Susanna Hoffs and Aimee Mann join forces to cover Badfinger’s power pop classic ‘Name of the Game’

Photo credit: Jonathon Kingsbury

I am a long time fan of both Susanna Hoffs and Aimee Mann, and the two artists sound glorious on a newly-released cover of Badfinger's majestic 1971 classic "Name of the Game." Listen to the track HERE.

The compelling track will be featured on Hoffs' forthcoming covers album Bright Lights due Friday, Nov. 12, 2021 via Baroque Folk Records.

While the acclaimed singers trade verses in the opening part of the song, their shimmering harmonies gloriously immerse the listener as the song grows in beauty and power. 

Hoffs' 2012 solo album Someday was one of my favorite releases of the decade and I'm really looking forward to the release of Bright Lights next month.

Robert Kinsler

Bright Lights Tracklist

1. “Time Will Show the Wiser” – The Merry-Go-Round
2. “One of These Things First” – Nick Drake
3. “You and Your Sister” – Chris Bell
4. “Name of the Game” (feat. Aimee Mann) – Badfinger
5. “I Want to See the Bright Lights Tonight” – Richard & Linda Thompson
6. “You Just May Be the One” – The Monkees
7. “Him or Me – What’s It Gonna Be?” – Paul Revere & The Raiders
8. “Femme Fatale” – The Velvet Underground
9. “Take Me With U” – Prince
10. “No Good Trying” – Syd Barrett