BOCA RATON, Fla. - TelAve -- (Boca Raton, FL – September 21, 2026) One of South Florida's favorite musicians is ailing and the local music community is banding together for a star-studded benefit concert.

"Rick Krive needs our help and we're going to be there for him, and we invite all of his many fans – and ours – to join us," says Jill & Rich Switzer, the popular musical duo and co-hosts of The Morning Lounge on Legends 100.3FM. "Many of South Florida's finest performers will unite for a one-night-only musical showcase. We are putting the 'band' in banding together."

A Benefit Concert for Rick Krive & Family will be held on Monday, November 9, at the Boca Black Box Center for the Arts, located in Piccadilly Square,  8221 Glades Road (33434), just two blocks west of the Turnpike.

"For over four decades, Rick Krive's extraordinary talents as an arranger, composer, producer, keyboardist, and vocalist have resonated with audiences worldwide. A true giant in the music industry, he has served as the Musical Director for icons Deana Martin and LuLu, leaving an indelible mark on the music world," says Rich Switzer.

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"Over the past few months, Rick has been facing significant health challenges," adds Jill Switzer. "As medical expenses continue to pile up, his wife, Dawn Marie, and son Luca, need our community's support now more than ever."

100 percent of proceeds from this special concert will directly benefit the Krive family. Individual contributions can be made directly through https://gofund.me/a3609f005.

Among the extraordinary musicians and singers stepping up to support Rick Krive will be:

• Jill & Rich Switzer, co-hosts of the benefit concert
• Dawn Marie, the renowned vocalist and Rick's wife
• Avery Sommers, Broadway legend and South Florida's Cabaret Queen
• Dr. Ed Calle, saxophonist and winner of a Latin Grammy
• Tomey Sellars, acclaimed vocalist
• Jeff Taylor, renowned guitarist, vocalist, and session musician

An amazing array of special surprise guests

About the Benefit Concert:

• Date & Time: 7 pm on November 9 – Doors open at 6:15
• Tickets: $100 VIP (Rows A-C & VIP Lounge), $85 (Rows D-F), $75 (Rows G-J), and $65 (Rows K-P)
• Purchase Online: www.BocaBlackBox.com

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Rick Krive

Available for Interview:

Jill Switzer

Jillswitzer65@icloud.com

Media Contact:

Gary Schweikhart, PR-BS

561.756.4298  /  gary@pr-bs.net