Winger’s 1988 self‑titled debut is one of the most polished, hook‑driven hard‑rock albums of the late 80s — packed with technical musicianship, glossy Beau Hill production, and massive singles like:
“Madalaine”
“Seventeen”
“Headed for a Heartbreak”
“Hungry”
 
The 2023 Music On Vinyl reissue gives this classic a premium upgrade on 180‑gram green vinyl, housed in a high‑quality sleeve with the original Atlantic artwork faithfully reproduced. MOV’s reputation for quiet, clean, audiophile‑grade pressings makes this the best modern version of the album.
 
This is the collectible variant — limited, coloured, and beautifully presented.
 
Why This Record Is in the Crimson Vinyl Collection
This album is pure late‑80s hard‑rock swagger — tight riffs, huge choruses, and that unmistakable Beau Hill shine. I’ve always loved how Winger blended technical chops with radio‑ready songwriting, and this debut nails that balance from the first track to the last.
 
Why it belongs in the Crimson Vinyl catalogue:
Green vinyl variant looks incredible and elevates the shelf appeal
MOV pressing quality is consistently top‑tier
One of the strongest debut albums of the glam/hard‑rock era
A must‑have for collectors who love that polished, melodic 80s sound
 
It’s the kind of record that instantly brightens a classic‑rock section — iconic, colourful, and endlessly replayable.
 
TRACK LISTING
 
Side A
Madalaine
Hungry
Seventeen
Without the Night
Purple Haze
 
Side B
State of Emergency
Time to Surrender
Poison Angel
Hangin’ On
Headed for a Heartbreak