Music History Why are level 42 so called? March 7, 2026 by pups | Leave a Comment Level 42 is a British pop-funk band, named after a reference in Douglas Adams’ The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy. The band’s name directly reflects the humorous concept from the book, where "42" is the Answer to the Ultimate Question of Life, the Universe, and Everything. The Curious Case of Level 42: More Than Just […] Read more »