Biography:

Myles Francis Goodwyn (born Miles Francis Goodwin; June 23, 1948 – December 3, 2023)^[1][2] was a Canadian musician. He was the lead vocalist, guitarist, and principal songwriter of April Wine. Goodwyn helped form April Wine in 1969 with David Henman (guitar), Ritchie Henman (drums), and Jim Henman (bass). Goodwyn led the group from its inception and modest garage band roots to multi-platinum sales and peak.^[3][4] Goodwyn appeared and performed on every April Wine release.

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 led the band ever afterwards.

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

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