From VICE · Stephen Andrew Galiher · · 40s
Kip Winger Reveals Vocal Cord Paralysis
80s rock singer Kip Winger explains vocal cord paralysis after band's retirement confusion.
In brief
80s rock singer Kip Winger explains vocal cord paralysis after band's retirement confusion. Kip Winger has vocal cord paralysis, causing his band Winger to play limited shows despite announcing retirement in 2025. Originally reported by VICE.
Kip Winger's Vocal Cord Diagnosis
Kip Winger revealed vocal cord paralysis during a SiriusXM Trunk Nation episode in October 2026.
“I’ve got this paralysis in my vocal cord, so it’s very difficult to get my voice up and running, but I can do it”
Band Retirement Confusion
Winger's band retired in 2025 but played shows in 2026 after Kip planned a slow-down.
“I was telling everybody, like, ‘This is gonna be my last show for a while, because I’m doing other s**t’”
2026 Tour Schedule
Winger played 10-12 shows in 2026, ending with a Monsters Of Rock cruise in 2027.
“Ten, maybe. Twelve, he said, counting the band’s 2026 concerts”
The short version
Kip Winger has vocal cord paralysis, causing his band Winger to play limited shows despite announcing retirement in 2025.
