Turn It On - The Level 42 Fan Podcast

On the latest TIO podcast, Paul Waller joins Bob, Mikey and Winston to discuss Forty Two – the first album release from his new Coalface Records and perhaps the greatest passion project in L42 fandom history! Both visually and sonically gorgeous; this is an instrumental keepsake you don’t want to miss!

In this episode, the boys look deep into 1988’s transitional Staring At The Sun album – no sunglasses required! Tune in to go track-by-track, while also discussing upcoming Level 42 and Mike Lindup Trio dates!

With some artists trying “No Hits” shows of late, Winston, Bob and Mikey discuss what their dream (crazy) Level 42 “no hits” show would include – and the chances of it happenin! Listen and then add YOUR setlists in the comments! Plus, updates on the band, Mike Lindup, Wally Badarou and Coalface Records!

In the TIO’s first podcast for 2026, top trumpeter Johnny Thirkell returns to discuss his uproarious, must-read memoir ‘Blown It,” how he wrote it without tooting his own horn, his time with Level 42 and his many collaborations.

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!

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!

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 to be missed!

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!

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.

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.

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!

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.

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!

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!

Jakko Jakszyk, guitarist extraordinaire for Level 42 in the 1990s and with King Crimson for the past decade, joins Bob, Mikey and Winston to discuss his MUST-READ memoir ‘Who’s The Boy with the Lovely Hair,” which is released TODAY, and tells incredible stories from his time in the band!

Level 42 superfan and singer Lolita Jackson joins Winston, Mikey and Bob to discuss a shared past of band love and loyalty, as well as her personal stories of surviving both the 1993 and 2001 terrorist attacks at the World Trade Center.

On this episode of Turn It On, the guys speak with world-renowned bass instructor and Bassline Publishing founder Stuart Clayton – and how discovering Level 42’s Mark King was instrumental in setting him on his path.

On this episode of Turn It On, Bob, Mikey and Winston do a song-by-song retrospective of Level 42’s diverse and game-changing album, True Colours, which was released 40 years ago. Also on this episode, the guys talk about the Level 42 songs that would have made great videos.

On a very special episode of Turn It On, the guys speak to longtime Level 42 backup singer Annie McCaig about her history with the band, the fascinating stories behind the many top 80s artists she performed with and what she’s doing now!

Mikey, Winston and Bob take a deep dive into Level 42’s acclaimed The Pursuit of Accidents album from 1982. The guys also discussed the top three songs they would love to hear on the next Level 42 tour!