This is a nearly 64 year-old-man, world, musical legend… who has the absolute decency and circumspection to conduct this interview with this lovely young lady, Izzy…Just setting out…Massive respect and joy…🥰

He's just a genuine friendly man . And a hero of mine. Fame has not made him into an arrogant person. Fantastic questions and wonderful answers. Such a lovely interview.

What a seriously classy bloke Mark King is. So cool that he supported you, Izzy, and treated you with absolute respect. Great interview! 👏👏👏

Mark King is just an absolute joy. Both personally and as a musician. What a legend!!

The man was given the right name at birth. A true king 🙏🏻🤙🏻

Absolute genius. Such an inspirational guy. I bumped into Mark in Morrisons supermarket in Shanklin IoW. Never did pluck up the courage to stop and chat to him though!

One of the most original bassists in the business. What a gent too 👍

Mark king is one of the best bass players in the world and a genuine nice down to earth guy ,Level 42 are always fabulous to see live!

One of the nicest music legend out there to date! Love this guy!

The nicest guy. I love the the respect he's giving your great questions and how he's not talking down to you as a younger person. Well done Izzy and good luck with your career - you got some exclusives here.

Thanks for doing this! Great interview and a damned fine subject. I'm a level head for 35+ years! Mark is a gentleman.

level 42 is one my favorite bands ever, thank you for this interview!!

What an absolutely wonderful interview! Mark was so relaxed, the questions were superb! Bravo Izzy!

When I was learning the bass as a teenager in about 86, I tried and tried to play the lines to Lessons In Love. No chance. I just couldn't get over how can someone be that fast and that tight with rhythm? This is a band that was pure pop really but the most amazing musicians. Add to that Mark King and all that band are gentlemen. They are musicians who became famous as a product of their skills. Not like in modern times where people are famous for being famous and are usually awful people.

hands down one of my favorite musicians on the planet...nice interview...

Mark King A legend ...wow you inspired my son .. classical piano player, blues jazz he loves them all ..The best times forever, seriously , was when Bill Haley came to the Gaumont Coventry, after that it exploded the music scene Larry Parnes brought over Gene Vincent , Eddie Cochran, The Everly Brothers, Billy Fury .we were very close to Gene ..... he was awesome , a beautiful person ... .. then Matrix Coventry the Yardbirds, The hollies, The Stones, The Who' these guys, just were amazing , completely and utterly looney's but could they play . phew' Soft Machine and other great bands appeared at the Uni in Coventry ... Ronnie Scotts club was bursting at the scenes with talent amazing talent . We could take our pick . the World was a buzz, You have the greatest show on Earth 'Woodstock' , Jimmy Henrix, Janice Joplin .. Jim Morrison . Joe Cocker ....Every act was perfection , the songs, these artists were writing, the words, so many messages for the World . but hey ho' what have the youngsters got now ...;I have never witnessed such depressions, there are no 'live concerts' just electronic 'junk' every youngsters head is starring at either computers unsmart phones or these mind destroying repticious games , the real world has disappeared into oblivion . GOOD BYE fun times helo enjoy the matrix . H G Wells the Time Machine we're in it

Love Mark and the band! All the way in Utah!

Incredible player, lead singer and wonderful man. I saw them open for Steve Winwood in the mid eighties. I knew their hit but nothing about the band. As a bass player I was in utter disbelief that this guy was playing this stuff AND singing great lead vocals. It was mesmorizing.

Good interview, well done Ms. Russell

My friend and I attended the performance at the colosseum in Portland Oregon with the LEVEL 42 as the kicker then Tina Turner. Neither of us had seen Tina Or The awesome boys from the Isle of white and my female friend was smitten by Mike Lindup , and what girl with any marbles wouldn't. Just as soon the boys ended the encore, I turned to look at my friend.... We got up in unison and bolted for the back door where the Level 42 bus was likely to be parked. There was I light sprinkle more like heavy cold steam oh yeah , fog . Wasn't hard to find the bus, and much to our surprise there was no one else to meet these very kind humble and talented. As my dear friend Andre began climbing onto the bus hoping to ride off with Mister Lindup who was already hitched I would expect. Mark king was kind enough to step just on the stair as I approached and I said it's nice to meet you mister King, blah blah blah then I asked. Him advice for a green horn bassist. Just what he mentioned in this KZfaq interview, get with a drummer. I said well thank you ,this makes perfect sense. Then I handed him a multi colored wool scarf from Nordstroms in downtown Portlandia. He simply said well thank you , I feel warmer already ! I will always appreciate your d Message of hope for the resolution of the ongoing competitive strife selfishness and the resultant conflicts resulting in perpetual war. " As the lyrics states " And somehow life's going on and when it's said and done who will pay the bill it's such a bitter pill . But the battle is in your head ,one we always lose whichever side we choose because when the fighting is done we hear the distant guns of all those fighting still." I like to think that ," Love in a peaceful world was a song of our meeting that drizzly day 😊 well it always will be for me. Sincerely Sam Rogers 65 year old dude who signed up for military service to find a life beyond the strife of my dear parents who were just Kids trying to navigate the stress of reaching for the American Dream and resolve the personal trauma when my step father was abused with violent acts by his Friendsville Tennessee absentee father. I knew without a shadow of a doubt that although I was the result of a short affair by my Mother when I came home after school on day to walk into the house just as my mother said, " Well he isn't your son anyway." I never saw the man cry but this once , it was a surprise to me because he never treated me on iota differently. I was pissed at the cruelty she exhibited toward this gentle kind hard working funny and deeply spiritual Man .He possessed a certain wisdom that He carried with him. You could see it. And I would think .... Oh cool ! Yeah ! Like the time he was getting a small pool to kick back in the summer and he had paid for this pool in advance and when he realized that the pool was a bait and switch thing, he didn't lose his cool he just got even more cool when with the recipet for the pool in hand found a 17 horse chrome plated Go Cart engine ! That he picked up and we ,(:me and my two older brothers ) all strolled out like the Dukes of Dover! Man did that Go Cart Flat Move! Life in retrospect is Tripping me out ! Ive gotten somewhat pontifical! Lol ! Peace to all that lives ! That's a bit of my Wise English Teacher who has blown the doors of all the big mystery about God , religion , etc ... Beyond the dogma and opinions built upon tradition of a people then we have a the secular division etc etc .. This selfish strife never ends until we begin to judge without mercy that of ourselves. The answer is plain as the grimy though you might have in your mind at this very moment. Change your thoughts and you will change your world! I think a couple other pretty wise dudes like, oh Buddha and Oh um Jesus. It's such a relief that they aren't the first nor will they be the last Saints Saviors ,enlightened beings. The Christed One! We , each and every single solitary soul will eventually reach this divine achievement ! James Allen quote," where Self is ( egoism), Truth is not. Where TRUTH is SELF is not. 💥🎇💟🕉️☮️☯️☪️🪷✡️🪯🕎🔯⚛️☸️🛐🎆🪷PEACE , LOVE AND KEEP IT LIGHT YA'LL.

In the late 80's I worked in the Sound Department of the national TV station of Ireland & Mark & the band were the main act on the primer show that week. Normally after the evening meal break I would go back early to the studio & take advantage of the free time to play the Steinway piano in the studio when nobody was there, I'm not a piano player, but I loved trying to put together some jazz progressions...just fiddling around & on a steinway they always sounded great, as almost everything does. To my surprise Mark arrived in & we chatted for a few minutes before the Presenter, Director & Musical Director also arrived, all of whom I knew well. As a group they stood around the piano discussing how his input on the show show should go while Mark kept referring to me when it came to any musical questions....much to the confusion of the of the Musical Director. It was fun to watch his confused face but I thought it was best to clear things up and explain what had happened. I was the sound guy & Frank was the MD.......It was fun for me to have met Mark & to have been held in such esteem. A lovely guy & a great musician.

Humility is a very noble human characteristic can't pay a higher compliment.

He seems a genuine guy, respect to Mark King

I first saw Level 42 at the Queensway hall in Dunstable 1882 I’m still deafened by all those blooming whistles everybody used in the 80’s

Great interview Izzy really well done! I first saw them when I was 14 in 1981 at the Fairfield Hall in Croydon and have seen them many times since, and I’ll keep going as long as they do. MK is definitely a hero of mine and seeing them live just makes life that little bit better.

What a genuine and gracious man !

Great interview! Mark King has a lot of clarity, he is very polite, besides being a brilliant musician!

Great solid advice from the great Mark King..... really interesting interview thanks Izzy! He gave you some real wisdom there....

Wry classy. My respect (which was already high) just shot through the roof. No ego narcissism about him and truly engaged and thought ful answers to her questions. Gods bless you Mark!

oh my, how much we love these guys and their music!

In 1980, I was young, pro bassist, working with a name act on a summer season (and paid handsomely for my sins) when I first heard Level 42 - which really inspired me and my writing. Thanks, Mark.

I smiled all the way through this. Fabulous!!

An amazing bassist, an even more amazing person. The King! Thank you for all the music you have given and will continue to give! Great interview.

Mark is a fantastic artist and person! Love his work and him as a fellow man.

Fantastic interview! I was Level 42 in Swansea in 1982? The were amazing, it was Christmas time and they might have had a drink but were absolutely killing it. So funky. Such a nice guy! 👍

Been a dutch Level 42 fan for ages. (Even before Running in the family came out). They have been an inspiration to start playing bass myself. The first time I saw them live was in Ahoy (Rotterdam, Netherlands) back in 1989 I think it was. After that three more times within the last 30-ish years. The last time I believe I saw them in Utrecht and I even remembered I shed a tear or two, thinking to myself, “How much more often will these guys (Mike Lindup was back where he belonged too) peform live on stage..?” It was still thát good. It maybe was better than ever before, since they stayed true to the old stuff. Well… maybe one more time? ;-)

Making mistakes is a part of life's imperfections.

This was great. One of my favourite bass players. Always made my jaw drop when I saw Level 42 live shows

Thats it ! Stay near the Fire,the fire didnt wait for you. Mark brought it all into -:)

Brilliant to watch and listen. Great interview and what a Gent! A hero of mine still.

Fantastic interview with Mark. As you can see he is very down to earth and so friendly. Interviewing him especially at his home would be a dream come true for us Level 42 fans. Keep up the great work.

The comments at 4:40 seconds... you have to play LIVE... this is just so true. I have a studio in France now and just play small gigs singing in our local bars... but the interaction is EXACTLY the same as playing all those years ago. Second piece of gold... If you stay away from the fire, you'll get cold...

Lovely. Well done. Mark, you’re a gem.🙏

One of the best interviews by King.

Mark...... Love the Band, still intrigued with the guitar style after all these years! Oh, btw.......just take a link or two out of that jubilee bracelet!

great job Izzy,Thank you and mark,

Playing slap bass guitar while singing is not easy and Mark is doing it effortless 👋👋👋

Respect to the king

I loved this interview.

Great that Mark is talking drums up front and the importance of time, love his bass playing though. Phil Gould was amazing drummer

Cracking musician - nice interview.

Can't wait to see them in 3 days!!

Still looking great the King 👑 and still technically on top! Rare to see that kind of superior musicianship in a lot of older still touring musicians. Just watch Metallica now and back then for example. Sad show. Level 42 are still doing a great job doing their live shows.

Fantastic interview, thanks Izzy! 👍👏

Proper legend

Lvel 42 are one of the best band EVER and Mark is a beast!

Wonderful down to earth interview from a giant! Congratulations Izzy!

what a wonderful discovery this video is! and how thoroughly decent is Mark King ! Great interview Izzy

Such a wonderful interview Izzy. I know Sean, the sax player in Level 42, although I haven't had the pleasure of meeting Mark yet. As an 80's child, growing up there is no doubt that Level 42 inspired me and my band in England... I played funk in the early 90's until Jamiroquoi came along. But Level 42 were my first inspiration, and Leaving Me Now is still absolutely one of my all time favourite songs.

what a great interview with one of my favorite musicians in this world. Mr King is a wise man..."Just keep doing it"...straight to the point...just follow his advice and you cant go wrong...either way keep up the great work.

Well done Izzy great interview!! Great advice from Mark too 👍🙂

Such a wonderful interview!

Lots of wise words. Imagine Level 42 being booed off the stage - you can always count on the Germans being honest.

Great interview Izzy, well done.

Excellent interview. This girl has earned more subs. Mark seems like a great dude. Go on peeps, like and subscribe

Great interview with one of my big heroes. I always wondered how "schooled" he is, regarding theory, reading and so on. His solo-album is one masterful piece of work. Cheers from Italy!

A great Band.

As @Mr Omlette says below; really great questions and amazing valuable advice from Mr. King. The part about 'you have to get out there' is so true, plus if you don't, then you miss out on the most amazing part of being a gigging musician, which is making people forget about their troubles and woes and have a really good time. This is part of why being a musician is about helping others, which of course balances out all the hours and hours of being alone practising. The other important theme mentioned is 'making your own way' and not riding on the back of family or networking. You have to be competent at doing your own thing whilst at the same time, working at being in a band so as to get the band member communications (almost telepathical at times) locked in and working. This usually only appears with musicians who have worked together quite a lot. Brilliant interview.

Thankyou for posting this. Huge Level 42 fan so enjoy any interviews with Mr King! Awesome- lucky you!

"Island boooy..Island boooy...I'm an Islaaaand boooy" 😀 Anyway...great interview and very kind of Mark to do it! He comes off as a super cool guy 😍

A fantastic musician and a thoroughly decent and level headed man. A pleasure to listen to this interview, his success is well deserved and you're a fine interviewer Izzy!

Enjoyed! Thanks Izzy.

You're a top guy Mr King.

Well done Izzy (that's my daughter's name by the way) that was a great interview and I predict big things for you in the future. Mark's a top bloke for spending the time with you to give such a down-to-earth and honest interview.

This is a very creative college assignment, Izzy. Level 42 has always been one of my all time favorite bands. I live in the states, so I had the pleasure of meeting Mark and Mike at the San Francisco show in 2010. Genuinely friendly, good men who know that fans are what keep them going. They never take us for granted, like a lot of movie stars do as if we're a nuisance like a mosquito buzzing into your ear.

This is a great interview Izzy, well done. Fantastic questions, nice and relaxed, and best advice from MK what a legend. Best wishes for your music career Izzy!

well done izzy - intelligent qs to an incredible musician. mark and mike are two if the most intelligent talented musicians ever, but they worked their socks off to maintain the groove. Good luck, young lady.

Great, honest sounding interview… thanks for posting.

Great interview Izzy. Nice to see Mark as always

Legend!

Great job Izzy …Marks a legend and great guy 👍🏻

Well done with the interview. Funny, I was playing A Physical Presence in the car today, can't believe it was1985!!. 🥺 I've seen them about 6 times in the 80s in Belfast. Good on them for coming, when a lot of bands didn't. Marks slap solos in Mr Pink and the start of Love Games sound like a machine gun firing. Unless you play bass, you can't comprehend the physical demands of playing like that. Like Lessons in Love. How he plays that for a whole song, I've no idea. They're so unbelievably tight as a band. Fantastic jazz/funk/pop fusion. They were all great musicians. It's a brilliant live album. They sound at the top of their game, even though it was early days. I now feel very old.😩😩

Before I entered the church and was ordained, I was a radio dj. I interviewed Mark and yours was better than mine!

Great interesting interview loved it. Level 42 sound of my teens love them Excellent questions. Like a mini masterclass

Mark king is truly a legend, I've never heard of a bass player like him before, great interview Izzy

great musician. just saw level 42 last week. Fab

Well done, Izzy. How luck to be interviewing one of the biggest musical influences in my life 😮😁👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

Great Job Izzy. I see future there! Keep it up and thank you!

Class Bloke 🇬🇧👍

Great interview, really enjoyed this..good questions ! Greetings from Belgium :-)

Great interview. Weird seeing him referred to as just 'lead singer' in the video title though. He's only one of the most innovative and greatest bass players of all time. Probs worth mentioning.

great interview Izzy , thanks !

Mark King . I don't know if you can see this remark. You are my favorite bass player ever. I still practice my bass to your music 1. Lessons in Love and 2. Almost there. Keep up the good work sir. When are you coming to North Carolina USA?

Such a nice guy. Well done on the intervew Izzy.

Some of L42s best stuff never made it onto singles, 80s legends..

Great interview Izzy…

Great musician and relatable man

Mark, just seen the "Level 42’s Mark King & Marlee King live from The Summerhouse Studio" vid but, you've turned off comments for it!....BUT! great interview Izzy. Marlee, I think it's fantastically catchy tune, especially with what's going on in the UK ATM!....Try offering up to the RC's.....You never know Girl!, 'you never know'! Good luck to kidda! Love to ya girl from Gill, Lexie, Harper and me...Pete!

Level 42 would have been great music teachers.

thanks for this interview, love mark king and as a musician in haitus I definitely needed to hear the bit about networking.