Outstanding!! Jazz-Funk fans, do not miss out on this one!!!

Review Score: (10/10)
I had the good fortune to be stationed with the Air Force in the U.K. from 1982 to 1984, and discovered Level 42 at that time through a co-worker. They had three albums out, and had come out with a fourth, "Standing in the Light", and I quickly snapped up copies of each. People in Britain and Europe were just getting around to discovering this group's talent. Mark King's bass playing is incredible, no other word describes it. Piano/synth and percussion are skilfully arranged and perfectly complement the guitar and saxophone performances. Everyone I had listen to them became an instant fan. Upon return to the U.S., I eagerly awaited "World Machine"'s release in summer 1985 and was not disappointed. This album to me represents the culmination of the Level 42 style demonstrated in their four previous outings, the kick-ass jazzy-funky instrumentals, uptempo vocals mixed with heart-moving ballads, and bona-fide dance club hits. I could play this album and the others over and over and never get tired of listening to them. I'd be hard-pressed to single out any song in particular on "World Machine", they all have elements that appeal equally to Level 42 fans. "Something About You" and "Leaving Me Now" have playability for Top-40 radio, but the title cut is a high-energy, hard-driving piece of work on which the band members outdo themselves. It's a shame the band has broken up, I'd dearly love for the band members to sign the LP covers I have of their first six albums, the rest are I have are on CD. Jazz fans everywhere, I strongly advise purchase of this recording, it's well worth it!!!

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