Eddie Palmieri, Latin Jazz Pioneer, Dies at 88 After Illness—Icon of Salsa & Soul

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🔥 “Eddie Palmieri, Latin Jazz Pioneer, Dies at 88 After Illness—Icon of Salsa & Soul” 🔥

Legendary pianist, composer, and bandleader Eddie Palmieri passed away on August 6, 2025, at the age of 88 after an extended illness, at his home in New Jersey.
A Grammy-winning innovator who founded La Perfecta and forever altered Latin music with powerful, trombone-heavy arrangements and socially conscious compositions, Palmieri’s legacy spans decades and remains utterly transformative.

What You’ll Discover:
Trailblazing career: Learn how Palmieri revolutionized salsa and Latin jazz with groundbreaking bands like La Perfecta and albums such as Justicia and Azúcar Pa’ Ti.

Unmatched honors: A recipient of over eight Grammy Awards—including the first Latin album Grammy for The Sun of Latin Music—as well as NEA Jazz Master and Latin Grammy Lifetime Achievement recognitions.

Emotional tributes: Fellow artists, including La India and Víctor Manuelle, described him as “one of the greatest” and “a cultural pillar” whose influence on Latin music is everlasting.

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