Real Name: Mark King, Mike Lindup, and others
Date of Birth / Formation: 1979
Age / Status: Active 1979ÃÂâÃÂÃÂÃÂÃÂpresent
Level 42 is a British pop-rock and jazz-funk band that achieved major international success in the 1980s. Led by the virtuosic bass playing and vocals of Mark King, the band's sound was characterized by its infectious rhythms and sophisticated production. Their 1985 hit single 'Lessons in Love' became a massive worldwide success, reaching the top of the charts in several countries. Other hits include 'Something About You' and 'Running in the Family'. Level 42's music successfully blended funk and pop, making them a staple of the decade's radio and live scene. They have sold over 30 million records worldwide and continue to record and tour, maintaining a reputation as one of the most talented and enduring bands of the era.