World Machine

Level 42 achieved a high point on this record by merging their funk roots with sophisticated synthesizer textures. The music captures a specific mid-eighties focus on high-fidelity studio craft, resulting in a sound that is both complex and accessible.

Mark King uses his thumb-popping technique to anchor songs that remain grounded in pop arrangements. It stands as a defining release for the band, showcasing their ability to maintain technical performance while crafting material that stayed in rotation on the radio.