Marcos Camino has died: the heartfelt statement from Los Palmeras and the farewell from Cacho Deicas

Marcos Camino, historic founder and accordionist of Los Palmeras, died this Tuesday, November 10, at the age of 76 in the city of Santa Fe, causing deep shock in Argentine tropical music. The news was confirmed through an official statement from the group, which highlighted his career and requested respect for the privacy of his family.

"With deep sorrow, we from Los Palmeras confirm the passing of Marcos Camino", the band expressed through their social media.

The musician had announced his retirement from the stage in February of this year, after more than five decades dedicated to the group that helped turn into one of the main references of cumbia santafesina.

The official statement from Los Palmeras after the death of Marcos Camino

The group released a message directed to their followers, colleagues, and close ones just hours after the news of his passing became known.

"Those of us who are part of this family bid farewell to a fundamental figure in our history, whose legacy and passion for music will live on forever", they stated.

The members of the group also addressed those who accompanied the artist throughout his career.

"We stand with his loved ones in this moment of immense pain and request respect for the family's privacy, as well as prudence and responsibility in the dissemination of information", they expressed.

The statement concluded with a message of gratitude: "We thank you for the expressions of affection and support".

The band's posts began to receive numerous farewell messages from artists, fans, and figures of popular music.

The emotional farewell from Cacho Deicas to Marcos Camino

One of the most notable messages was from Rubén "Cacho" Deicas, historic singer of Los Palmeras, with whom Camino shared stages, recordings, and tours for decades.

Despite the distance they experienced during the last phase of the group, Deicas posted a photograph alongside the accordionist and recalled their shared history.

"A whole life sharing good and bad moments. We have been through it all and were lucky enough to fulfill many dreams together", he wrote.

The singer accompanied his words with a message directed to the family and the musician's followers.

"Today I have to say goodbye to a life companion", he stated.

Both had been part of one of the most recognized artistic partnerships in Argentine cumbia, until Deicas's departure in 2025.

Messages from Amar Azul, Los del Fuego, and Nicolás Mattioli

The news also prompted reactions from the main figures of the tropical genre.

Amar Azul published a photograph of the musician accompanied by a message of recognition.

"If there are people who marked Argentine music, without a doubt, one of them was Mr. Marcos Camino. We send our condolences to his family and loved ones", expressed the group.

For their part, Los del Fuego shared: "Our condolences to the family and all of the Palmeras circle. We send a big hug".

Nicolás Mattioli, son of the late singer Leo Mattioli, also spoke out.

"On behalf of the entire Mattioli family, we stand with the entire Camino family during this difficult time, sending strength and all our love always. Our condolences", he wrote.

Farewells also came from Jimmy y su Combo Negro: "Our condolences and a big hug to the family".

The retirement of Marcos Camino and the changes in Los Palmeras

In February 2026, Camino had decided to step back from live performances due to issues related to his age and health.

The decision came after the departure of Cacho Deicas, which marked a significant transformation in the structure of the group.

Although he left the stage, the accordionist remained connected to the musical project, while his son Marcos Camino Jr. took on a more prominent role within the group.

What is known about the death of Marcos Camino

According to the Santa Fe media Aire de Santa Fe, the musician was found dead in a property that served as a recording studio.

The initial police reports pointed to a possible suicide, while authorities conducted the necessary actions to establish the circumstances of the death.

Camino's death occurred just a few months after his farewell from the stage, following a career that made his accordion one of the characteristic sounds of Los Palmeras.

The group and his family organized his farewell in Santa Fe, while messages from artists and followers from all over the country continued to arrive.