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Known for a remarkable career spanning over five decades, Eddie Gomez is a masterful bassist whose work has shaped modern jazz. Born in Santurce, Puerto Rico on October 4, 1944 and raised in New York, Gomez is a Juilliard alum who helped redefine the role of the acoustic bass in contemporary jazz. His long association with the Bill Evans Trio—stretching from 1966 to 1977—earned critical acclaim and multiple Grammy recognitions. Today, he remains an active performer and recording artist, bringing deep swing, lyrical depth, and approachable jazz storytelling to audiences around the world.