Eddie
Palmieri, known for his charismatic power and bold innovative
drive, has a musical career that spans over 50 years as a bandleader
of Salsa and Latin Jazz orchestras. With a discography that
includes 36 titles, Mr. Palmieri has been awarded Nine Grammy
Awards. He received his first Grammy Award in 1975 for his
release The Sun of Latin Music, which is often considered the
most historic, as it was the first time Latin Music was recognized
by the National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences (NARAS).
He would win again the following year for Unfinished Masterpiece,
Palo Pa ' Rumba in 1984, Solito in 1985 and La Verdad in 1987.
He received a Latin Grammy and a traditional Grammy for his
2000 release with Tito Puente entitled Obra Maestra/Masterpiece,
Listen Here! in 2006 and Simpatico in 2007, a collaborative
effort with trumpet master Brian Lynch, for Best Latin Jazz
Album.
