Beverly, 77, died Sept. 10 after a lengthy, successful music career. He was best known as the founder and lead vocalist of the soul and funk band Maze. His music is credited with leaving a lasting ...
After signing with A&M Records, it was agreed he would record albums under the name “Sergio Mendes and Brasil ’66.” The group soared with their first single, “Mas Que Nada,” written by Jorge Ben. The ...
This playlist tribute to the late Frankie Beverly certainly falls in the latter category; though I know I’m preaching to the proverbial choir here on Good Black News. With the announcement of his ...