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Myles Goodwyn
Canadian rock musician (1948–2023) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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.
This article is about the Canadian musician. For his self-titled album, see Myles Goodwyn (album).
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Born | (1948-06-23)June 23, 1948 Woodstock, New Brunswick, Canada |
Died | December 3, 2023(2023-12-03) (aged 75) Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada |
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Years active | 1969–2023 |
Formerly of | April Wine |
Website | aprilwine |
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