Stanisław Soyka was an outstanding Polish musician, singer, pianist, violinist, composer and arranger. He died at the age of 66.
Soyka was born on 26 April 1959 in Żory. He was a versatile artist who performed music in various styles, including jazz, pop, soul, sung poetry and classical music. His distinctive voice and artistic sensitivity earned him a reputation as one of the greatest interpreters of Polish song. Over his career he worked with many outstanding musicians, and his output includes several dozen albums.
Stanisław Soyka was scheduled to perform on the fourth day of the Sopot festival, but he did not appear on stage due to a serious health problem. According to unofficial reports, he collapsed during a rehearsal before the concert and was taken to hospital. He reportedly suffered a heart attack, which led to his death despite the efforts of doctors. Following the news of his death, broadcaster TVN interrupted its broadcast of the festival, and artists and organisers expressed their condolences to his family and loved ones.
In recent years Soyka struggled with serious health problems, including type II diabetes, which he spoke about openly. He made lifestyle changes related to his health, including losing around 30 kg, but despite these efforts his health did not allow him to continue his activity.
Soyka’s best-known and most acclaimed albums include “Blublula” (1981), “Sojka i Allegro” (1987), “Acoustic” (1991) and “Tryptyk rzymski” (2003), a musical interpretation of the poetry of John Paul II. Among his most popular songs are “Tolerancja” (originally “Hard to Part”), “Jesteś światłem”, “Nigdy więcej”, “Fa na na na” and “Cud niepamięci”.
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