Myles Goodwyn

Canadian rock musician (1948–2023)

This article is about the Canadian musician. For his self-titled album, see Myles Goodwyn (album).

Myles Goodwyn

Goodwyn in 2008

Background information
Born| (1948-06-23)June 23, 1948
Woodstock, New Brunswick, Canada
Died| December 3, 2023(2023-12-03) (aged 75)
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Genres|

* Rock
* hard rock
* blues
* blues rock

Occupations|

* Musician
* songwriter
* record producer

Instruments|

* Vocals
* guitar
* keyboards

Years active| 1969–2023
Formerly of| April Wine
Website| aprilwine.ca

Musical artist

Myles Francis Goodwyn (June 23, 1948 – December 3, 2023) was a Canadian musician. He was the lead vocalist, guitarist, and principal songwriter of the rock band April Wine. He released 16 studio albums with April Wine, and four albums as a solo artist. Goodwyn led the group from its inception and garage band roots to its multiplatinum sales peak. He received the National Achievement Award at the 2002 SOCAN Awards, an ECMA Lifetime Achievement Award, and was inducted into the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame. He was inducted into Canada's Walk of Fame and the Canadian Music Hall of Fame as a member of April Wine.

## Early life

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Goodwyn was born on June 23, 1948, in Woodstock, New Brunswick.[1][2] He grew up in Waverley, Nova Scotia, and recalled hitchhiking to church on Sundays.[3]

## Career

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Goodwyn helped form April Wine in 1969, with David Henman (guitar), Ritchie Henman (drums), and Jim Henman (bass). He led the group from its inception and garage band roots to its multiplatinum sales peak.[4][5] Following the band's peak and commercial success during the 1970s and early 1980s, Goodwyn also pursued a solo career.[1]

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

In March 2008, Goodwyn stated in an interview that he had been in the studio recording his second album Myles Goodwyn & Friends of the Blues. It was to be an all-blues album featuring guest performers such as Amos Garrett, David Wilcox, Frank Marino, Kenny "Blues Boss" Wayne and Rick Derringer.[10] Goodwyn stated that the record was an opportunity to rediscover a passion for blues music, and that he was inspired by the music of Taj Mahal.[11]

In 2010, Goodwyn and April were inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame.[12][13] In 2016, his autobiography, Just Between You and Me, was released.[3][13] In 2018, his second book was published–"Elvis And Tiger".[13] His second album Myles Goodwyn and Friends of the Blues was released in 2018, and earned an ECMA award for "Blues Recording of the Year" in 2019. He subsequently released Myles Goodwyn and Friends Of The Blues 2 in 2019, which also earned the same ECMA award for "Blues Recording of the Year" in 2020.[13] In 2022, Goodwyn received the Singapore International Festival of Arts award for his song "For Ukraine", judged in the "best social impact music/art" category.[13]

On December 20, 2022, Goodwyn retired from touring with April Wine due to his diabetes and poor health. As of 2022, Goodwyn was the only original member of April Wine to be active with the band.[12][13] He continued to write material for the band, and gave his final live performance with April Wine on March 2, 2023, in Truro, Nova Scotia.[3]

Goodwyn was inducted into the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2023, and April Wine was inducted into Canada's Walk of Fame in 2023. During his career, April Wine sold more than 10 million albums, and were nominated 11 times for Juno Awards. Goodwyn felt that his induction into the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame was his greatest achievement.[3]

## Personal life and health issues

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Goodwyn was raised in Nova Scotia, then lived in Quebec for decades. Later in life, he lived in the Halifax area.[3] He was married to a Jewish wife, and their son also had diabetes. Aside from music, Goodwyn enjoyed golf.[11]

He had abused alcohol, then collapsed and nearly died from internal bleeding in 2008. After months of rehab, he committed to publishing his autobiography. He retired due to health concerns in March 2023, no longer wanting to travel frequently.[3] He died at age 75 on December 3, 2023, in Halifax.[1][3]

## Discography

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Discography of Goodwyn:[1]

### with April Wine

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

#### Studio albums

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* April Wine (1971)
* On Record (1972)
* Electric Jewels (1973)
* Stand Back (1975)
* The Whole World's Goin' Crazy (1976)
* Forever for Now (1977)
* First Glance (1978)
* Harder ... Faster (1979)
* The Nature of the Beast (1981)
* Power Play (1982)
* Animal Grace (1984)
* Walking Through Fire (1985)
* Attitude (1993)
* Frigate (1994)
* Back to the Mansion (2001)
* Roughly Speaking (2006)

### Solo

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* Myles Goodwyn (1988)
* Myles Goodwyn and Friends of the Blues (2018)
* Myles Goodwyn and Friends of the Blues 2 (2019)
* Myles Goodwyn Long Pants (2022)

### Singles

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* "Do You Know What I Mean" (with Lee Aaron) (1988) [#47 CAN][14]
* "My Girl" (1988) [#41 CAN][15]
* "Are You Still Loving Me" (1988) [#88 CAN]

## Production credits

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Year | Album  | Artist  |  Co-produced with

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1975  |  "Lady Lover" (45 single)[16] |  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[17] |  April Wine  |  Nick Blagona
1980  |  Body Shots[18] |  Teaze  |  \-
1981  |  The Nature of the Beast[1] |  April Wine  |  Mike Stone
1982  |  Power Play[1] |  April Wine  |  Mike Stone
1984  |  Animal Grace[1] |  April Wine  |  Mike Stone
1985  |  One for the Road[19] |  April Wine  |  Mike Stone
1986  |  Walking Through Fire[20] |  April Wine  |  Lance Quinn
1988  |  Myles Goodwyn[1] |  Myles Goodwyn |  Lance Quinn
1990  |  The Best of Teaze (Over 60 Minutes With...)[18] |  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[18][21] |  Julian Austin |  \-
2006  |  Roughly Speaking[1] |  April Wine  |  \-

## References

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1. ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q "Myles Goodwyn Songs, Albums, Reviews, Bio & More". AllMusic. 2023. Retrieved December 7, 2023.
2. ^ "Myles Goodwyn". April Wine. 2003. Archived from the original on December 23, 2008. Retrieved December 7, 2023.
3. ^ a b c d e f g Woodbury, Richard (December 3, 2023). "Myles Goodwyn, former April Wine singer, dead at 75". CBC News. Halifax, Nova Scotia. Retrieved December 5, 2023.
4. ^ Scrivener, Leslie (March 14, 2009). "Music – April Wine gets its respect". TheStar.com. Toronto. Archived from the original on March 17, 2009. Retrieved March 23, 2009.
5. ^ Elliott, Ian (March 17, 2009). "Snub hits sour note". The Kingston Whig-Standard. Kingston, Ontario. Archived from the original on May 25, 2012. Retrieved December 7, 2023.
6. ^ "2002 SOCAN Awards". SOCAN. Archived from the original on September 16, 2016. Retrieved September 25, 2016.
7. ^ "CBCnews – Great Big Sea take five (ECMA) awards". CBC.ca. February 17, 2003. Archived from the original on December 8, 2008. Retrieved October 27, 2008.
8. ^ "East Coast Music Awards". The Canadian Encyclopedia. Archived from the original on July 29, 2019. Retrieved August 18, 2019.
9. ^ "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.
10. ^ Cat, Ross (2008). "Rock Rapport". Best of Western New York. Archived from the original on May 22, 2012. Retrieved December 6, 2023.
11. ^ a b "10 questions for the lead singer of April Wine". The Scope. St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador. March 1, 2007. Archived from the original on October 17, 2007. Retrieved December 6, 2023.
12. ^ a b Friend, David (December 29, 2022). "Myles Goodwyn to retire from touring with April Wine but continue working with band". Toronto Star. Toronto, Ontario. The Canadian Press. Archived from the original on January 26, 2023. Retrieved December 6, 2023.
13. ^ a b c d e f "April Wine Founder And Singer Myles Goodwyn Announces Retirement From Touring". Blabbermouth.net. December 29, 2022. Archived from the original on January 26, 2023. Retrieved December 6, 2023.
14. ^ "RPM Top 100 Singles - July 23, 1988" (PDF).
15. ^ "RPM Top 100 Singles - October 15, 1988" (PDF).
16. ^ "April Wine, the Buerster Collection – Singles – Myles Goodwyn Projects". AprilWine.ws. Archived from the original on February 6, 2007. Retrieved October 27, 2008.
17. ^ "April Wine, the Buerster Collection – Ladies Man (sleeve B)". AprilWine.ws. Archived from the original on October 26, 2007. Retrieved October 27, 2008.
18. ^ a b c "April Wine, the Buerster Collection – Compact Discs". AprilWine.ws. Archived from the original on September 22, 2010. Retrieved October 27, 2008.
19. ^ "April Wine–One for the Road (Live in Ottawa)". AllMusic. 2023. Retrieved December 7, 2023.
20. ^ "April Wine, the Buerster Collection – Boxed set, booklet 2". AprilWine.ws. Archived from the original on June 6, 2010. Retrieved April 23, 2009.
21. ^ "Julian Austin – Official Website – Music – Bulletproof". JulianAustin.com. Archived from the original on August 20, 2008. Retrieved October 27, 2008.

## External links

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* April Wine's official website
* Myles Goodwyn discography at Discogs
* Myles Goodwyn at IMDb

* v
* t
* e

April Wine

* Myles Goodwyn
* Brian Greenway
* Richard Lanthier
* Roy Nichol

* Steve Lang
* Carl Dixon
* Jim Clench
* Jerry Mercer

Studio albums|

* April Wine (1971)
* On Record (1972)
* Electric Jewels (1973)
* Stand Back (1975)
* The Whole World's Goin' Crazy (1976)
* Forever for Now (1977)
* First Glance (1978)
* Harder ... Faster (1979)
* The Nature of the Beast (1981)
* Power Play (1982)
* Animal Grace (1984)
* Walking Through Fire (1986)
* Attitude (1993)
* Frigate (1994)
* Back to the Mansion (2001)
* Roughly Speaking (2006)

Live albums|

* Live! (1974)
* Live at the El Mocambo (1977)
* Ladies Man (1980)
* One for the Road (1985)
* Greatest Hits Live 1997 (1997)
* I Like to Rock (2002)
* Greatest Hits Live 2003 (2003)

Compilation albums|

* Greatest Hits (1979)
* The Best of April Wine: Rock Ballads (1981)
* Review and Preview (1981)
* The Hits (1987)
* All the Rockers (1987)
* We Like to Rock (1988)
* The First Decade (1989)
* Oowatanite (1990)
* The April Wine Collection (1992)
* Champions of Rock (1996)
* Rock Champions (2000)
* Classic Masters (2002)
* Best of April Wine (2003)
* April Wine Rocks! (2006)

Video and DVD|

* Live in London (1981)
* From the Front Row ... Live! (2003)

Singles|

* "Fast Train" (1971)
* "You Could Have Been a Lady" (1972)
* "Tonite Is a Wonderful Time to Fall in Love" (1975)
* "Roller" (1978)
* "I Like to Rock" (1981)
* "Just Between You and Me" (1981)
* "Sign of the Gypsy Queen" (1981)
* "Enough Is Enough" (1982)

Authority control databases

International|

* ISNI
* VIAF
* WorldCat

National|

* Germany
* United States
* France
* BnF data
* Spain

Artists|

* MusicBrainz

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