Product: Winger Live (2007)
Rating: 4.0
Getting better with age.
After a long hiatus, "hair metal" veterans Winger returned in 2006 with a brand new studio album, which saw favorable reviews, and a welcome return to the touring circuit. As a result, we have the first-ever DVD release from Winger, the appropriately titled Winger Live.Main Program - Recorded during the band's 2007 US tour, Winger Live is the work of an older, more mature Winger. Kip and the guys are more relaxed and restrained than they were in the 80's glory days, but as a result you can focus more on the songs, which were always better than most people gave them credit for ("Seventeen" notwithstanding) and have only improved over time. Kip's voice is in fine shape, and the musicianship is top notch as always (Rod Morgenstein and Reb Beach each get lengthy solos). The highlights (for me at least) are the songs from their ridiculously underratedPullalbum, as well as the newer material fromIV, though I must admit I enjoyed seeing them play "Madalaine" and "Headed for a Heartbreak".Bonus Features - Unfortunately there isn't much in terms of bonus material on Winger Live. You get some footage from the sound check and a photo gallery. I was hoping to see at least an interview or promotional/documentary footage.The Verdict - This one is easy. If you like Winger, buy Winger Live. It may not be the most electrifying live performance ever recorded, but it's still a totally solid performance by the band, and a good overview of Winger's best songs.