Winger (album)
Winger is the self-titled debut album by the American rock band Winger, released in 1988 on Atlantic Records. The album features a blend of hard rock and melodic metal, showcasing the band's musicianship and songwriting abilities. It was a commercial success, peaking at number 21 on the Billboard 200 chart and spawning several hit singles.
Track Listing:
The original release of Winger includes the following tracks:
- Madalaine
- Hungry
- Seventeen
- Without the Night
- Purple Haze
- State of Emergency
- Time to Surrender
- Poison Angel
- Hangin' On
- Headed for a Heartbreak
Personnel:
- Kip Winger – lead vocals, bass, keyboards
- Reb Beach – guitars, backing vocals
- Paul Taylor – keyboards, guitars, backing vocals
- Rod Morgenstein – drums, percussion
Production:
- Beau Hill - Producer, Engineer, Mixing
Reception:
Winger was generally well-received upon its release. Its blend of hard rock and catchy melodies, combined with impressive musicianship, garnered significant radio airplay and MTV rotation. The album achieved Platinum status in the United States. However, in retrospect, it has been viewed differently, becoming associated with the glam metal scene and, later, targeted by alternative rock acts during the grunge era.