They sure know how to present heartbreak as both funky and soulful. Their music and vocals are always overflowing with passion... Thanks for watching! 🥰
@user-kv2jy9vc9eАй бұрын
great reaction my man!!! super awesome band for sure.
@retroreactions....Ай бұрын
Thanks so much Daniel! Love all the new discoveries I've made from Level 42 on this channel. Thanks so much for watching 😊
@samanthawaterman59785 ай бұрын
Leaving me now is such a great song!
@retroreactions....5 ай бұрын
Yes, another great L42 single. Thanks so much for watching Samantha!
@retroglide0424 ай бұрын
Another top track from the album is a good man in a storm.
@user-je6gu8lx7t3 ай бұрын
Ottimo!! 👏👏👏
@nathancrawley41493 ай бұрын
Leaving me now is my favourite song by level 42
@k2ashley3 ай бұрын
Have you ever seen Level play live ? Unbelievably good 👍
@retroreactions....3 ай бұрын
Hello. I've seen tons of concerts in my days, but sadly never Level 42. So glad though to finally be exploring their catalog. Thanks!
@k2ashley3 ай бұрын
@@retroreactions.... They are awesome live . This is one of there instrumentals kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqWUcoOIh8mXiZYsi=8nygA2ySqJ5G6Htx
@drmagic605 ай бұрын
I’m glad I caught this my fellow night owl! Great hearing Level 42 again! These both bring me back to when they came out….I used to listen to them a lot. I always love Mark’s bass and vocals along with Mike’s piano and vocals! Many more from them to hear down the road.
@retroreactions....5 ай бұрын
Aw, you caught this one real late, awesome! Yea, dinner still in the works for me LOL....LOVED both of these, just as I loved the others I've reacted to. So glad I choose 2 songs when these awesome bands' turns come up. Supertramp will be posted much earlier tomorrow! Have a great night.. 🌛
@drmagic605 ай бұрын
When you get to Level 42 again, I recommend a real fun song “You Can’t Blame Louis”…..just another great song from them. Also, if you’d check my comment from Enigma the other day, I’ve got a suggestion in it for you.
@retroreactions....5 ай бұрын
OK, let me go find it now..
@thethe62322 ай бұрын
love the Album “ wold machine “ ❤
@GM-vf7px4 ай бұрын
Leaving me now is Beautifully Crafted both inside and outside! Passion and Musicianship that simply for the most part is non-existant today! A thought provoking and sensual mind blowing tune that really causes you to examine the best and worst of the human spirit in this True Masterpiece!
@thilobraun34405 күн бұрын
What is still unbelivable is playing those Bass Lines live and singing at the same time. Easier when playing Guitar but Bass? Great Band.
@doctordemento96519 күн бұрын
If you like this... you should have... could have and should BE a musician. They are tier 1 musicans. This music isn't something you dismiss if you have an ear. I remember hearing them first thinking they were shallow... then re-listening... then putting them on the listening list when we mellowed out by the beach at sunset... and remembering. Just the best...
@retroreactions....19 күн бұрын
A superb band and I can't wait to discover much more! Thanks so much for watching..
@LincolnMoonlight3 ай бұрын
L42 is a band of substance and decent production, ohh... that bass, especially on Lying. Happy times! Another band of similar ilk is China Crisis. They have a good discography, and I'd recommend starting with Working with Fire & Steel, the title track, and The Soul Awakening from the same album. Both tunes are incredible and offer a solid juxtaposition. If you havent reacted to them yet, I sense they might be well viewed. Gratitude always! 🪷
@Musiquesaecouter5 ай бұрын
So happy you came back to Level 42, Brandon. 🎼All songs répertoire are gems I assure you, never deceived you will be. Exceptional crafted music in every tiny corner in all their areas from 1980 until, there they were particularly magic with this line up, beautiful keyboards (Synclavier, Yamaha DX7, PPG wave) by Mike Lindup, and voices also by Mark King, an the the brothers Gould. It was an awesome artistic story, many forget usually the involvement of Mr. Wally Badarou, keyboards and production. Have a nice day 😎!
@retroreactions....5 ай бұрын
Me too! Always a highly satisfying experience for me. All the right musicians aligned to create their special sound. Thanks for the watch, have a wonderful day!
@paulmcgeever53432 ай бұрын
Spot on my friend. Laying still a totally underated song in my opinion but i am biased as been listening to their great timeless music since the 80's and of course the recording and mixing .
@TheAlbumReviewGuy4 ай бұрын
Leaving Me Now has one of the best endings to a tune I’ve ever come across. The band were unstoppable in the 1980s and Marks technique on bass was exceptional. Great review. All the best. Dave✅✅
@reneelyons68365 ай бұрын
I love, love, LOVE the first song. 💙💙🎵🎶🎶
@retroreactions....5 ай бұрын
Perfect! Another band with awesome tunes all around 😌😊 Happy Friday!
@reneelyons68365 ай бұрын
Happy Friday!! 😃Play us some amazing music.💙🎵🎶🎶😃please?? and thank you!!🥰
@retroreactions....5 ай бұрын
I think I shall! Today's vid should go up about 4 or 4:30 PM PST 😊
@reneelyons68365 ай бұрын
All right!! NICE!! 😎☀🌻🥀
@seanswinton62422 ай бұрын
This is one their best songs ever. If you haven't heard this song live, listen to it! The keyboard player Mike Lindup's piano ending is fantastic!
@79BlackRose5 ай бұрын
I really loved your reaction to these gems Brandon! You literally covered every aspect of these amazing songs. It is really so impressive that you pick up so much from a 1st listen! The only thing I can add is that World Machine is a phenomenally good album. At this point, Level 42 could do no wrong. Mark's skill on the bass is always mentioned, but I liked how you drew attention to his fantastic vocals. And I concur that Mike Lindup's backing vocals are amazing and compliment Mark's so well.
@retroreactions....5 ай бұрын
Good morning! Glad you liked the reaction. You know I try to catch as many details of the music on first listen, as well as capture as much emotion as possible. Glad I finally added L42 back in the mix. A special and top 80s male voice for sure! Thanks for the watch and comment 😊
@Discoretrox4 ай бұрын
The end of lying still is spine tingling!
@retroreactions....4 ай бұрын
Love this band! Thanks for watching 🙂
@JamesCormier5 ай бұрын
Mellow 80s from the masters of smooth fusion jazz based pop music. Great reactions Brandon, and thank you.
@rickhawk225 ай бұрын
Great reaction and break down of two of their heartbreaking songs! Leaving me now is one of my all time favorites of theirs. That piano at the end just echos the emptiness you feel after a love lost. It didn’t hurt that I was wearing this record out when my HS girlfriend broke up with me. It’s Over from the album Running in the family is cut of the same cloth as these masterpieces. Thank you for reacting to them!
@retroreactions....5 ай бұрын
Thank you! Piano so excellent on LMN. Yes I have also reacted to It's Over before. Everything is great from this band! You're welcome and thanks so much for watching Rick 🙂
@79BlackRose5 ай бұрын
@@retroreactions....Mark's voice works extremely well for melancholic songs. They are a class act, no doubt!
@helenespaulding75625 ай бұрын
Mark Ming has a lovely voice imo.
@retroreactions....5 ай бұрын
Surely one of the best of the 80s. Did we ever talk about Mr. Mister? I also LOVE Richard Page's voice!
@helenespaulding75625 ай бұрын
@@retroreactions.... I can’t recall. Perhaps? Although don’t remember specifics. Send me a song! 😁
@retroreactions....5 ай бұрын
My all time fave from them, "Broken Wings": kzbin.info/www/bejne/pHzLf2SqlJyDe7s I'd surely think you have heard that one as well as their other big hit "Kyrie": kzbin.info/www/bejne/b3-nm6dqe995jbs
@helenespaulding75625 ай бұрын
@@retroreactions.... oh yeah…. I Do like Broken Wings. And I like everything about Kyrie except the chorus. The beginning is so “majestic” almost…reminds me of U2 whereas the chorus brings it down from its soaring to a common/sounding melody. Just my opinion of course. Gorgeous vocals. Why weren’t they bigger? Were they just TOO “pretty”? And thanks for the links! 😁
@retroreactions....5 ай бұрын
Maybe because they just released 3 albums in the 80s then called it quits? It's nice that they did come back in 2010 with another album though...
@grahamharley48955 ай бұрын
Not my favourites but rich and always quality. Really good listening.
@retroreactions....5 ай бұрын
Thanks bud...
@79BlackRose5 ай бұрын
I just logged in here again and there are 42 comments. That is a good level. 😊 But wait I have spoilt it now, hahaha! 😅
@retroreactions....5 ай бұрын
Oh!? If the band name dictates the # of comments I get, then I'm reacting to 10,000 Maniacs today!!! 😁
@johnpryer93955 ай бұрын
Wow! So glad you're reviewing Level 42 so favourably Brandon. They were The Beatles producer George Martin's band of choice to feature in the UK's Princes Trust concerts in the 80's. After 4 decades, I still listen regularly to Staring At The Sun - a mini masterpiece. Also well worth a review are: Tracie, Running In the Family, Lessons In Love, Heaven In My Hands and Two Hearts Collide. Happy Listening!
@retroreactions....5 ай бұрын
Yes, their sound is amazing!! Thanks for watching and for the suggestions! I will add them to my list. Lessons in Love is actually my favorite song by them up to now!
@johnpryer93955 ай бұрын
Almost forgot.... 'Guaranteed' was a really well constructed and performed single from the album of the same name album (1991) - only a minor hit - but imho has stood the test of time. I'd love to hear your comments. Cheers Brandon. @@retroreactions.... 🎸
@retroreactions....4 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@user-je6gu8lx7t3 ай бұрын
Brillante riflessione. Concordo. Grazie👏👏👏👏👏🤗
@LichaelMewis27 күн бұрын
3:41 what is that instrument peppered all through the song? Is that Mark on the bass? I watched it live but dont see him playing that. Whatever it is,.its unique and sounds great.
@retroreactions....27 күн бұрын
Hi. Like I said in your other comment, I'm convinced it was a keyboard and not a guitar, but of course I'm not 100% certain...🙂
@retroreactions....27 күн бұрын
Stellar tone for sure!!
@LichaelMewis27 күн бұрын
6:38 Please let me know I am also trying to figure out what the heck that sound is that's peppered throughout the song.
@retroreactions....27 күн бұрын
Hi there. That tone is SO awesome, but I couldn't find anything on further research. The sound came from either the Synclavier or another keyboard...Thanks for watching!
@catseye10094 ай бұрын
One of my jams from this group is “Running in the Family”.
@helenespaulding75625 ай бұрын
After discovering Level 42 through you (I think?) I stream them allot. Leaving Me Now is one of my favorites. Late posting, Brandon! Hope it wasn’t because you had a nasty day…… I’d for sure see them if they were to tour in the US but all I see are British and European dates.
@retroreactions....5 ай бұрын
Haha that was fast! I was actually going to let you know tomorrow that I chose one that you had suggested a while back. Yes, I believe I got you into this awesome band. Oh no, all is well, I'm just happy to be getting a few views after this sinfully late post time 😌
@helenespaulding75625 ай бұрын
@@retroreactions.... 😁🤗
@carlgibbons57775 ай бұрын
There is a song called It's Over on the follow up to this album that is the most emotional song in their catalog. One of the most emotional I have ever heard. Would definitely be worth a reaction:)
@retroreactions....5 ай бұрын
Hi there Carl. Actually It's Over was my first Level 42 reaction on this channel along with Mr. Pink! Here is the link if interested: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pKnVgGafedqfo7M Thank you
@carlgibbons57775 ай бұрын
@@retroreactions.... Thanks so much. Great song. I would suggest doing a Level song featuring keyboardist Mike Linddup on lead vocals. He sings lead on quite a few. Starchild would be my pick. So dancy and funky!
@retroreactions....4 ай бұрын
Cool, I've added your vote for that one, thanks!
@siubhan20474 ай бұрын
If I am understanding correctly what you are referring to with the "keyboard sound on the right side", then no, that was Mark King playing bass notes in a very particular way to make those sounds.
@retroreactions....2 ай бұрын
Wow, thanks!
@helenespaulding75625 ай бұрын
The style of piano playing reminds me a bit of Bruce Hornsby.
@retroreactions....5 ай бұрын
Good catch. I assume you've heard Lying Still before. I'm addicted to that 2nd half❣
@helenespaulding75625 ай бұрын
@@retroreactions.... I had not heard that one.
@retroreactions....5 ай бұрын
Oh nice!
@Musiquesaecouter5 ай бұрын
Bruce Hornsby the great, sure he is also an artistic legend, even if I love Mike Lindup so much ❤
@retroreactions....5 ай бұрын
Ah, Bruce, one of many on my list that I haven't added to the channel yet....
@bradparker61564 ай бұрын
I'd love to believe your choice of "Lying Still" was partially motivated by my request on your reaction to "It's Over". A bit presumptuous of me, I guess. But heartfelt thanks, Brandon, for your fairly detailed and in my opinion, accurate analysis of these two absolute tear jerkers. " Lying Still", amongst the multitude of excellent works by this great band, remains my favorite..
@user-je6gu8lx7t3 ай бұрын
Ottimo consiglio comunque👏👏👏👌🤗
@2cawwa25 ай бұрын
I find people that just have to let you know they were the first commenter annoying, so.
@retroreactions....5 ай бұрын
Haha...well you may know I give a little medal to the first commenter each day. Thanks for the late night or early morning watch! 😊 🥇
@helenespaulding75625 ай бұрын
I’ve reread all the comments and don’t see anyone saying “first”! What annoyed you so?