This refers to the compact disc release of the sixth studio album by the British jazz-funk band Level 42. Released in 1985, the album features a mix of the band’s signature funk grooves, sophisticated instrumentation, and Mark King’s distinctive slap bass technique. Notable tracks include “Something About You,” “Leaving Me Now,” and “Physical Presence.”
The album marked a significant period for the band, representing a transition towards a more commercially successful sound while retaining their core musical identity. “Something About You” became their biggest international hit, propelling the album to platinum status in several countries and broadening their audience significantly. It showcased the band’s evolving musical maturity and songwriting prowess, solidifying their place in the mid-1980s music scene. This particular format, the compact disc, was a relatively new technology at the time, offering improved audio quality compared to vinyl records and cassettes.
