Pavel Bobek (16 September 1937 − 20 November 2013) was a Czech singer who became well known for adapting international songs for Czech audiences and for crossing genres such as pop, country and rock.
Early life
Bobek was born on 16 September 1937 in Prague, Czechoslovakia. Before pursuing music full time, he completed studies to become an architect.
Career
Over the course of his career he collaborated with and performed material connected to a number of notable Western artists. Examples of musicians associated with Bobek include:
He remained a significant presence in the Czech music scene for many years, often recognized for bringing international influences into local performance and recording.
Death
Pavel Bobek died after a long illness on 20 November 2013 in Prague, in what is today the Czech Republic. He was 76 years old.