One of the most exciting Polish male singers of late 60s-early 70s. Owner of a deep yet mighty voice, Borys was THE singer, second only to Niemen in terms of vocal abilities.

Started professional carreer in 1965 as co-founder of Blackout (->), later to become Breakout (->), a pioneering Polish blues band. In 1968 started collaboration with Bizony, his backing band on future solo records. February 1969 saw the release of Borys’ debut LP, a fascinating record heavily influenced by black American soul singers. By this time adopted flower-power image, grew long hair and beard to create an image that made him an even more charismatic figure.

Next year took part in creation of the first Polish rock opera ‘Naga’ (‘Naked’) by Niebiesko Czarni (->). This really daring project was rave success that shed even more light on Borys, as did joint appearances with vocal band Portrety. Early 70s were also marked with records made by Borys with Janusz Kiepski’s instrumental band, which lead to “Jaskolka uwiesiona’ (‘The Captured Swallow’) song becoming smash hit at song festival in Sopot in 1973. Enjoyed success at song festivals in Rennes, France, and Opole, Poland, the same year. Next year appeared at another song festival, this time in Athens, Greece. ‘Wierze drzewom’ (‘Believe The Trees’) won the second prize there.

Unfortunately, by 1974 Borys entered erratic phase of career. Still enjoyed some success, but, at the same time, failed to appear at Tokyo concert. Appearance at song festival in Carracas was also unsuccessful. Emigrated to USA in 1975. From that moment on recorded and toured sporadically.

Out of the blue, in 1984 released an amazing, albeit obscure LP – ‘…Pisze pamietnik artysty…’ (‘I Write Monument For The Artist’) with songs based on verses by Cyprian Norwid, Polish famous poet. Three years later performed at Opole once more.

Discography: reviews are coming soon