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Mark King is the lead singer and bassist of the jazz-funk band Level 42. He is known for his slap style of playing the bass guitar and his solo albums Influences, One Man and Trash.
Find out the latest news, albums, videos and tour dates of Level 42, the legendary British jazz-funk band led by bassist and vocalist Mark King. Pre-order the deluxe re-issues of their classic albums Standing In The Light, World Machine and Running In The Family.
Oct 12, 2022 · Learn how Mark King became a bass guitar icon with his funky slap style and his band Level 42's pop hits in the 80s. Find out how he injured his thumb, why he wears gaffer tape and what he thinks of his legacy.
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Jun 5, 2012 · Watch Mark King, the lead singer and bassist of Level 42, perform a stunning bass solo at the Jubilee Garden Party in Northwood House, Isle of Wight 2012. The video has over 1.4 million views and was uploaded by Bagpuss009.
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The longtime frontman for the British funk-pop group Level 42, Mark King was born in Cowes, England, on October 20, 1958. A onetime drummer, upon co-founding Level 42 in 1980 he moved to the bass, honing a distinctive thumb-slapping technique which became an integral element of the group’s sound.
Jul 22, 2020 · Mark King talks to Guitar World about his career, gear and the challenges of lockdown. The Level 42 frontman reflects on the band's rise to fame in the '80s and their online shows during the pandemic.
Jul 31, 2022 · Welcome to the official site of Level 42 and Mark King. This is where you'll find the latest official information on what the group is up to, new releases, and tour information.
