Although bassist and vocalist Kip Winger had originally performed in a band
called Winger with two of his brothers in 1980, hard rock / glam metal band
Winger was officially launched in New York City in 1987. Fronted by Kip, the
band also featured guitarist Reb Beach, drummer Rod Morgenstein, and guitarist /
keyboardist Paul Taylor. Signed to Atlantic Records, the group issued their
debut album, Winger, in 1988. The album was an international success and reached
Number 21 on the Billboard 200 Albums chart. Winger featured several of the
band’s most popular songs including “Headed...