October 01

 Earl Slick

October 1, 1952

Born Frank Madeloni, Earl Slick built his reputation as a guitarist on the New York music scene before David Bowie selected him to replace Mick Ronson for the Diamond Dogs tour in 1974. He went on to play guitar on Bowie's Young Americans and Station to Station albums, helping shape some of the artist's most acclaimed mid-1970s recordings.

During the late 1970s and early 1980s, Slick worked with artists including Ian Hunter, John Lennon, and Yoko Ono. He contributed to Lennon's Double Fantasy and the sessions that later produced Milk and Honey while also pursuing solo projects. In 1983, he rejoined Bowie for the Serious Moonlight Tour following the success of Let's Dance.

Slick continued recording, touring, and collaborating with a wide range of artists, including members of the Stray Cats in Phantom, Rocker & Slick and later the New York Dolls. His long association with David Bowie and his extensive session work established him as one of rock's most respected guitar sidemen. He remains active in music in 2026.

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Brian Greenway

October 1, 1951

Brian Greenway first gained attention as a guitarist and vocalist with Mashmakhan and later The Dudes before joining April Wine in 1977. He became part of the band's most commercially successful lineup and appeared on albums including First Glance, Harder... Faster, The Nature of the Beast, Power Play, and Animal Grace. His guitar work, vocals, and harmonica contributions helped shape April Wine's sound during its peak years.

Greenway remained with April Wine until the band's breakup in 1986 and released the solo album Serious Business in 1988. When April Wine reunited in 1992, he returned and became the longest-serving member of the group. In addition to his work with April Wine, he has performed with projects including Brian Greenway's Blues Bus.

His career has been closely identified with April Wine for nearly five decades. He remains active in music in 2026.

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