Mike Lindup
A great conversation with Level 42 co-founder Mike Lindup, as he reflects on the 40th anniversary tour for the World Machine album and looks ahead to some must-see dates for the Mike Lindup Trio in the next few weeks!
Episode 23: Phil Gould (Part 2)
Part 2 of our memorable conversation with original Level 42 drummer and lyricist Phil Gould recalls his separation from the band, his approach to songwriting then and now, his next musical project and much more! A must-listen for any Level 42 fan!
Episode 22: Phil Gould (Part 1)
Level 42 founding drummer, lyricist and visionary Phil Gould joins the guys for the first of a special two-part episode that goes deep into the 40th anniversary of the World Machine album, the band’s earliest days, Phil’s international influence as a drummer and the appreciation of his late brother Boon Gould. A long-awaited conversation not …
Episode 21: Top Trumpeter John Thirkell
In one of our most entertaining episodes to date, legendary trumpeter John Thirkell talks with the guys about his Level 42 years and the amazing – and often hysterical – experiences that has found him on 38 No. 1 songs to date!
Episode 20: The 40th Anniversary of ‘A Physical Presence’
Winston, Mikey and Bob C commemorate the 40th anniversary of Level 42’s supreme double live album “A Physical Presence,” and also discuss the current America is Calling video campaign to bring the band back to the U.S. in 2026.
Episode 19: Level 42 Producer & Engineer Julian Mendelsohn
Mikey, Winston and Bob talk with Level 42 long-time producer and engineer Julian Mendelsohn about his work with the band and how he provided the sweet sugar of 1980’s ear candy.
Episode 18: The 40th Anniversary of World Machine
To commemorate the 40th anniversary of Level 42’s career-defining World Machine album, Mikey, Winston and Bob go through this classic collection track by track – and struggle to pick the best or worst of it!
Episode 17: Level 42 ‘Fifth Member’ Wally Badarou
On this episode of Turn It On, legendary composer, keyboardist and producer Wally Badarou talks about his long-time role as the “spirit” of Level 42, his memorable experiences with the band and the exciting possibility of some new music in 2025.
Episode 16: An Update With Mike Lindup
Turn It On closes out the year with a wide-ranging chat with Level 42’s Mike Lindup, honoring his late mother, Nadia Cattouse, while celebrating his new single, Perplexity, the vinyl version of Changes 2 and his upcoming London solo show. Mike also answered some fan questions and noodled on the keyboard for us!
Episode 15: The 40th Anniversary of Mark King’s ‘Influences’
Bob, Mikey and Winston go deep into Mark King’s stellar solo album, “Influences,” on the 40th anniversary of its release, while also discussing Level 42’s forthcoming 2025 tour celebrating the World Machine album and exciting news items from Mike Lindup, Nathan King and Frost* and Yolanda Charles!