Scott McLemore Iceland
An American drummer living in Iceland trying not to disturb the huldufólk. He has been writing his own music since he quit piano lessons as a kid, and he almost has it figured out.
Scott McLemore recommends:
Ancestry
by Sunna Gunnlaugs
The latest from Icelandic pianist (and my wife) Sunna Gunnlaugs. This time extending her trio with the addition of special guest trumpet player from Finland, Verneri Pohjola.
go to album
Constant Movement
by Toggi Jónson Quintet
Toggi writes some of the catchiest melodies in Iceland. He's the bassist in Sunna Gunnlaugs Trio and this is his debut album as a leader. A strong set of groovy originals.
go to album
Ypsilon
by Andres Thor
Icelandic guitarist Andrés Thor is a 3rd of ASA Trio, but he's been putting out his own albums for a while. This may be his best yet, featuring the amazing Ari Hoenig on drums.
go to albumIf you like Scott McLemore, you may also like:
Distilled
by Sunna Gunnlaugs
supported by 5 fans who also own “The Multiverse 2”
Sunna is an amazing artist with a keen sense of harmony and a constant inventiveness. In addition, she has a very original style and a touch immediately recognizable. Sunna is one of my favorite artists.
go to album
Cielito Lindo
by Sunna Gunnlaugs
supported by 4 fans who also own “The Multiverse 2”
I bought this album as I really love piano trios. Sunna has a lovely straight ahead style whilst throwing in the odd avant-garde left turn. What really surprised me is I keep coming back to her again and again. This is music that gets under your skin. All three are consummate musicians. Check out ‘Summertime’ for the perfect example of how to cover a classic in style.
go to album
Fernweh
by Marbin
A collection of jazz standards from this Chicago artist recalls the genre’s swing era, with waltzing rhythms and skipping guitars.
go to album
