China Entertainment 2000

"Boom boom bonm, Gotta get-get!"

"Boom boom bonm, Gotta get-get!"

"Boom boom bonm, Gotta get-get!"

"..."

In the recording studio, Zhou Yi, who was wearing headphones, was sitting on a chair with his legs dangling, his arms crossed in front of his chest, listening to Rihanna in the recording room repeating simple words over and over again as he asked -

"Boom Boom Pow", the Black Eyed Peas' top song that is popular all over the world, is a very clever song that combines hip-hop and electronic dance music.

The conventional drum set, the psychedelic and weird synthesizer, and the right bass directly combined to create an extremely wonderful chemical reaction, which made this song a global hit—it topped the charts in more than ten countries around the world. Billboard's 12th consecutive number one.

One of the guaranteed songs in his third English junior high school.

Even in the Chinese market, which is not very fond of English songs, the phrase "boom boom bonm, give me curry" is a brainwashing lyric that many people still remember.

Of course, the reason why Zhouyi chose this song, in addition to its popularity, is more importantly due to the digital attributes contained in this song.

This is a work that is full of a strong "digital" flavor in both the MV and the arrangement and production, which is very consistent with his image as a leader in actively embracing the new digital era.

At the same time, the large amount of Auto-Tune technology used in this song is also a huge impact on today's music scene.

As a fully automatic tuning software, Auto-Tune is nicknamed "Meitu Xiuxiu in the sound industry" and was born in 1997. For today's world music scene, the young band has caused a commotion since its birth.

But as time goes by, as a new technology, Auto-Tune has been abandoned by many musicians after entering the new century due to its oversimplification, fool-like operation and damage to the human voice.

Auto-Tune took off again in the European and American music circles until singer T-Pain released his first album "Rappa Ternt Sanga" in 2005. His updated Auto-Tune adjustment technology directly set off a wave of Auto-Tune in the European and American music circles. craze.

After that, Auto-Tune officially sat on the dining table of the world's mainstream music scene and became an indispensable part.

It is true that many big names in the music industry later scorned Auto-Tune, believing that its appearance led to the distortion of human singing, but there are also many big names who used it to create new peaks in their careers——

The former is like Jay-z, and the latter is like Kanye.

The final facts also prove that Auto-Tune will not only not be abandoned, but will become more and more popular as time goes by. After the arrival of the global mobile Internet era, Auto-Tune has completely taken the world by storm.

Even though it does have many disadvantages, software technology is dead and singers are alive. How to use it to have positive effects or even the finishing touch does not depend on this technology, but depends entirely on the singer's own upper and lower limits.

In the hands of top singers, Auto-Tune can be played to great effect and be loved by the audience. But in the hands of a migrant worker named Wu who came to China, Auto-Tune has become the object of ridicule.

Therefore, when he released the song "boom boom pow" in 2004, it was undoubtedly a trend-setting one. This also corresponds to the sentence in the lyrics "I'm so 3008, You so 2000 and late" (I have reached 3008, but you are still in 2000).

This description couldn't be more suitable for him now——

In 2004, when the digital age had not yet completely entered, this was a piece of pure brilliance that could be called "leading the future" in archaeological studies in the future. Moreover, as a commercial song, even fans who do not understand the technical content can be brainwashed by the extremely classic song rhythm.

"Okay, you can stop."

After listening to the audition, Zhou Yi took off his headphones, raised his hands and made a pause gesture towards Rihanna inside, who then put away her restless and excited mood and walked out nervously——

"Mr. Spike, I-"

"Just call me Spike."

Zhou Yi stood up and smiled kindly: "Sorry, Rihanna, I have to tell you a very regrettable fact."

"..."

When she heard this sentence, Rihanna's expectations shattered instantly, and her eyes were filled with unconcealable loss.

Sure enough, she knew.

For a musician of Zhou Yi's level, how could she be worthy of collaborating with him now?

"Unfortunately, your vocal lessons may need to be interrupted for about a week, because I need you to help sing and shoot the MV."

"Yeah, I understand, I'll keep on trying-huh????"

Rihanna, who was a little distracted because of the loss, paused, and then reacted belatedly, her eyes widened in an instant, and she looked at the smiling man sitting on the chair in front of her in disbelief: "What? !”

"yes."

Zhou Yi grinned even brighter: "You heard it right, Rihanna. Don't you want to come? If you don't want to come, then I will find someone else -"

"No, no, no! I want to come! I really want to sing with you! It's my honor!"

Rihanna was anxious and hurriedly interrupted Zhou Yi's words. The emotions of ups and downs surged on her face, and Zhou Yi couldn't help laughing——

"You have a gift, don't waste it."

Zhou Yi stood up and put on his coat before leaving. He turned around and gave a thumbs up to the girl who was standing there dumbfounded by joy: "Come on."

Rihanna, who has been running around in major music venues in her hometown but has not been recognized by many professionals for a long time, felt her nose was a little sore for the first time. She had never had such a strong feeling when she was signed by Zhou Yi -

Just because the person who really said this to her and confirmed that her persistence was not meaningless was Zhou Yi.

After watching Zhou Yi leave in confusion, Rihanna took a deep breath to cheer herself up and called her agent to tell her the great news.

…………………………

"Have you heard? It seems that Spike's new album will feature a new singer from his company?"

"Really or not?"

"I can lie to you. According to the information my agent found out, she is a new female singer who just signed a contract with Warner Records not long ago."

"God, why isn't I the lucky one..."

As a top celebrity who has personally admitted that she has started preparing for a new album, any news about Zhou Yi can spread to most of the world within 24 hours. The unfamiliar name of Rihanna also made people who wanted to sell it at a price. Many female singers regret it and beat their chests——

If they had gone in first, they would probably have gotten the piece of cake.

But now, they could only stare blankly after receiving the news.

"Why don't I believe it? Is there no female singer who has contacted you privately and invited you to sing a duet?"

On the afternoon of February 29, Los Angeles, Chateau Marmont Hotel.

Scarlett Johansson, who was waiting for the cast members of "Lost in Translation", did not shy away from the cryptic looks from around her. She moved intimately with Zhou Yi, who was wearing a lavender patterned Armani haute couture, and had a great conversation.

As one of the most well-known five-star manor hotels in Hollywood, when the Oscars are being held, many stars who come to attend the ceremony naturally stay in this hotel - this is the case for Scarlett Johansson, and the same is true for Zhou Yi.

Today, Scarlett is wearing a green low-cut dress with suspenders, paired with simple and exquisite jewelry, elegant yet sexy——

The makeup is based on a fresh and elegant tone. Her golden wavy hair is cut a lot shorter and combed down to the back of the neck, which perfectly interprets the beauty of the blend of classic and modern.

At the age of 19, she already possesses the charm of a mature woman, which perfectly matches her skin age at its peak, making her a well-deserved sexy beauty.

As long as you don't take the initiative to tell her age, just looking at her temperament and figure, if you say she is in her mid-twenties, no one will doubt her.     The mature appearance unique to Europeans and Americans.

"How did you know there was, but apparently there's no room for it on my album at the moment."

Zhou Yi, who was also waiting for the crew of "Pirates of the Caribbean", smiled and joked: "Of course, if you are willing to give up your position in the MV, then I think I will find someone else."

Scarlett rolled her eyes at him charmingly.

"Hey! Spike!"

Just as the two were chatting and breaking the social safety distance, a shout from Johnny Depp instantly interrupted their flirting——

The entire crew of "Pirates of the Caribbean" gathered together, led by Depp, director Gore Verbinski, and producer Jerry Bruckheimer.

Scarlett Johansson, who met Jerry and other Hollywood bigwigs, immediately acted extremely well-behaved, holding Zhou Yi's hand and saying hello to them.

"Don't tell me you want to learn English."

Depp, who had a close relationship with him, smiled and teased, and Zhou Yi raised his middle finger at him without hesitation: "Your hair style is really bad today, John."

There is nothing to say about the classic combination of black and white suits. In order to increase the visual richness, Depp also wore two gold rings on his hands - but in Zhou Yi's opinion, everything was ruined by the middle-parted hairstyle.

A true center parting - the kind that starts from the middle of the forehead and goes to both sides.

That is to say, Depp's face is here. Otherwise, if someone with low looks comes and uses this hairstyle, he will become a wretched traitor in minutes.

"You're jealous that I was nominated for Best Actor, Spike."

Johnny Depp, who is very satisfied with his score, rarely smiles cheerfully in public——

No way, he is indeed in a good mood today.

Being nominated for the Oscar for Best Actor is undoubtedly the highest achievement for a Hollywood actor, not to mention that this is the first Oscar nomination for him in his acting career.

People always pay special attention to their first time.

On the other side, all the crew of "Lost in Translation" were also gathered. As the heroine of the film, Scarlett Johansson raised her hand to greet them, and then said to Zhou Yi: "I'm leaving first, Spike. "

"Good luck to you."

"You too."

Scarlett Johansson was also in a good mood after receiving the blessing, and even performed extremely well on the red carpet afterwards——

There is no way, she is the only one in the whole cast who can be considered a beauty. Although director and screenwriter Sofia Coppola is the daughter of the director of "The Godfather", she is obviously not as eye-catching as a typical sexy beauty like Scarlett Johansson on the red carpet.

"Spike! Do you think you can beat all your competitors and win the Oscar tonight?"

"I don't know. I'm not familiar with the Oscars and I don't know their judging criteria. Also, don't try to trick me."

As soon as he stepped on the red carpet, Zhou Yi was criticized by reporters before he even had time to sign autographs. He couldn't help but joke: "My manager has warned me that I have to focus on the new album and cannot make it outside." trouble."

As soon as they heard the "new album" popping out of Zhou Yi's mouth, the fans gathered on both sides of the court burst into cheers——

"Looks like everyone is excited for your new album, Spike."

Johnny Depp smiled and put his hand on his shoulder. While taking pictures, he didn't forget to say: "But I think tomorrow's headline will be me, not you."

The crowd suddenly burst into laughter.

Since that talk show with extremely luxurious guests was broadcast, the world has seen for the first time Zhou Yi's ability to control the show and the "grievances" between him and Johnny Depp. The current dispute has diluted the previous serious issue into a bet between good friends——

The bets are of the "you're good" kind.

The atmosphere at the scene and the atmosphere among the crew members are full of joy at the moment.

But soon, when the 76th Academy Awards ceremony officially began, the joyful atmosphere among the crew members suddenly became solemn——

There is no other reason, just because as time goes by, more than an hour has passed, and as long as the awards nominated for "The Lord of the Rings 3" are in the end, they all belong to them without exception.

This is a bad sign.

There were subtle changes in the expressions of the director and producer, and Depp, who was nominated for Best Actor, also frowned slightly when the camera wasn't looking over.

When Scarlett Johansson took the stage as a presenter to present the Best Makeup Award, and the winner was still the crew of "Lord of the Rings 3", Zhou Yi, who was not surprised by this scene, smiled and applauded——

If he remembers correctly, "Lord of the Rings 3" received a total of 11 nominations for this year's Oscars, and all of the last 11 nominations were successful.

This is an extremely horrifying record, the product of Hollywood's determination to create a god. Even he has little hope of winning Best Song and breaking this all-win record.

If Depp hadn't been invited to the talk show before, he wouldn't have appeared at the Oscars.

Scarlett Johansson, who had also sensed something was wrong, glanced in the direction of Zhou Yi after presenting the award and leaving the stage——

When the Best Movie Song awards ceremony began, Jack Black and Will Ferrell appeared as presenters and teased: "Scarlett, do you want Spike to win this award?"

Scarlett Johansson, who was Cued, shrugged: "Yeah, you know."

The camera at the scene also captured Zhou Yi at the right time. The latter was sitting on his seat with his legs crossed, stroking his chin with one hand, smiling and not responding.

He doesn’t know much about Jack Black, except that he will be the voice of Po in “Kung Fu Panda”;

As for Will Ferrell, he has watched both parts of the comedy movie "Kingsman" starring in him. His most famous image in the country... is probably the famous animated picture of Jim Carrey swinging in a car, and he is the one driving the car in that animated picture.

"I hope you know Spike, I'm a fan of yours. Not just me, but our whole family is a fan of yours. Even my aunt's kids sing your songs at home every day, like this …”

The chubby Jack Black even hummed "babybabybaby~" on the stage. His naive appearance made the audience laugh.

"Yes, I am also a fan of yours. But at the same time, I still like "Lord of the Rings 3" more. It's definitely not because "Pirates of the Caribbean" is not good..."

Will Ferrell used his talents as a comedy star to liven up the atmosphere. Until the final awards ceremony, the nervous members of the shortlisted crew all turned their attention to Zhou Yi, who seemed to be calm and calm——

As we all know, Zhou Yi's performance in the music field has always been too strong, which is why this Oscar battle has been rendered as a "war against Zhou Yi" by many outside media.

Hollywood has now become the first frontline against Zhou Yi's "invasion".

"Now, the winner of the 76th Academy Award for Best Film Song is..."Lord of the Rings 3" and "Into the West"! Congratulations!"

When the lights finally fell on Annie Lennox, the rock queen who was once a smash hit in the 1980s, the scene suddenly erupted into bursts of cheers and applause, and many reporters squatting in their seats were even more excited. Directly passed on the result——

"The resistance against Zhou was successful!"

"The resistance against Zhou was successful!"

"The Lord of the Rings 3 is a hero against the Zhou Dynasty!"

"Annie Lennix held on to the last panties in the European and American music scene, and was not pushed to the end by Spike Monday!"