FIRST TIME HEARING Level 42- "Leaving Me Now" & "Lying Still" (Reaction)

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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-kv2jy9vc9e]

great reaction my man!!! super awesome band for sure.

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Thanks so much Daniel! Love all the new discoveries I've made from Level 42 on this channel. Thanks so much for watching 😊

[@samanthawaterman5978]

Leaving me now is such a great song!

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Yes, another great L42 single. Thanks so much for watching Samantha!

[@retroglide042]

Another top track from the album is a good man in a storm.

[@user-je6gu8lx7t]

Ottimo!! 👏👏👏

[@nathancrawley4149]

Leaving me now is my favourite song by level 42

[@k2ashley]

Have you ever seen Level play live ? Unbelievably good 👍

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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!

[@k2ashley]

@@retroreactions.... They are awesome live . This is one of there instrumentals kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqWUcoOIh8mXiZYsi=8nygA2ySqJ5G6Htx

[@drmagic60]

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.

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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.. 🌛

[@drmagic60]

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.

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OK, let me go find it now..

[@thethe6232]

love the Album “ wold machine “ ❤

[@GM-vf7px]

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!

[@thilobraun3440]

What is still unbelivable is playing those Bass Lines live and singing at the same time. Easier when playing Guitar but Bass? Great Band.

[@doctordemento965]

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....]

A superb band and I can't wait to discover much more! Thanks so much for watching..

[@LincolnMoonlight]

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! 🪷

[@Musiquesaecouter]

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 😎!

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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!

[@paulmcgeever5343]

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 .

[@TheAlbumReviewGuy]

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✅✅

[@reneelyons6836]

I love, love, LOVE the first song. 💙💙🎵🎶🎶

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Perfect! Another band with awesome tunes all around 😌😊 Happy Friday!

[@reneelyons6836]

Happy Friday!! 😃Play us some amazing music.💙🎵🎶🎶😃please?? and thank you!!🥰

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I think I shall! Today's vid should go up about 4 or 4:30 PM PST 😊

[@reneelyons6836]

All right!! NICE!! 😎☀🌻🥀

[@seanswinton6242]

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!

[@79BlackRose]

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.

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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 😊

[@Discoretrox]

The end of lying still is spine tingling!

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Love this band! Thanks for watching 🙂

[@JamesCormier]

Mellow 80s from the masters of smooth fusion jazz based pop music. Great reactions Brandon, and thank you.

[@rickhawk22]

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!

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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 🙂

[@79BlackRose]

@@retroreactions....Mark's voice works extremely well for melancholic songs. They are a class act, no doubt!

[@helenespaulding7562]

Mark Ming has a lovely voice imo.

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Surely one of the best of the 80s. Did we ever talk about Mr. Mister? I also LOVE Richard Page's voice!

[@helenespaulding7562]

@@retroreactions.... I can’t recall. Perhaps? Although don’t remember specifics. Send me a song! 😁

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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

[@helenespaulding7562]

@@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! 😁

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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...

[@grahamharley4895]

Not my favourites but rich and always quality. Really good listening.

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Thanks bud...

[@79BlackRose]

I just logged in here again and there are 42 comments. That is a good level. 😊 But wait I have spoilt it now, hahaha! 😅

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Oh!? If the band name dictates the # of comments I get, then I'm reacting to 10,000 Maniacs today!!! 😁

[@johnpryer9395]

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!

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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!

[@johnpryer9395]

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.... 🎸

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Thanks!

[@user-je6gu8lx7t]

Brillante riflessione. Concordo. Grazie👏👏👏👏👏🤗

[@LichaelMewis]

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.

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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...🙂

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Stellar tone for sure!!

[@LichaelMewis]

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.

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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!

[@catseye1009]

One of my jams from this group is “Running in the Family”.

[@helenespaulding7562]

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.

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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 😌

[@helenespaulding7562]

@@retroreactions.... 😁🤗

[@carlgibbons5777]

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:)

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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

[@carlgibbons5777]

@@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!

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Cool, I've added your vote for that one, thanks!

[@siubhan2047]

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.

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Wow, thanks!

[@helenespaulding7562]

The style of piano playing reminds me a bit of Bruce Hornsby.

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Good catch. I assume you've heard Lying Still before. I'm addicted to that 2nd half❣

[@helenespaulding7562]

@@retroreactions.... I had not heard that one.

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Oh nice!

[@Musiquesaecouter]

Bruce Hornsby the great, sure he is also an artistic legend, even if I love Mike Lindup so much ❤

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Ah, Bruce, one of many on my list that I haven't added to the channel yet....

[@bradparker6156]

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-je6gu8lx7t]

Ottimo consiglio comunque👏👏👏👌🤗

[@2cawwa2]

I find people that just have to let you know they were the first commenter annoying, so.

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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! 😊 🥇

[@helenespaulding7562]

I’ve reread all the comments and don’t see anyone saying “first”! What annoyed you so?