By “Tampa” Earl Burton, Rock At Night Tampa
Interview: Brian Greenway of April Wine – Recorded October 2026
April Wine is undeniably Canadian rock royalty. For decades, the band has forged a massive international legacy built on infectious melodies, powerful guitar riffs, and timeless arena-rock anthems. At the heart of their signature hard-edged sound is guitarist and vocalist Brian Greenway. Joining the fold in 1977, Greenway’s addition transformed the group into a formidable multi-guitar powerhouse and helped propel them through their most celebrated, commercially successful eras.
Recently, Rock At Night’s “Tampa” Earl Burton had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with the Canadian rock icon for an exclusive interview. In this career-spanning conversation, Greenway opens up about the band’s incredible journey of breaking out of Canada to become a true international rock sensation. The two dive deep into a myriad of fascinating topics, from the creative story behind their massive hit “Just Between You and Me” to lighthearted, behind-the-scenes memories of playing table-top hockey.
They also reflect on monumental career highlights, looking back at the honor of receiving a JUNO Lifetime Achievement Award and their induction into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame, to name one of the few. Greenway shares his thoughts on seeing his fellow Canadian rock greats rightfully claim their places in the Hall of Fame, and most importantly, discusses his enduring passion and commitment to keeping the April Wine torch alive for generations of fans today.
We recently had the pleasure of catching the band live, reviewing their spectacular show alongside Triumph in Orlando back in April, and their legendary energy is as strong as ever. Now, you can hear the stories directly from the source. Be sure to listen to “Chatting With Brian Greenway” on the Rock At Night website and across all our various podcast channels.
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I grew up in a household full of rock music, studied journalism in college, and then became a scientist.Although my science career has served me well, music has always played a major role in my life. I grew up reading "Creem" magazine; I play several musical instruments as a "hobby";and it seems a camera has always been in my hand. Now, I am combining what I love the most--music and photography--serving as editor of Rock At Night. I travel between the US and UK seeking my dream! My motto: life is short...no regrets. Chyrisse
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