Rockers Revenge Featuring Donnie Calvin - The Harder They Come

Year Released: 1982 (Single)
Genre: Post-Disco, Electro, Freestyle.
Detailed Description Containing Key Facts: "The Harder They Come" by Rockers Revenge featuring Donnie Calvin is a seminal post-disco/early electro track from 1982, notable for its innovative production by Arthur Baker. This song is a dance-oriented reinterpretation of Jimmy Cliff's reggae classic. Baker transformed the original into a club anthem by layering it with a driving LinnDrum machine beat, prominent synthesizers, and Calvin's soulful lead vocals, often with backing vocals echoing the original's melodic lines. It's an excellent example of how producers in the early 80s were re-imagining and blending genres using new electronic technologies, creating a fresh sound that bridged disco with nascent hip-hop and electro scenes, making it a beloved track in underground dance culture.