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One of the most vital and influential groups when it comes to soul music is Maze & Frankie Beverly. The esteemed group, whose biggest singles include “Before I Let Go” as well as “Joy and Pain,” will be performing alongside The Isley Brothers in Atlantic City on December 23. The “I Wanna Thank You Tour” also has stops in Hampton, Virginia on January 27 as well as Charlotte, North Carolina on February 3.
The Isley Brothers groups will appear on 27 January, as well. However, Patti LaBelle and Stephanie Mills will perform on the February 3 date. Before the festivities kick off, here’s a list of the most memorable covers of Maze & Frankie Beverly songs.
Joe, “Can’t Get Over You”
Smooth R&B crooner Joe executed an impressive cover of Maze and Frankie Beverly’s “Can’t Get Over You” from the 1989 classic album “Silky Soul.”
Mary J. Blige, “Before I Let Go”
The Queen of Hip Hop Soul paid homage to the legendary group with her own rendition of “Before I Let Go.” It was featured on the 2009 album “Silky Soul Music…An All-Star Tribute To Maze Featuring Frankie Beverly.”
Alex Isley, “We Are One”
Ernie Isley’s daughter Alex Isley brought her savory vocals to a cover of Maze and Frankie Beverly’s 1983 song “We Are One” in honor of Juneteenth.
Kem, “Golden Time Of Day”
Kem took a soft and smooth approach to covering Maze & Frankie Beverly’s “Golden Time Of Day.”
Beyonce, “Before I Let Go”
Queen Bey couldn’t help but cover this classic. Her version of “Before I Let Go” included a few well-choreographed dance moves that immediately went viral all-over social media.
Avant, “Joy and Pain”
Avant’s cover of “Joy and Pain” puts a modern twist on a timeless classic.
Musiq Soulchild, “Silky Soul”
Musiq Soulchild’s take on “Silky Soul” is a refreshing breath of fresh air into the 1989 song, which is featured on the album of the same name.
Ledisi, “Happy Feelin’s”
Ledisi’s cover of Maze and Frankie Beverly’s “Happy Feelin’s” is a soulful and eclectic tribute to the esteemed group.
Mint Condition, “Back In Stride”
This R&B group melded their sultry voices together to breathe life into Maze and Frankie Beverly’s “Back In Stride.”
