1993 My China Entertainment Age

Chapter 55: The clown scandal unexpectedly became popular!

At this time, Hong Kong has not returned yet, and going there is more difficult than going abroad. In order to reduce the trouble, everyone actually applies for a seven-day tourist visa.

After the plane flew to Shenzhen, everyone who participated in the performance came out of the airport, with their backs to the camera, carrying musical instruments, equipment, and luggage, and the group walked on the streets of Shenzhen - this was very similar to a certain filming with the theme of the migrant workers' wave in the south.

In this street scene, except for a few people with long hair and pigtails who look a bit eye-catching, the rest of the people look like ordinary passers-by.

This scene was also captured by casual photographer Gao Yuan with a camera.

However, when they were about to leave customs, Hong Kong performance planner Zhang Peiren, head of Moyan Culture, suddenly received a call.

"Landy, something's going on. What's going on? All the thirty-seven people got fake documents!"

On Jiang Xiaofeng's ID, the place of birth reads: Henan.

But in fact, Jiang Xiaofeng only went to Shaolin to learn skills. He was not an authentic Henan person, but a Cantonese.

Jiang Xiaofeng seriously doubted that this certificate was obtained in Henan.

Zhang Chu’s name belongs to a farmer from Gansu, but he is actually from Hunan. He went to Xi’an with his parents when he was eight years old. I don’t know if his real name is Zhang Hongbing.

When everyone arrived in Xiangjiang, Zhang Peiren remembered and went to the tour group to question the person who issued the certificate as to why it was a fake certificate.

After arriving in Xiangjiang, they walked in groups on the streets, feeling the unique atmosphere of capitalism. They also rushed to the pier carrying a large bag of various beers, blowing the sea breeze, basking in the sun, and drank them all.

This sentence was actually designed by Zhang Peiren, mainly to attract attention, and it can also be understood as a deliberate attempt to be rude.

You know, the Four Heavenly Kings were extremely popular at this time. In the previous November, Guo Fucheng had just held a solo concert in Hung Hom, holding 16 shows in a row.

However, compared with the previous interview tapes, He Yong's media interview this time was obviously much better: "In a prosperous place like Xiangjiang, where entertainment is so developed, there should be such a thing as the Four Heavenly Kings."

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The next day, in the evening.

"Being regarded as a clown by He Yong, Lai Lai felt insulted" (Sing Pao)

"Andy Lau points out that metaphors should not be used" (Tiantian Daily)

The host asked: "Which song from the new album do you think best represents your mood at the moment?"

As a result, they were surprised that Jiang Xiaofeng was elegant and objective in conversation. He was very different from the kind of Yanjing rock person they imagined.

These are the "Four Elites of Magic Rock", and they are about to hold a rock concert at the Hung Hom Stadium in Hong Kong. The "Four Elites of Magic Rock" are firing at the "Four Kings", not to mention how exciting it is.

Jiang Xiaofeng told the truth: "I think the Four Heavenly Kings are somewhat similar to our Magic Rock Four. They are all different individuals with different styles. For example, Jacky Cheung is good at singing, Aaron Kwok is good at dancing, and Andy Lau..."

"Who is He Yong who speaks loudly? Liu Meijun wants to see it" (Oriental Daily)

"He Yong: The Three Heavenly Kings Are Clowns" (Express News)

"The three kings were criticized as clowns, and Anita Mui accused their comments of being out of position" (Express News)

"Ng Chin-lian says mainland singer He Yong should not criticize the Four Heavenly Kings in this way" (TV Daily)

Ding Wu said: "They are just four big jokes."

The urinary nature of the media is that they are never afraid of big things, they are afraid that nothing will happen.

Miraculously, although each of them had false evidence, none of them was caught.

A reporter asked: "Call the three kings are clowns, will it cause harm to the singers?"

"He Yong speaks to the point, Wang Fei admits that she is also a clown" (Tiantian Daily)

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The host asked: "What do you think of the Four Heavenly Kings of Hong Kong? Can you tell me briefly?"

Who is He Yong? What are the "Four Heroes of Magic Rock"? This has become a huge question mark hanging in the hearts of many people in Hong Kong.

However, as soon as He Yong said this, the entire Hong Kong media was alarmed. Who are these guys and why are they so crazy?

The Hong Kong media were shocked and then excited.

Back at the hotel in the evening, Zhang Peiren distributed a booklet to everyone, planning what everyone would do at what time in the next few days.

For example: from 16:00 to 19:00 on the 14th, Zhang Chuquan is rehearsing, Jiang Xiaofeng is going to commercial radio station 2 to promote the record, Dou Wei is going to be interviewed by Mingpao, and He Yong is going to accept two rounds of interviews from Asia Weekly and Tiantian Daily.

Jiang Xiaofeng and Dou Wei both said they would not comment.

The Tang Dynasty band has free time, but from 7 to 8 pm, they have to go back to the room to be interviewed by Asia Weekly.

Sure enough, after the report leaked out the next day, the response was violent, and the Magic Rock Four's concert poster was torn apart by the King's fans.

As for the members of the Overload band, including Li Yanliang, they all came to help with the accompaniment and were not even famous at all.

Jiang Xiaofeng thought for a while and said, "Actually, I like every song."

In the finale, He Yong said (pao): "Hong Kong only has the entertainment industry, but no music! Among the four kings, except Jacky Cheung, who is also a singer, the others are all clowns! If you are not convinced, you can come out and give it a try!"

He Yong, who created the "clown controversy", accepted an interview with Next Weekly. The reporter asked He Yong why he made these remarks.

He Yong said: "Hong Kong's economic development occupies an important position in the world, so music must also be in the same position, but in fact it is just the opposite."

But soon, the powerful Xiangjiang media found out the details of Dou Wei, Jiang Xiaofeng, Zhang Chu and He Yong.

"The Three Heavenly Kings Are Accused of Being Clowns, Hokyou Feels The Criticism Is Too Extreme"

Jiang Xiaofeng smiled and replied: ""Chasing Dreams", although this is not my personal favorite rock song, it definitely best represents my mood at the moment."

But He Yong said so, not for the sake of hype or sensationalism. It was the anger that had been stored in his heart for a long time. He really couldn't figure out why rock and roll, which is full of spiritual power, could never be as influential as pop music in the country.

The melancholy sounds and meaningless moans.

This booklet not only contains the schedule and work arrangements, but also a map indicating the location of the hotel where I am staying, the location of the performance venue in Hung Hom and the Hong Kong Kingstone Record Company.

Jiang Xiaofeng said calmly: "It is because our styles are different that Moyan will cooperate with us. If everyone's music and style are the same, is it necessary to work together?"

On the other hand, Jiang Xiaofeng, accompanied by Zhang Peiren, participated in a radio program on commercial radio station 2 to promote the album "Jiang Xiaofeng".

He Yong asked: "Are they so fragile? Do you want me to comfort them?"

The reporter asked: "Are you worried that this sentence will cause dissatisfaction among the fans of the three kings?"

It is worth mentioning that Jiang Xiaofeng's interview on the radio changed some listeners' impression of the "Four Heroes of Magic Rock". They originally thought that the Four Heroes of Magic Rock were all cynical young people.

The host asked: "Which song of your record is your favorite?"

He Yong's "clown remarks" were like a bombshell dropped in Hong Kong. The local entertainment circle was immediately shocked. Various media outlets responded strongly to He Yong's remarks.

This interview was made into a videotape and broadcast at a press conference in Hong Kong.

In order to prevent everyone from getting lost, this map even has the name of the subway station in front of the hotel, Tsim Sha Tsui, and the exit location of Cameron Road, which is extremely appropriate and thoughtful.

Zhang Chu said: "Who are the four heavenly kings? Is it King Tota Li?"

At the same time, commercial radio stations also released their pre-recorded interview videos.

Before this, the radio host did not know Jiang Xiaofeng at all. He just followed the leadership's orders and played Jiang Xiaofeng's songs step by step.

But in the past two days, He Yong's "Clown Troubles" caused a lot of noise, which made him know who the "Four Elites of Magic Rock" were and who Jiang Xiaofeng was, and he also listened to some songs of "Four Elites of Magic Rock"

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The host asked: "After listening to your works, I feel that your styles are different and there is nothing similar. Why are you called the Four Masters of Magic Rock?"

Before coming to Hong Kong, they recorded an interview video. One of the questions was: "What do you think of Hong Kong's four kings, Jacky Cheung, Andy Lau, Aaron Kwok, and Lai Ming?"

He Yong replied: "The quality of Hong Kong fans is not high to begin with. Singers should urge fans to improve their music awareness, but I only know how to make music."

Zhang Peiren was just about to curse, but the other party came with three consecutive blows: "Has the Ministry of Culture approved your matter? Has the Yanjing Cultural Bureau approved it? Does Xinhua News Agency know? None. Where can I get the real certificate?"

Due to the promotion of Jiang Xiaofeng's "Jiang Xiaofeng" record by Xiangjiang Commercial Radio 2, sales began to increase and the song began to spread.

At the beginning, Jiang Xiaofeng thought that the title song "Blue Lotus" had a chance to become popular in Xiangjiang. However, in fact, the song "I Believe" was the song that Xiangjiang fans liked the most.

Almost overnight, without any precautions, Jiang Xiaofeng's song "I Believe" spread in the streets and alleys of Xiangjiang.

ps. Thanks to the book friend "Bi Meng Xinghen" for the reward, and to everyone who voted to read, thank you.

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