MAZE founder and Before I Let Go hitmaker Frankie Beverly has died at the age of 77.
His death was announced by his family on the band’s official Facebook page on Wednesday, September 11.
The statement from Frankie’s family read, “Grieving the loss of a loved one is a deeply personal and emotional experience.
“During this time, as we are navigating feelings of sorrow, reflection, and remembrance we kindly ask for privacy and understanding, allowing us the space to grieve in our own way.
“This period for is one of healing, and your respect for our need for solitude is appreciated as we honor the memory of our beloved Howard Stanley Beverly known to the world as Frankie Beverly.
“He lived his life with pure soul as one would say, and for us, no one did it better. He lived for his music, family and friends.
“Love one another as he would want that for us all,” the message concluded.
In the wake of Frankie’s death, fan tributes began pouring in on social media.
“Another great one has transitioned into heaven. Rest easy, Mr. Frankie Beverly. Thank you for being part of my life through music,” one person wrote on X.
Frankie was born on December 6, 1946 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
The iconic R&B singer formed several musical groups during the early days of his career, but his first brush with success came with Frankie Beverly and the Butlers.
Their big break came when Marvin Gaye, who acted as the band’s mentor, invited The Butlers to tour as his opening act during the ’70s.
The Motown legend also convinced the band to rebrand themselves as Maze, marking his most important contribution to the band’s musical legacy.
Their most famous songs include Joy and Pain, Happy Feelin’s and Before I Let Go, as audiences became captivated by Frankie’s smooth baritone and on-stage charisma.
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Howard Stanley Beverly aka Frankie Beverly
12/6/46 – 9/10/24
The Beverly Family
