John Palmer (musician)

John "Poli" Palmer
Palmer performing with Roger Chapman in 2018
Background information
Born
John Michael Palmer

(1943-05-26)26 May 1943
Worcester, England
Died21 July 2025(2025-07-21) (aged 82)
Instruments
  • Vibraphone
  • keyboards
  • flute
  • drums
Years active1960s–2025
Formerly of

John Michael "Poli" Palmer (26 May 1943 – 21 July 2025) was an English rock musician who was a key member in the progressive rock band Family. Though he was not an original member, he was regarded as being integral to the group's sound. He played the vibraphone, flute, piano, synthesizers and occasional drums, and he was with the band from late 1969 until late 1972.