The Multiverse
Scott McLemore's Ever-Evolving
Jazz Collective
Based in Iceland, the American drummer leads a shape-shifting, multinational quartet with a rotating cast of musicians
At the Reykjavik Jazz Festival in Iceland with (L-R) Pierre Perchaud, Nicolas Moreax, Scott McLemore and Hilmar Jensson.
The Concept
Scott McLemore's Multiverse is not just a band— led by the acclaimed drummer and composer, each iteration of The Multiverse represents a unique constellation of world-class musicians, captured in the moment of their creative convergence.
From the John Abercrombie inspired explorations of the original 2018 release to the intimate European tour documentation of "Knowing" (2022), each album serves as a sonic snapshot of different musical universes. The latest album "Onward" (due out on August 14, 2025) was recorded in Iceland and embraces the idea of getting unstuck.
With rotating musicians from Reykjavík, Paris, Oslo and Prague, The Multiverse showcases McLemore's compositional vision while celebrating the unique contributions of each collaborator, creating a body of work that is both cohesive and wonderfully unpredictable.
The Albums
Onward
Released 2025 on Sunny Sky Records
Hilmar Jensson - Guitar
Andrés Thor - Guitar & Pedal Steel
Nicolas Moreaux - Bass
Scott McLemore - Drums
STEP INTO THE MULTIVERSE
Knowing
Released 2021 on Sunny Sky Records
Hilmar Jensson - Guitar
David Dorůžka - Guitar
Nicolas Moreaux - Bass
Scott McLemore - Drums
The Multiverse
Released 2018 on Sunny Sky Records
Hilmar Jensson - Guitar
Pierre Perchaud - Guitar
Mats Eilertsen - Bass
Scott McLemore - Drums
Resources
Press Release
Printable PDF:
Onward One Sheet
Printable PDF:
Hi-Res Photos
One zipped file containing clearly labeled photos at press quality resolution.
Tech Rider
Full technical rider and stage requirements for 2 guitars, bass and drums.
The Multiverse can perform in various configurations depending on the specific album focus and available personnel.
Workshops & Masterclasses
With over 25 years of experience as a music educator and nearly four decades as a professional drummer, Scott McLemore brings a unique blend of real-world performance expertise and insight to educational institutions.
Creativity
His approach to education extends beyond traditional technique, incorporating insights from his acclaimed podcast "Keep the Flow," which explores the creative process and examines how various artistic disciplines can learn from each other.
Musicianship
Scott's extensive touring and recording experience—including five albums as a leader and collaborations with internationally renowned musicians—provides students with invaluable real-world perspectives on professional musicianship.
Composition
His workshops and masterclasses offer conservatories and music schools the opportunity to engage students in the process of composition — demonstrating how to use his concepts of minimalism, shifting context and dramatic tension to create engaging music.