One year, I can't believe it's been a year. Your memories and music will live on forever, thanks Papá for everything, fly high, God have you in His Holy Glory.

Heaven has salsa music playing and bringing joy to those who have left us. God Bless Us.

My son Frank S. Grillo and I express our deepest, most heartfelt condolences to the Palmieri family.  Eddie Palmieri meant and will always mean more to us, on so many levels, than any words could ever convey.  He has our utmost love and respect forever.
-- Vicki Solá

Prayers and condolences to Maestro's family, friends, and fans. I love and supported his music.

Dearest Eydie & Family:
We treasure our memories of seeing your Dad perform & his warm smile & engaging manner.

The tributes to your Dad were from 
the heart & showed Eddie as a man
with not only great talent but also
with a deep love for his family and
friends.

May God Bless the Palmieri Family
now and forever,

El Díablo de Latin music there is so much to say and I could never say it all . What you started in me I will never forget the first time I heard your music I literally froze. I could not get you out of my head and I became obsessed with your sound and never got enough. You have amazed me my entire life and you have healed me in my darkest times . You have raised me at times and my memories of you span my entire lifetime . Maestro I will miss you intensely always and forever . - A devoted fan Lisa G.

We will miss Eddie Palmieri.  You will forever be in our hearts.

Love always,
Rosie Colon ❤️

Thank you Eddie for the great memories-> you live on in people’s birthdays, holidays, celebrations and memories! Your stamp on the human heart and soul are eternal! Peace be with you wherever u are.

Siempre juntos fuimos la familia que dijiste que tenías en Colombia te amaremos por siempre, que Dios te bendiga en el cielo..!

Aquellos momentos compartidos  en tus conciertos, con tus saludos con tus detalles  nos llenabas de una inmensa alegría. Gracias ..!!

Me siento privilegiada por haberte conocido, fuiste un ser íntegro lleno de una bonita energía, siempre vivirás en mi corazón .!!

My condolences to the palmeri family Great maestro always in our hearts have a good trip maestro, Met him on 2 occasions 1 on the long island railroad which I never forget and the other 1 was at a joe batann Leiman college met him and that was after 20 years he still remembered me Always be in my heart And thank you for Being there for so many others Love you maestro

Te Recordaremos siempre. Eres y serás nuestra inspiración para todos tus fanáticos que amamos tu música dtb mucho en donde quiera que te encuentres en el cielo. Con tu hermano Charlie y tu Señora Madre que te dará tu comida preferida tu carne mechada. OíY te reencotraras con tu luz mayor tu adorada Esposa...Gracias Maestro. 
Extrañaremos tus conciertos y tu Sonrisa Eterna

Eddie Palmieri was, is, and will always be one of the most transcendent musicians of all time. He was a lover of the drum, a legend of Afro-Caribbean music, and a jazz maestro.
He was our political, social, and cultural spokesperson, rebellious and daring, a humanist of our times.
He was my idol and inspiration, and, I say this with pride, he was my friend.
Writing "Eddie Palmieri, La Historia del Sol Mayor" is one of the greatest achievements of my life as a music fan. It was a challenge that came from Eddie himself, that September afternoon in 2019, here in Lima, Peru. He was the one who lit the spark.
Tocayo, rest in peace. We are still here, missing you and honoring your legacy. I love you.

Eddie Palmieri fue es y será uno de los músicos más trascendentes de todos los tiempos. Fue un enamorado del tambor, una leyenda de la música afro-caribeña y un maestro del jazz.
Fue nuestro portavoz político, social y cultural, rebelde y atrevido, un humanista de nuestros tiempos.
Fue mi ídolo e inspiración y, lo digo con orgullo, fue mi amigo.
Haber escrito "Eddie Palmieri, la Historia del Sol Mayor" es uno de los mayores logros de mi vida como aficionado a la música. Fue un reto que vino del propio Eddie, aquella tarde de setiembre 2019, acá en Lima, Perú. Él fue quien encendió la chispa.
Tocayo, descansa en paz. Nosotros seguimos aquí, extrañándote y honrando tu legado. Te amo!

Thank you for the best time of my life, dancing to your music. I followed you from club to club in NYC. You made me so proud of you being Puerto Rican, and what you showed the world. You will be missed, but always will be heard, your music will never die.
Rest in peace my friend.
Hiram Gonzalez Sr.

Tomas Algarin w/Eddie Palmieri post-concert celebration, Greenville, SC. EP @ 80 Tour, Peace Center (October 19, 2017)— with Audi Lopez and Eddie Palmieri at Peace Center.

Audi Lopez w/ Eddie Palmieri post-concert celebration, Greenville, SC. EP @ 80 Tour, Peace Center (October 19, 2017) - with Tomas Algarin and Eddie Palmieri at Peace Center.

In this Photo we are waiting for the Go Ahead at the "The Leaft Festival at Black Mountain on October 19th, 2018. In North Carolina right next to Ashville. In this photo are: Tomas Rivera, Eddie Palmieri, Robert "El Olympic" Rivera , and El Sonero del Siglo XXI - Herman Oliveras. "Palmieri's music continues to be celebrated for its innovation, social relevance, and sheer joy. His impact on Latin music and jazz is undeniable, and his legacy will continue to inspire musicians and listeners for years to come. '

Maestro Eddie Palmieri, Tomas Algarin, and  Eduardo Palmieri

My condolences to The Palmieri Family, Eddie Palmieri has a special place in the annals of outstanding musicians whom The United States especially from NYC has produced May his memory and legacy be remembered by all who followed his career.

Te llevaré en mi alma por el resto de mi días, te quiero mucho mi querido amigo Eddie.

You Will be always on My heart....thanks for all...i love You. 🩵Norma

My Condolences goes out to the Palmieri family and to Mr. Palmieri's friends. Mr. Palmieri is a role model not only in music but in life. He was a student of the game and a teacher at the same time. I learned a lot by just listening to his interviews and his music. Although I never met Mr. Palmieri personally, I have kept in contact with Eddie Palmieri II and always try and find an opportunity to highlight Mr. Palmieri's legacy. His body is no longer on this planet but his music and lessons will live on forever and I along with the International Salsa Museum will make sure of that. 

Mr. Palmieri may you rest in peace; heaven now has another angel looking over us. Thank You Mr. Palmieri for everything you did for music. You are truly one of a kind. 

Love, 
Willy Rodriguez (Co-Founder International Salsa Museum/Secretary of the Recording Academy NY Chapter)

Only gratitude for having had the opportunity to know the human being—integral, loyal, and the most sensitive and joyful. His music is the legacy of his life, of his principles, and of his dreams of freedom and equality. “Long live Eddie forever.” My condolences to all his family and friends, especially to his children and to Gaby.

Solo agradecimiento por haber tenido la oportunidad de conocer al ser humano, integro, leal, el más sensible y alegre. Su música es el legado de su vida, de sus principios y sueños de libertad e igualdad. “Viva Eddie por siempre”. Mis condolencias a toda su familia, amigos e hijos en especial a su hija Gaby.

Only gratitude for having had the opportunity to know the human being—integral, loyal, and the most sensitive and joyful. His music is the legacy of his life, of his principles, and of his dreams of freedom and equality. “Long live Eddie forever.” My condolences to all his family and friends,  to his children, and especially to his daughter Gaby.

Solo agradecimiento por haber tenido la oportunidad de conocer al ser humano, íntegro, leal, el más sensible y alegre. Su música es el legado de su vida, de sus principios y sueños de libertad e igualdad. “Viva Eddie por siempre”. Mis condolencias a toda su familia y amigos, a sus hijos, en especial a su hija Gaby.

Soraya Dueñas

Rest In Peace Eddie, your music will live forever. Our condolences to your family and friends.

Beautiful may you R.I.P. fly high with all your other brothers and sisters whom bought us so much joy with there music.
God Bless you Maestro Eddie.
You are now at peace and joined with your loving wife. My condolences to the Palmieri family and all his friends and fans.
Amen🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

UN ULTIMO ADIOS AL MAESTRO EDDIE PALMIERI DE PARTE DE JOSELUIS HIGH DEFINITION

Evelyn lost her soulmate the day you passed. You were the love of her life. A piece of her left with you when you passed. She will hold your memories close to her heart and be reminded of your wit and humor that lives on through the children you two have created together. Your legacy will live on with your children, Traci and Daniel. May you rest in peace.

We will always remember your laughter and stories. May you rest in peace.

Papá, fuiste una gran inspiración para todos nosotros, quienes con tu inmenso talento sembraste la semilla que germinó una camada de talentos entre los que me encuentro yo. La atención al detalle en cada una de tus producciones es el mayor legado que has dejado. Ahora te reúnes de nuevo con tus colegas, dirigiendo la orquesta celestial. Gracias, maestro.

Que Dios te tenga en su santa gloria y mi más sentido pésame a su familia. Esto no es una despedida, es un adiós para después. Gracias por existir.. 🙏🙏🙏😔

Dad, you were a great inspiration to all of us. With your immense talent, you planted the seed that germinated a generation of talents, including myself. The attention to detail in each of your productions is the greatest legacy you've left behind. Now you're reunited with your colleagues, conducting the heavenly orchestra. Thank you, maestro.

May God have you in his holy glory, and my deepest condolences to your family. This isn't a farewell, it's a goodbye for later. Thank you for existing

Compartir  con usted y tremenda  orquesta backstage y en Black Mountain en Carolina del Norte en Octubre 2018. Y ser parte del Histórico Video. Gracias Maestro - “Rivera No Te Muevas”

Gracias Maestro por el Gran legado que nos dejaste 💜 vuela alto .. Las leyendas no mueren porque siempre escucharemos tu musica.. Rest in Paradise 💜🇵🇷

Maestro;
Gracias por tu legado a la musica y la cultura.! Tu estrella brillara por siempre..! Mas rumba para el cielo..!

We will always cherish the memories of Eddie Palmieri's performances at Pier 17, Jazz at Lincoln Center and the Blue Note.

Rest in Peace.

Thanks for the music!

Gracias por la música Maestro!Descanse en Paz !

My mom aunt’s & cousins would listen when I was growing up. He was a talented artist with dimensional insight  in his musical talent which was unique. He was an original artist of his time. I hope he got saved through JESUS OUR SAVIOR and went through the pearly gates. 🩷🌸🩷

My sincere condolences to the master. I hell of a musician. I'm proud that he was Puerto Rican. Long live Eddie Palmeri. 🙏🌹🇵🇷

More fun times with Eddie.  All had Eddie's back and he had theirs

Where is the love? 💓 It's in our hearts for you Eddie the guys

The guys with Tony Vega
May 1993 visiting Eddie

To your right Tony Vega, Dennise Carignan, Eddie Palmieri, and (can't recollect name of trumpet player).
Since I had some time to spare that evening I went to see a show at I think was named Galleria  where Tony Vega was performing. He was up on stage when he saw me  and moved his like come (while he was singing) Dennise I hear you can get me in to see Eddie. I said sure, bring one band member, I have a small car and meet me in the back, they're standing in line for you😊. We get to Eddie's location and he won't open the door, no matter how hard the guys knocked. Not thinking I yell "fire" little did I know that could have been jail time...well that got Eddie up as he's running out the door half dressed. Oh man there was so much laughter and seeing these two hug and pat each other in the back. I'm an emotional person so I cried from happiness. I don't know how the other guys got wind of this reunion but they appeared. And this is making a long story short! Gonna miss ya' Eddie P  the 1st. One and only
I'll see you in Paradise. The skin between the two worlds is very thin 💜🎵🎹😢.      Carnaval SF 1993

From Colombia, my condolences to his family and all the fans of the Afro-Caribbean musical diaspora he always championed. Your music is eternal, and your legacy will continue to fill the hearts of rumberos around the world with harmony. Rest in peace, Maestro Eddie Palmieri. Strength and faith for this moment.

ALL HAIL TO THE KING OF LATIN MUSIC. THE ONE AND ONLY. THE CREME DE LA CREME. THE MASTER OF CEREMONIES. THE GREATEST OF ALL TIME. TRULY A MUSICAL GENIUS. THE ONLY ARTIST WHO CAN PLAY THE BONGOS ON HIS PIANO. GOD'S GIFT TO THE WORLD. THANKS FOR THE MUSIC, THE MAGIC MEMORIES, AND THOSE AMAZING ADVENTURES. IT'S YOUR MUSIC THAT SPEAKS WHAT CANNOT BE EXPRESSED, SOOTHES MY MIND, AND GIVES IT REST, HEALS MY HEART AND MAKES IT WHOLE, IT FLOWS FROM HEAVEN TO MY SOUL. TO THE FAMILY. MAY GOD GRANT TO YOU AT THIS TIME AND ALWAYS. HIS PEACE IN YOUR SOUL. HIS PRESENCE IN YOUR HEART. HIS POWER IN YOUR LIFE. REST IN PARADISE MAESTRO !!!!

Mis más sinceras condolencias a la familia Palmieri.  Siempre que escucho que hacen la pregunta sobre qué LP escucharías si estuvieras de náufrago en una isla sin posibilidad de salir, mi contestación es Mambo  Con Conga Es Mozambique del maestro  Eddie, aunque parezca increíble la música de esta grabación me calma, pues para cada situación que se me presenta encuentro la respuesta en alguna de las canciones del disco, tristeza, alegría, empatía, amor…lo que sea. Además eso me llevó a profundizar más que en la música  en el hombre detrás de la misma, por eso estoy tan triste, al experimentar el sentimiento de pérdida, el cual sé que su familia tiene ahora mismo,  pero que con el pasar del tiempo afianzará el orgullo por el padre y hombre de luz que Dios les regaló a ustedes y al mundo. Maestro trascendiste al encuentro con la Luz Mayor tu amada Iraida, con tus ancestros, los santos y el creador.  Dios te bendiga….vuela alto y nos veremos en el otro barrio.
Tu admirador, Wilfredo Burgos Santiago.
El Cerro en Coamo Puerto Rico 12 de agosto de 2025 11:09 pm

I met Eddie at Balneario Boca de Cangrejos in Carolina PR one summer in the mid/late 70's when he played (I think along his brother). I admired his great music, enthusiasm and love for music. Thanks for sharing your talent with us, all the memories and music which will be enjoyed by many many more.

Thank you dad for the moments we shared.  I will carry them in my heart forever.

To the Palmieri family my deepest condolences.   I've been listening to Eddie's music since in my mom's  (Millie Donay) womb.  He would also give me a big hug and kiss whenever I went to see him perform.  Eddie will be greatly missed especially by me. 😘😘

To the palimeri and gueits family sending my deepest condolences may he rip.love cousin nancy and family he will be missed but his music will continue always and forever.

Thank you ! Mr. Eddie Palmieri, about 15 years ago you had a show in Folsom, California. You set The THEATER ON FIRE! Well never forget that evening! "Condolence World Wide!'.

Marilyn and I, like hundreds of thousands of people have loved your music both to listen and to dance to.  Yours was very the first Salsa concert/dance I went to, in 1972 at Saint Joseph High School in Paterson New Jersey. The following day I purchased your “Sentido” album. We will continue to listen and dance to your music for as long as we shall live. You will be sorely missed, Eddie. Rest in eternal peace and thank you for all the entertainment. Our sincere condolences to the Palmieri family.

E.P.D.  "El hombre de la barba"
Arturo Campa

Dear Eddie, 
The world will never be the same, I will miss your energy and love of your Afro-Cuban sound. 
💙 Salsa! 💙. 💙 Salsa! 💙

Rest in Power! 🎶👊🏽🎶

🫶🏽 Mucho Gracias, Eddie Palmeri ❤️🫶🏽
Growing up on the Lower East Side, is where I learned to dance salsa and fall  in love with the music, food and great friends. 💕💕💕

I’m still dancing Salsa. 💃🏾
The last time I saw you was at Bryant Park, NYC. “ Excellent Concert “

Rest In Peace 🕊️🎹  🎩  🎹 🕊️

I became in love with Puerto Rico through your music.

THIS MAN WAS NOT ONLY LOVD BY MILLIONS OF NEW YORKERS THROUT THIS LAN BUTT MILLIONS OF MUSICANS AND PEOPLE CHRITANS. JEWS, ATHEIST and ANYONE WHO HAD A SENCE OF REASONABLE RYTHUM THROUGOUT THIS PLANET      CALLED EARTH BLESS HIM FOR HIS PEACE IN OUANTUM THEORY FOR THE LORD BLESSED US TO HEAR HIS CALL

In western Caracas, in 1961, I began to feel the music of maestro Eddie Palmieri. In my early, difficult years of life, his genius was the crutch that propelled me forward. Easy and short to say, but full of complexities when it has such a positive impact on a life. During my studies in Vermont, I would go to New York City to attend his shows. Later, I was a regular at his events. I remember the class he taught at the Teresa Carreño in Caracas, explaining the difference between salsa and its commercial derivatives. His academic training, his genius, and his creativity transcend mortality. Palmieri forever.

Thank you for all the years of great music.   You will always live in our hearts 💕  My condolences to your wife and family.  God bless you all.  We love you maestro.  🙏❤️
May you rest in heavenly peace.  🙏🙏

Because of Eddie's strength and class ,we can always hold our heads high proudly proclaiming......"Soy Boricua paque lo SEPAN...... Thank you 😊

Dear Eddie 

Thank you so much for your gift of music 🎶 to the world and being the pride of so many puertoricans for many generations .  I listened to your music as a kid and it helped me forget about my hard life for so many hours listening to your Latin jazz beats.  

May you rest in eternal peace . I know in heaven Tito Puente and Celia Cruz as well as so many other artist are joining you in a most amazing heavenly band .  

My deepest condolences to the family and know that Eddie s memory is immortal just as his music.  

Thank you for sharing him with the world.

Missing his vibrant self and incredible talent that brought joy to so many! 
Have a blessed journey!❤️🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽

La Familia de Charlie “el pirata” Cotto les extiende un fuerte abrazo. La inmensa alegría de haber intercambiado musa y talentos; de  haber coincidido en épocas y así haber trascendido. Palmieri por siempre amado y respetado en nuestro hogar y en el mundo entero.

My Cousin Maggie who is now living in Bayamon P.R. Was the one who took me to Eddie’s concerts when I was just a teenager. My Older brother had all his music which at the time were Albums with beautiful Photography and Photos of Eddie.
In recent years we here in NYC, attended his free concerts at Bryant Park and Lincoln Ctr. He was as Grand as they come. His Justicia Album brought everybody from ALL backgrounds together. Many respected him for his talent’s & professionalism. 
You Made us Proud! Q.E.P.D./ Rest in Glory and May Your Memory Be a Blessing. You will most certainly be Missed🙏

In 1999, I made the radical leap from the mosh pits of punk rock to the soul deep clave of Salsa, stepping into the world of RMM Records as PR for the legendary Ralph Mercado. It was there I found myself surrounded by giants,soul shakers, rhythm makers, and culture defining artists whose music shaped generations.
Among them, the great Eddie Palmieri, an icon, a force, a Newyorican through and through.
He was releasing Obra Maestra, a historic collaboration with the inimitable Tito Puente. One of the highlights I had in that time was  the rare honor of being present at one of the recording sessions at RPM Studios in Union Square (now long gone, like so many sacred music spaces in NYC). I’ll never forget the electricity in that room, the laughter, the genius, the love between Eddie and Tito. You could feel history being made.
Just weeks before the album’s release, Tito left this world. The joy of that creation suddenly carried the weight of profound loss. And yet, Obra Maestra lived on,it won a Grammy, and lives forever in the hearts of those who know.
Eddie was... punk rock in spirit. A true rebel with music in his bones and humor in his heart. He was warm, kind, endlessly talented, and working with him was one of the highlights of my life. There’s no doubt there’s a jam session in heaven right now. Eddie walking in smiling, the music already playing.
Rest in power, Maestro. Thank you for the joy, the swing, the soul. I’m forever grateful to have shared even a sliver of your orbit. 
My deepest condolences to the Palmieri Family, bandmates, friends, and all who loved him.  May his memory be a blessing
Gracias Maestro! 
Yuzzy Acosta
Eclectic Media

"That photo jump of our Salsa EMPEROR  EDDIE PALMIERI, was a rehearsal for his readiness to enter Heaven, at God's call, to reunited with his Giant brother of the keyboards, CHARLIE PALMIERI.  HEAVEN IS OVERJOYED, GOD'S ANGELS 😇 😇 😇 😇 😇 😇 😇 😇 😇 😇 😇 😇 😇 😇 😇 😇 😇 😇 😇 😇😇 , WILL LEARN FROM THE MAGNIFICENT BROTHERS. 💎 💎 💎 💎 💎 💎 💎 💎 💎 💎 
RIP/QDEP. 
BROTHERHOOD ❤️,
JUAN IGNACIO SANCHEZ 
🇺🇸 NYC PUERTO 🇵🇷  PONCE 💎 DEL SUR  🎈 
WEPA, PLENA Y BOMBA, 💃 🕺 💃 🕺 💃 🕺

Tengo recuerdos hermosos de mi niñez junto a ti. Gracias por tu complicidad con Papi (Juancito Torres 🎺🇵🇷), por tu respeto y cariño hacia mi familia. 
Te quiero muchísimo.
Mi abrazo a sus hijas e hijo. Gracias por cuidar de él y prestárselo al mundo. 
Hasta siempre al gran Conde Palmieri. 
Marianela Torres y Familia. 
San Juan, Puerto Rico 🇵🇷

I saw Eddie Palmieri years  ago when mother hired him and his band to proform in New Jersey.  It was a blast. Ismael Quintana on vocals. May he S.I.P. and be blessed always.  He will be missed. SINCERELY,  Jose Papo Rivera.

My sincere condolences to the Palmieri family. I grew up listening to Eddie’s music on the radio, and buying his record albums. Danced to his music, at house parties, the clubs, the parks, the beach, block parties, you name it. I saw him give an amazing performance at Rockefeller Park, in NYC, the summer of 2012…Amazing showmanship.  
Another music giant has gone to Heaven. 
Thank you Eddie, for sharing your wonderful gift with the world. You now  join your brother, Charlie, and both will play the piano, for all who have passed on. 
Rest In Eternal Peace, Eddie Palmieri, your music will live on forever…Guaranteed !!!
🙏🏽 🎼 🎹 🎶 🇵🇷 🎵

Thank You Maestro  Palmieri you will always Be in my Heart and My Husbands  Gustavo Arango.    We went to see you For My Birthday November 4 is my Day and I was Excited . Thank God We Got to see your amazing performance and thank you for having my country COLOMBIA as your second Home May God Receive you in his arms . 🙏🏻🤲🙏🏻

And that month of November 2024, my wife gave you a small gift, a typical Colombian bus (La Chiva), in anticipation of your December birthday. You received it with that same simplicity as always... We will carry you in our hearts. Safe journey, Maestro, thank you for so much shared musical wisdom.
Gustavo y Alejandra Arango

DE PARTE DE JULITO EL RUMBERO. UN ADIOS A MI AMIGO EDDIE QUE LO CONOCIA HACIA 40 AÑOS Y COMPARTIR MUCHOS CONCIERTO JUNTO A SU ORQUESTA Y SU FAMILIA EN PUERTO RICO. TUVE EL PRIVILEGIO DE CONOCER A SU MADRE, ESPOSA E HIJOS. SEGUIRE ESCUCHANDO SU LEGADO MUSICAL SIEMPRE Y SIEMPRE ESTARA EN MI CORAZON. QUE DESCANSE EN PAZ.

My condolences to all the family. I met Eddie for the first time about 30 years ago through my ex husband Eddie Resto.  I have a nice pic of him and my daughter Melina. Not able to locate now.  Eddie was always happy and laughing the few times I had the pleasure of his presence.He and Eddie were always cracking jokes. Lots of fun.   Cherished your memories forever. God bless all family and Freinds through this journey.  

Sincerely 
Terry  Velasco
Los Angeles, Ca

One of my fondest memories of seeing Eddie perform was when he played at the Newport Jazz Festival several years ago. He started his set with Latin jazz tunes. After a couple of numbers, he told the audience how adding trumpets and trombones would change his Latin jazz group into an Afro Cuban music ensemble. His band then tore into “De Palo Pa’ Rumba” which sent the crowd into a dancing frenzy. Rest in peace, Eddie.

I was introduced to Eddie by his close friend Michelle Zarin, who sadly, recently passed just a few weeks before Eddie.  One Christmas, I found myself suddenly traveling alone from Tokyo to NYC, due to family circumstances. On hearing about this Eddie, Iraida and Michelle, arranged for their daughter, Gabriella to pick me up and take me to Iraida’s sister’s home in the Bronx for a family Christmas gathering. Every moment I was made to feel taken care of. There was vegetarian food prepared for me and I was given a first sitting at the dinner table where everyone couldn’t sit at one time due to the many family members present. Everyone seemed to know my predicament but in a subtle and loving way, not mentioning anything. I felt like I was wrapped up in a warm blanket,  while the Bronx Christmas lights flashed on and off outside. Eddie and Elena had even prepared a gift for me assuring that I didn’t feel left out. This is a Christmas, I have never forgotten. Over the years there were reunions with warm hugs backstage at the BLUE NOTE Tokyo. My father, now passed, and I toured Tokyo for a day with Ignacio in his teenage days and saw him again work at the BLUE NOTE Tokyo shows, as if he had been doing it for ages. Eddie II was always there to welcome my family and friends to the shows and make sure we were able to spend time with Eddie after.  From NY to Tokyo, not only did Eddie’s amazing music and artistry travel across boundaries, my memory is of his loving, welcoming kindness and the legacy of an amazing family he leaves behind. Eddie-san thank you, arigato. We will miss you and that infectious smile.

Love forever,
Annri

¡Su música tuvo una gran influencia en los músicos japoneses!

El es como mi papa de la salsa.
Admiro mucho y me inspiro mucho a cantar Salsa!!!!!!!

Muchas gracias Eddie!!!

QEPD 🙏

My name is decin teddy  riley  and I would  just  like to say I met Eddie  Palmieri some years  ago maybe b about 50  the world  has lost  one of the greatest   legendary  musicians  i who ever  graced  the piano of afro jazz Latin  music an icon   in evey respect I just  would  kike to give   his family  my deepest  condolences  his music  will  live  forever  because  it's timeless  God bless  again  his family  and love  one and ofcouse  everyone  be ever  so blessed  decon  teddy  riley

Amazing moment with el Maestro 🙏🏾🕊❤️ I am very happy you knew Colombia was your second home ❤️

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Eddie Palmieri

December 15, 1936 – August 6, 2025

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