Artist: Level
Genre: Synth-Pop/R&B
Level 42 are a British band formed on the Isle of Wight in 1979, known for their sophisticated fusion of pop, jazz-funk, and synth-rock. Led by vocalist and bassist Mark King, whose slap bass technique became their sonic trademark, the band achieved significant success throughout the 1980s. Hits including 'Lessons in Love,' 'Something About You,' 'Running in the Family,' and 'It's Over' showcased their tight musicianship and accessible jazz-influenced pop. King's virtuosic bass playing influenced countless musicians. Level 42 demonstrated that complex musicianship could achieve mainstream success without sacrificing artistic credibility. The band continued performing with various lineups, and their sophisticated approach to pop remains influential among musicians who value technical excellence within commercial formats.
Level vinyl records (125)
LEVEL 42 Children Say (1987 UK 3-track 12 vinyl single including the Extended Remix of the title track a Remix of Starchild and five-part Platinum Edition Megamix picture sleeve POSPX911) Track Listing: 1. Children Say - Extended Remix 5:38 2. Starchild - Remix 3:25 3. The Platinum Edition Megamix 10:45 * Something About You * Lessons In Love * World Machine * Running In The Family * Its Over
£8.99 used
LEVEL 42 Heaven In My Hands (1988 UK 3-track 12 vinyl single including both the Extended and 7 versions plus Gresham Blues. The textured picture sleeve has a little light storage wear and the vinyl remains in Excellent condition PZ14) Track Listing: A1. Heaven In My Hands (Extended Version) B1. Heaven In My Hands (7 Version) B2
£9.00 used
LEVEL 42 Running In The Family (1987 UK 3-track 12 vinyl single including the Extended & 7 Versions plus Dream Crazy. The picture sleeve and vinyl remain in Excellent condition POSPX842) Track Listing: 1. Running In The Family (Extended Version) 2. Dream Crazy 3. Running In The Family (7 Mix)
£9.00 used
LEVEL 42 To Be With You Again (1986 UK 3-track 12 vinyl single including the Extended Version plus Micro Kid [Live Full Length Version] and Lessons In Love [Shep Pettibone Remix]. The glossy picture sleeve has minor shelfwear band the vinyl remains in Excellent condition POSPX855) Track Listing: Side A: 1
£14.00 used
STATUS QUO On The Level (1975 Japanese 10-track LP on the Vertigo spaceship label including the hit single Down Down. Complete with the Japanese/lyric insert & original obi-strip the picture sleeve is Excellent with minimal ageing [small date annotation to back of obi] & the vinyl is Excellent to Near Mint with few signs of play RJ-6033) Track Listing: 1
£95.00 used
LEVEL 42 Interview (UK Baktabak label limited edition PICTURE DISC LP featuring a different full colour image of Mark King onstage on each side BAK2043) Track Listing: Interview
£12.00 used
LEVEL 42 Take A Look (1988 UK 3-track 12 vinyl single including Extended Version & 7 Mix plus Man. Both the spot-gloss picture sleeve and vinyl remain in excellent condition with just light cosmetic surface wear PZ24) Track Listing: A1. Take A Look (Extended Mix) 7:42 B1. Man 7:24 B2. Take A Look (7 Mix) 4:41
£9.99 used
LEVEL 42 Guaranteed (1991 UK 7 single featuring the Edit Version and All She Wants recorded and produced by Level 42 and Wally Badarou at The Summerhouse. Housed in matt black picture sleeve with white & orange titles. PB44745) Track Listing: 1. Guaranteed (Edit) 2. All She Wants
£8.49 used
LEVEL 42 Take Care Of Yourself (1989 UK 3-track 12 vinyl single including the Extended Version plus live versions of Silence and Man both recorded at the Birmingham NEC housed in the glossy picture sleeve PZ58) Track Listing: 1. Take Care Of Yourself - Extended Version 2. Silence - Live 3. Man - Live
£12.00 used
THE LEVELLERS This Garden (1993 UK limited edition 7 Picture Disc single also includes an acoustic version of Life. The disc comes issued in the clear PVC sleeve WOKP2039) Track Listing: 1. This Garden - Single Version 2. Life - Acoustic Version
£9.00 used