Eddie Palmieri, pioneering Latin jazz musician and Grammy winner, dies at 88

by G. Jack Urso

Left - Right: Charlie Palmieri, Felix Pappalardi, and Eddie Palmieri 

on Hot Hero Sandwich, episode 8.

Billboard Magazine, Aug. 6, 2025: Eddie Palmieri, Legendary Pianist, Composer & Bandleader, Dies at 88

Eddie Palmieri, along with his brother Charlie, performed an absolutely HOT Latin jazz set during episode 8 of Hot Hero Sandwich. Growing up, I mostly listened to Rock, so this set blew me away with the brothers’ energy and their virtuoso performances. It helped start me on the road to a wider appreciation of music — especially Jazz.

Interestingly, Hot Hero Band drummer Mike Ratti reports laying down some tracks with the Palmieri brothers, produced by Felix Pappalardi, just prior to their Hot Hero performance. Unfortunately, those tracks never made it on air and what became of them remains unknown. Another example of some of the lost treasures we’ll never get to experience. Below is their performance, along with Hot Hero Music Director Felix Pappalardi, on Hot Hero Sandwich for you to judge for yourselves!

The Palmieri brothers, Charlie and Eddie, on Hot Hero Sandwich, episode 8.

 

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