Ewa Demarczyk | |
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Background information | |
Born | [1] | 16 January 1941
Origin | Kraków, Poland |
Died | 14 August 2020[2] | (aged 79)
Genres | sung poetry |
Occupation | singer |
Instrument | vocals |
Years active | 1961–2000 |
Labels | Polskie Nagrania Muza, Wifon, Decca Records, Melodiya |
Ewa Maria Demarczyk (16 January 1941 – 14 August 2020) was a Polish singer, generally associated with the sung poetry genre and the Piwnica pod Baranami cabaret.
Demarczyk was recognized as one of the most talented and charismatic singers in the history of Polish music.[3] She was praised for her unique interpretations, expression, and unusual stage personality. In the 1960s, she drew comparisons with Édith Piaf. In Poland, she was often referred to as "the Dark Angel".[4]