Myles Goodwyn

Myles Francis Goodwyn (born Miles Francis Goodwin on (1948-06-23)June 23, 1948)[1][2] is a Canadian musician. He is the only original remaining member of the rock band April Wine, in which he is the lead vocalist, guitarist, and principal songwriter. Goodwyn helped form April Wine in 1969 with David Henman (guitar), Ritchie Henman (drums), and Jim Henman (bass). Goodwyn has led the group since its inception and modest garage band roots to multi-platinum sales and peak.[3][4] Goodwyn has appeared and performed on every April Wine release.

This article is about the Canadian musician. For his self-titled album, see Myles Goodwyn (album).
Myles Goodwyn
Goodwyn in 2008
Goodwyn in 2008
Background information
Birth nameMiles Francis Goodwin
Born (1948-06-23) June 23, 1948
Woodstock, New Brunswick, Canada
Genres
Occupation(s)
  • Musician
  • songwriter
  • record producer
Instrument(s)
  • Vocals
  • guitar
  • keyboards
Years active1969–2023
Member ofApril Wine
Websiteaprilwine.ca

Following the band's peak and commercial success during the 1970s and early '80s, Goodwyn disbanded April Wine and pursued a solo career. After a brief relocation to the Bahamas, Goodwyn returned to Canada and reformed April Wine in 1992. He continues to lead the band to the present day.

In 2002, Goodwyn was the recipient of the National Achievement Award at the annual SOCAN Awards held in Toronto.[5] In January 2003 (2003-01), he received an ECMA Lifetime Achievement Award for his impact on the music industry of Atlantic Canada.[6][7][8][9]

In March 2008 (2008-03), Goodwyn stated in an interview that he had been in the studio recording his second album Myles Goodwyn & Friends of the Blues. It will be an all-blues album featuring guest performers such as Amos Garrett, David Wilcox, Frank Marino, Kenny "Blues Boss" Wayne and Rick Derringer.[10][11]

In 2016, his autobiography, Just Between You and Me, was released. In 2018, his second album Myles Goodwyn and Friends of the Blues was released.

On December 20, 2022, it was announced via Goodwyn's website he will be retiring from touring with April Wine due to his diabetes and poor health. Goodwyn’s final live performance was on March 2, 2023, in Nova Scotia.[12][13][14]

Discography

with April Wine
For a more comprehensive detailed list, see April Wine discography.

Studio albums

Solo
  • Myles Goodwyn and Friends of the Blues (2018)

Singles
  • Do You Know What I Mean (with Lee Aaron) (1988) [#47 CAN]
  • My Girl (1988) [#18 CAN]
  • Are You Still Loving Me (1988) [#88 CAN]

Production credits
 Year  Album Artist   Co-produced with  
 1975  "Lady Lover" (45 single)[15]  Bronze  -
 1976  The Whole World's Goin' Crazy[1]  April Wine  -
 1977  Forever for Now[1]  April Wine  -
 1978  First Glance[1]  April Wine  -
 1979  One Night Stands[1]  Teaze  -
 1979  Harder ..... Faster[1]  April Wine  Nick Blagona
 1980  Ladies Man[16]  April Wine  Nick Blagona
 1980  Body Shots[17]  Teaze  -
 1981  The Nature of the Beast[1]  April Wine  Mike Stone
 1981  Live in London (concert video)  April Wine  Mike Stone
 1982  Power Play[1]  April Wine  Mike Stone
 1984  Animal Grace[1]  April Wine  Mike Stone
 1984  A Taste of Teaze  Teaze  -
 1985  One for the Road  April Wine  Mike Stone
 1986  Walking Through Fire[18]  April Wine  Lance Quinn
 1988  Myles Goodwyn[1]  Myles Goodwyn   Lance Quinn
 1990  The Best of Teaze (Over 60 Minutes With...)[17]   Teaze  -
 1993  Attitude[1]  April Wine  George Lagios
 1994  Frigate[1]  April Wine  -
 2001  Back to the Mansion[1]  April Wine  April Wine 
 2002  Bulletproof[17][19]  Julian Austin  -
 2006  Roughly Speaking[1]  April Wine  -

See also

References
  1. "AllMusic.com – Myles Goodwyn credits". AllMusic.com. Retrieved October 27, 2008.
  2. "April Wine, Myles Goodwyn – Biography". AprilWine.ca. Archived from the original on December 23, 2008. Retrieved October 29, 2008.
  3. Scrivener, Leslie (March 14, 2009). "Music – April Wine gets its respect". TheStar.com. Toronto. Retrieved March 23, 2009.
  4. "The Whig Standard – Snub hits sour note". TheWhig.com. Archived from the original on May 25, 2012. Retrieved March 23, 2009.
  5. "2002 SOCAN AWARDS | SOCAN". Socan.ca. Retrieved September 25, 2016.
  6. "CBCnews – Great Big Sea take five (ECMA) awards". CBC.ca. February 17, 2003. Retrieved October 27, 2008.
  7. "East Coast Music Awards". The Canadian Encyclopedia. Retrieved August 18, 2019.
  8. "CB Music News – Myles Goodwyn to receive ECMA Lifetime Achievement Award". CBMusic.com. Archived from the original on December 1, 2008. Retrieved October 27, 2008.
  9. "April Wine, the Buerster Collection – ECMA Awards Show". AprilWine.ws. Retrieved October 27, 2008.
  10. LKPro.com Inc. "Night Life – Best of WNY.com – Rock Rapport, an interview with Myles Goodwyn". Best of WNY.com. Retrieved May 20, 2012.
  11. "St. John's arts and entertainment newspaper – 10 questions for the lead singer of April Wine". Thescope.ca. March 1, 2007. Retrieved May 20, 2012.
  12. "April Wine's Myles Goodwyn announces tour departure". mylesgoodwyn.com. Retrieved January 26, 2023.
  13. Blabbermouth (December 29, 2022). "APRIL WINE Founder And Singer MYLES GOODWYN Announces Retirement From Touring". BLABBERMOUTH.NET. Retrieved January 26, 2023.
  14. "Myles Goodwyn to retire from touring with April Wine but continue working with band". thestar.com. December 29, 2022. Retrieved January 26, 2023.
  15. "April Wine, the Buerster Collection – Singles – Myles Goodwyn Projects". AprilWine.ws. Retrieved October 27, 2008.
  16. "April Wine, the Buerster Collection – Ladies Man (sleeve B)". AprilWine.ws. Retrieved October 27, 2008.
  17. "April Wine, the Buerster Collection – Compact Discs". AprilWine.ws. Retrieved October 27, 2008.
  18. "April Wine, the Buerster Collection – Boxed set, booklet 2". AprilWine.ws. Archived from the original on June 6, 2010. Retrieved April 23, 2009.
  19. "Julian Austin – Official Website – Music – Bulletproof". JulianAustin.com. Archived from the original on August 20, 2008. Retrieved October 27, 2008.
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