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Wikipedia article




'"World Machine"' is a song written by Wally Badarou, Phil Gould, Mark King and Mike Lindup that became the title track of British musical group Level 42's sixth studio album. A remix of the song by Shep Pettibone was released as a 12-inch single in the U.S. in 1986 and peaked at number 25 on 'Billboard' magazine's Hot Dance/Disco Club Play in 1987..

Critical reception



The review of the 12-inch single remix in 'Billboard' read, "Pulsating electrojazz cut, much requested earlier this year as an album track, newly remixed for club impact." In his review of the 'World Machine' album for 'Rolling Stone', Steve Bloom wrote that the title track was "their best effort: propelled by Phil Gould's explosive tribal beat, it showcases Mike Lindup's considerable keyboard talents." William Cooper's retrospective review of the album for AllMusic noted, "The jazzy, upbeat title track is one of the band's finest moments."

Track listing



*'12-inch single'

# "World Machine (Remix)" 5:39

# "World Machine (Dub)" 7:24

Personnel



Credits adapted from the liner notes for the 'World Machine' album:

'Level 42'

* Mark King bass, vocals

* Mike Lindup keyboards, vocals

* Phil Gould drums

* Boon Gould guitars

'Additional musicians'

* Wally Badarou Synclavier, additional vocals

* Gary Barnacle saxophone

'Production'

* Level 42 producers

* Wally Badarou producer

* Julian Mendelsohn production assistant, recording

* Shep Pettibone remixing

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