Joey Arena, a notable Synthwave and alt-pop artist, has embraced the anthemic essence of the ’80s with his latest single "No Easy Way Out," a reimagining of Robert Tepper’s classic from the Rocky IV soundtrack. Released on August 22 via RetroSynth Records, the cover features Tepper himself sharing lead vocals. Produced by Justin “JD” DeBlieck and mastered by Steve Sopchak, this collaboration showcases Arena’s growing repertoire, which includes his well-received cover of Van Halen’s “Dreams.”
As Tepper continues his journey in music, having recently launched a music licensing company, it’s fascinating to see how past hits are being revisited and revitalized in today’s music scene.
What do you think motivates modern artists like Arena to reinterpret classic tracks, and how do these cover versions influence the legacy of the original songs?
