Singer and songwriter Frankie Beverly — founder of the R&B band Frankie Beverly and Maze — died Wednesday. Beverly, whose real name was Howard Stanley Beverly, was 77. The native Philadelphian wrote ...

Frankie Beverly and Maze’s timeless hit, “Before I Let Go” is now an RIAA platinum certified record. The significant feat comes three months after Beverly’s death and over 40 years since its release.

The WMNF Song of the Day for August 12, 2024 is Before I Let Go, by Maze featuring Frankie Beverly. This song is dedicated to Frankie Beverly, who passed away yesterday at the age of 77. His death was ...

NEW ORLEANS — Frankie Beverly, who with his band Maze inspired generations of fans with his smooth, soulful voice and lasting anthems including “Before I Let Go,” has died. He was 77. His family said ...

Frankie Beverly performs during day 2 of the Cincinnati Music Festival at Paul Brown Stadium on July 25, 2015 in Cincinnati, Ohio. (Photo by Stephen Cohen/Getty Images) That the music of Frankie was ...

I’m not even sure I need to explain why “Before I Let Go” would be the final song of the 30 Days of Musical Blackness With VSB series. If you’re black and have congregated with other black folks and ...