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Winger Live

Winger · 2007

96 min · 19 tracks · hard rock · glam metal

Dynamic live performances blend hard rock riffs with melodic hooks and virtuosic musicianship.

Why this album works

This album not only highlights Winger's return to the stage but also received positive feedback for its production quality and musicianship, reflecting a revival of interest in glam metal during the mid-2000s. The inclusion of both fan favorites and deep cuts demonstrates their enduring legacy within the genre, further solidifying their influence on younger bands in the rock scene.
Best for
dynamic live energy throughout wave-like pacing with peaks sing-along anthems for gatherings
Context
When 'Winger Live' was released in 2007, the band was experiencing a resurgence after a decade-long hiatus, returning to a music scene that had shifted significantly since their initial rise in the early 1990s. This live album captured the energy of their reunion tour, showcasing classic hits alongside newer material as they re-established their presence in the hard rock genre.
Stylistic neighbors
Alice Cooper· Crush 40· Ozzy Osbourne

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Blind Revolution Mad 4:01
  • 2 Loosen Up 3:42
  • 3 Easy Come Easy Go 3:43
  • 4 Your Great Escape 4:02
  • 5 Down Incognito 5:19
  • 6 Rainbow in the Rose 5:29
  • 7 Generica 7:58
  • 8 Junk Yard Dog 4:11

Disc 2

  • 1 Right Up Ahead 4:56
  • 2 Reb’s Guitar Solo 4:13
  • 3 You Are the Saint, I Am the Sinner 5:08
  • 4 Rod’s Drum Solo 6:56
  • 5 Headed for a Heartbreak Standout 6:22
  • 6 Can’t Get Enough 4:33
  • 7 Seventeen Standout 7:34
  • 8 Who’s the One 5:19
  • 9 Miles Away Standout 4:33
  • 10 Madalaine 5:32
  • 11 Blue Suede Shoes (studio acoustic version) 3:26

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