Level 42 is a British band formed on the Isle of Wight in 1980. The group was originally comprised of Mark King on bass and vocals, Mike Lindup on keyboards and vocals, and brothers Boon Gould on guitar and Phil Gould on drums. They became known for their unique blend of funk, pop, and jazz, which was underpinned by King's distinctive slap-bass technique. Level 42 gained popularity in the 1980s with a series of hit s
... MoreLevel 42 is a British band formed on the Isle of Wight in 1980. The group was originally comprised of Mark King on bass and vocals, Mike Lindup on keyboards and vocals, and brothers Boon Gould on guitar and Phil Gould on drums. They became known for their unique blend of funk, pop, and jazz, which was underpinned by King's distinctive slap-bass technique. Level 42 gained popularity in the 1980s with a series of hit singles and albums, achieving international success.
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