Level 42 – known for their songs Love Games, Hot Water and Lessons In Love – broke through in the late 1980s with the album Running In The Family. Although the band broke up earlier, Mark King relaunched in 2001 and, in agreement with Mike Lindup, began performing again under the Level 42 name.
On 26 October 2025, the jazz-funk greats can be admired again at PAARD.
Marcus Miller is a world-renowned bassist, composer and producer, known for his virtuosity on the bass guitar and his innovative style. He grew up in a musical family and started playing bass guitar at an early age. He worked with iconic artists such as Miles Davis, Luther Vandross and Herbie Hancock, and has played a key role in the development of modern jazz and funk. Miller is known for his distinctive slap technique and his ability to combine complex grooves with emotion and precision. Besides his collaborations, he also has a successful solo career, with several Grammy Awards to his name. On 20 October, this legend returns to PAARD!
This concert is currently sold out.
This concert is a collaboration between PAARD and ProJazz
Leela James has carved out a unique place in the music world, merging classic soul and contemporary R&B. With her raw, powerful voice, she tells stories of love, strength and vulnerability. She draws inspiration from greats such as Aretha Franklin and Chaka Khan, but puts her own modern spin on it. On 13 January, she can be seen in the Paard.
Leela is known for her passion, musicality and impressive live performances. Early in her career, she was even honoured by none other than James Brown, who called her ‘The Goddaughter of Soul’. This was an acknowledgement of her authentic voice and deep connection to the roots of the genre.
