0 Frankie Beverly, Philly, and the Musical Success of Maze
- Video
- by Kingsley H. Smith
- 09/18/2024
Frankie Beverly formed the group Maze in Philadelphia, PA. The core members were Frankie Beverly, (vocals and guitar), Wayne Thomas (guitar), Sam Porter (keyboards), Roame Lowry (percussion), Robin Duhe (bass), and Michael White (drums).
Other musicians would also join during the Maze journey. Time spent in the San Francisco/Oakland area in 1971 contributed to Beverly's unique blend of urban R&B.
Frankie's legacy is his smooth, modern, soulful sound, presented through the context of a guitar and keyboard driven band. In this video, I honor Frankie Beverly's musical contribution, while noting his passing in 2024.