Formed in New York in 1987, Winger gained popularity with their self-titled debut album released in 1988. Featuring the hits, “Headed For A Heartbreak,” “Seventeen” and “Madalaine,” the album stayed on the Billboard 200 for 63 weeks, peaking at #21. It has been certified platinum in the US and gold in Canada and Japan. Winger toured with Scorpions, Cinderella, Bon Jovi, Skid Row amongst others in support of the album.