Eddie Palmieri

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.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."

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Category:1936 births
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Category:American jazz musicians
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