R&B and funk legend Frankie Beverly dies at 77 Singer Frankie Beverly led the soul group Maze through a number of R&B hits in the 1980s. MICHEL MARTIN, HOST: R&B and funk legend Frankie Beverly has died. MADDEN: Maze Featuring Frankie Beverly released its self-titled debut album in 1977, and the group's been stalwarts for flower children and funk fans …