Eddie Palmieri
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Palmieri performing in 2013 | |
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| Born | December 15, 1936 New York City, New York, U.S. |
| Died | August 6, 2025 (aged 88) Hackensack, New Jersey, U.S. |
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| Instruments | Piano |
| Years active | 1955–2025 |
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| Website | www |
Eduardo Palmieri (December 15, 1936 – August 6, 2025) was an American pianist, bandleader, musician, and composer. He was known for his works relating to Puerto Rican culture. He was the founder of the bands La Perfecta, La Perfecta II, and Harlem River Drive.
Palmieri died in his home in Hackensack, New Jersey, on August 6, 2025, at the age of 88.[1][2]
References
- ↑ Ahmad, Manahil. "Grammy-winning artist Eddie Palmieri, who died at age 88, called North Jersey home", The record, August 7, 2025. Accessed August 7, 2025. "Eddie Palmieri, the Grammy-winning bandleader and pianist whose thunderous, percussive playing helped revolutionize Latin jazz and salsa, died Aug. 6 at his home in Hackensack."
- ↑ "Eddie Palmieri, Latin music trailblazer, dies at 88". France 24. 2025-08-07. Retrieved 2025-08-07.
Other websites
- Eddie Palmieri – official site