Level 42 – Collected is a greatest-hits compilation that showcases the standout tracks from the British band Level 42, known for their sophisticated blend of jazz-funk, pop, and new wave. Formed in the late 1970s, the group gained wide acclaim in the 1980s with their tight musicianship, catchy hooks, and rhythmic grooves, led by Mark King’s distinctive slap bass and a polished, danceable sound.
This compilation brings together many of the band’s most popular and influential songs, including their memorable chart hits and fan favorites. The music spans upbeat funk-pop anthems, melodic ballads, and groove-driven tracks that highlight the band’s technical prowess and pop sensibility. With its smooth production and infectious energy, Collected offers an accessible overview of Level 42’s career highlights.
Pressed on vinyl, this LP provides a warm, analog listening experience that complements the band’s crisp arrangements and rhythmic clarity. It’s an essential addition for fans of 1980s pop-funk fusion and anyone looking to revisit or discover Level 42’s most enduring work.
1: Love Games
2: Love Meeting Love
3: (Flying On The) Wings of Love
4: Turn It On
5: Starchild
6: Weave Your Spell
7: The Chinese Way
8: The Sun Goes Down (Living It Up)
9: Micro-kid
10: Hot Water
11: The Chant Has Begun
12: Something About You
13: Leaving Me Now
Disc 2
1: Lessons in Love
2: Running in the Family
3: To Be With You Again
4: It's Over
5: Children Say
6: Heaven in My Hands
7: The Way Back Home
8: Tracie
9: Take Care of Yourself
10: Guaranteed
11: Forever Now
12: Take a Look
