronic experimentation with emotional depth. His dream collaborators — from Erykah Badu and Lauryn Hill to Massive Attack and Hiatus Kaiyote — reflect his wide-reaching vision of merging soul, jazz, electronic, and hip-hop into something timeless.
With “Shadow Steps (Water Vol. 3),” Common Courtesy proves that music can be more than sound — it can be a vessel for strength, a tool for healing, and a way to leave behind a lasting impact.
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