Maze Featuring Frankie Beverly LP Vinyl 12" 33 RPM Capitol Soul ST-11607 1977
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Near Mint. Original First Press. Released in March 1977, Maze Featuring Frankie Beverly is the self-titled debut album that launched the legendary R&B group into the national spotlight. Recorded for Capitol Records after a name change from "Raw Soul" (suggested by Marvin Gaye), the album fused soul, jazz, and funk into a smooth, "feel-good" sound that earned them a gold record and a lifelong devoted following. The album consists of seven tracks, many of which became staple anthems in R&B music:
Time Is On My Side (5:19)
Happy Feelin's (7:10) – A signature hit often played at family gatherings.
Color Blind (3:22) – A socially conscious track addressing racial polarization.
Lady of Magic (4:45) – One of the album's major hit singles.
While I'm Alone (4:35) – A soulful ballad that reached the R&B charts.
You (8:24)Look At California (9:27) – A sprawling "opus" dedicated to the band's relocated home from Philadelphia.
In 1977 the band's founding members during this era included: Frankie Beverly: Lead vocals, rhythm guitar, and producer. Wayne Thomas: Lead guitar. Sam Porter: Keyboards. Ronald "Roame" Lowery: Congas and background vocals. McKinley "Bug" Williams: Percussion and background vocals. Robin Duhe: Bass. Joe Provost: Drums.
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