The best Level 42 albums

11 records, ordered by how much we can tell you about each one — not by chart position.

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World Machine

World Machine

1985

Showcases Level 42's blend of dance-rock and jazz-funk with accessible tracks that highlight their rhythmic intricacy and melodic layering.

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    Staring at the Sun

    Staring at the Sun

    1988

    A vibrant mix of dance-rock rhythms and jazz-funk grooves, underpinned by introspective lyrics and catchy melodies.

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    Retroglide

    Retroglide

    2006

    A vibrant blend of jazz-funk grooves and polished pop-rock melodies, brimming with infectious energy and introspective lyrics.

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    The Pursuit of Accidents

    The Pursuit of Accidents

    1982

    A vibrant fusion of jazz-funk grooves and new wave melodies punctuated by energetic rhythms and sophisticated arrangements.

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    True Colours

    True Colours

    1984

    A vibrant blend of jazz-funk and new wave rhythms infused with pop sensibilities and lyrical depth.

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    Level 42

    Level 42

    1981

    A vibrant fusion of dance-rock and jazz-funk, blending catchy hooks with intricate musicianship and rhythmic grooves.

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    The Early Tapes – July/Aug 1980

    The Early Tapes – July/Aug 1980

    1982

    A vibrant blend of jazz-funk grooves and pop rock melodies, showcasing early experimentation with dance rhythms and sophisticated songwriting.

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    Running in the Family

    Running in the Family

    1987

    A vibrant fusion of jazz-funk grooves and catchy pop melodies that define the sound of late '80s British music.

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    World Machine

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    1985

    A vibrant fusion of dance-rock rhythms and jazz-funk grooves elevates emotive vocals into an infectious, sophisticated pop experience.

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    Guaranteed

    Guaranteed

    1991

    A blend of dance-rock rhythms and jazz-funk grooves, layered with introspective lyrics and vibrant melodies.

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    Standing in the Light

    Standing in the Light

    1983

    An energetic blend of jazz-funk, new wave, and dance-rock that captures the vibrant spirit of early '80s pop.

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    Forever Now

    Forever Now

    1994

    A fusion of jazz-funk and pop rock, blending intricate grooves with introspective lyrics that explore personal themes.