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)... read more

February 11, 2007
Palmieri Wins 9th Grammy
The National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences has awarded Eddie Palmieri's newest release, Simpatico, the 2007 Grammy in the "Best Latin Jazz Album" category. Simpatico is a collaboration with trumpet master Brian Lynch.

This is Eddie Palmieri's 9th Grammy in a career that spans over 50 years and was awarded on February 11, 2007 at the Staples Center in Los Angeles.

June 29, 2007
JAZZ JOURNALISTS ASSOCIATION
The Jazz Journalists Association awards the 2007 Jazz Award for Latin Jazz Album of Year to Simpatico, the Brian Lynch and Eddie Palmieri Project.

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