Best Revenge Records artist, Keaton Simons will play a show at a private home in Delray Beach on Sunday, January 12 at 2 – 5 p.m. to benefit the foster children growing up at SOS Children’s Villages – Florida. The special performance comes at the invitation of Delray Beach business owners Gregory and Mary Ann Fried of Gregory’s Fine Jewelry who donate much of their time and hearts supporting south Florida charities like SOS. Special thanks to their friends, Michael and Wendy Schatzberg for opening their beautiful home for the event.
The Fried’s were introduced to Simons through a friend and were moved by his bluesy brand of both acoustic and electric guitar along with his compelling and soul-baring songs. “His music touched us,” says Mary Ann. “He has a depth and richness similar to some of the best songwriters like John Lennon and Bob Dylan and a voice as authentic as Ray Charles. How could we not be inspired?”
Inviting Simons back to south Florida, Mary Ann hopes guests will be inspired by his music as well. Proceeds from the afternoon’s show will help give the foster children growing up at SOS Florida a stable home, a happy childhood and the tools they need to build a bright future. On any given day there is an average of 75 boys and girls between the ages of 2 and 18, living in the Coconut Creek village. Each child has been removed from their homes and families because of abuse, abandonment and neglect. Through therapy, tutoring, life skills classes, support services and a safe and stable home, SOS helps the children begin a road of healing and recovery and empowers them for the future.
The Fried’s are looking forward to sharing the special performance which will include music from Simons’ sophomore album Beautiful Pain released earlier this year. The LP includes co-writes with friends and peers Jason Mraz, Jason Reeves, and Glen Phillips (Toad The Wet Sprocket) among others. “Keaton builds his songs with integral prowess without ever reaching into excess or being forced. The songs breathe life, fun, and excitement, and when they slow down; they still have a powerful sense of dynamic passion,” says music writer, Ryan Merkel.
Tickets for the SOS benefit featuring Keaton Simons are $25 per person for adults; $15 for children under 18. Festivities also include gourmet food by Fit Foodz Cafe, raffles and a live auction. Generous sponsors to date include: Gregory and Mary Ann Fried of Gregory’s Fine Jewelry; Michael and Wendy Schatzberg; Fit Foodz Café; Pilates of Boca and Simply the Best Magazine. For ticket information and underwriting opportunities, please call Vickie Walter at 954-420-5033.
