Congratulations go out to Polka Jammer Network Board of Directors Member and IJ, Eddie Biegaj, on his induction into the International Polka Association (IPA) Hall of Fame, Living Category, for 2014! This is a well-deserved award, as Eddie is a musician, vocalist, band leader, composer and promoter, in addition to his service to the Polka Jammer Network. His full biography will be available on the IPA website in the next several months.
The International Polka Association (IPA) announced the 2014 inductees to the Polka Music Hall of Fame and the winners of the Music Awards on April 27, 2014. The presentations will be made at the 45th Annual IPA Polka Music Hall of Fame and Music Awards Banquet at the 46th Annual IPA Festival and Convention on Saturday, August 30, 2014, at the Embassy Suites Hotel in Independence, Ohio.
You can see the full list of award winners at the IPA website at www.internationalpolka.com.
Dave Lubovinsky says
Congrats, Eddie Biegaj!!! A well deserved tribute to a true music prodigy. I’m very happy for you.
Carol Andrysiak Ruszczyk says
I am so happy for you Eddie. There have been many of times when you brought tears to
my eyes when you sang. You have such a beautiful voice and a dynamite personality and I always love listening to you. You’re also a very handsome guy. My husband and I use to see you a Bayway. I have blonde hair and my husband wears glasses and we love Ms. Vickie!
Marie Gallagher says
EDDIE Congratulations to you on your induction to the IPA Hall Of Fame. My brother Peter Karnish would be very proud of you to hear this. Vicky and I are sending our best to you . Keep up the good work so our Polish music can last and keep us happy . Marie Gallagher
Mike Krupa says
Congratulations Eddie Biegaj ! I can remember you when you had longer hair and when you used to play with Toledo ( Ohio ) Polkamotion. I remember you were playing the drums. I also can remember when you had another Great Polka Band named ” Crusade “. I can remember hearing you play on your accordion, belting out many, many more Polkas. Finishing up let me say this, ” Congratulations Eddie Biegaj for being inducted into the International Polka Association; Eddie, you are a Great Entertainer as well as a Great Vocalist. Once again, Eddie, Welcome in to the I. P. A.