Superstar

Roger suddenly felt that someone was tapping his arm. He opened his eyes a little impatiently, and couldn't help but want to reprimand the other person because the other person disturbed his enjoyment. But when he opened his eyes, he realized that it was Henry who slapped his arm, and Neil and Hugo, who were standing nearby, also looked at him with inquiring eyes, which made Roger realize his gaffe.

Roger reluctantly took off the headset, the melody that echoed in his mind still did not dissipate, as if imprinted in the depths of his soul, Hugo's majestic and surging roar still echoed above his eardrums. , "Sailing! Sailing! Sailing!"

It is hard to imagine that the power of just one word makes the whole person tremble.

Facing Henry’s lazy and inquiring eyes, Roger was a little afraid to look directly. He had dealt with Henry many times and knew clearly that Henry was not a good opponent, so Roger looked away. He looked at Hugo and Neal, and finally met with Hugo's eyes.

Hugo raised his eyebrows slightly, with a hint of excitement and curiosity, "So, how do you feel? You have listened so many times, but still have no comments at all, which makes me a little nervous." Hugo's words made me stand aside. Henry chuckled softly.

Roger heard Henry's slight voice, looked down at Henry, and finally said, "Uh, Hugo, what you think is really..." Roger discovered that he hadn't spoken for too long, his voice It was a bit hoarse, itching made him unable to help coughing twice, "It's so bold."

Roger did not give a positive evaluation, but this should not be a surprise, because Roger is not Henry, he is the senior leader of the North American distribution of EMI Records. What he needs to consider is not musicality, but commerciality.

"You should know that it is difficult for the market to accept such experimental albums." Roger was also a bit obscure, because his blood was still boiling, but he could only force himself to bite the bullet and pour cold water.

Hugo was not surprised at all. He laughed and said, "It's like new metal?" Roger couldn't help but stop talking.

The reason why Glory To Death was able to sign with EMI Records was actually because their new metal music had a sense of perseverance and perseverance. Roger was fancy to the spirit of Glory To Death, and then he chose to sign. Facts also proved that Roger's decision was wise.

But now, EMI has established a firm foothold in North America, and Roger, like all the top players, is beginning to be conservative. "Since this method has been successful, why should we change it?" This is a common problem of almost every industry leader, from Hollywood to the music circle, including all aspects of society. Therefore, when Apple turned out later, Steve Jobs (Steve.) only reaped such a great success because he dared to try choices that others dared not dare to.

Roger believes that Glory to Death has succeeded in accordance with the previous model. If it is changed rashly—and it is the most critical three albums, the risk is too great. It is also a consequence that EMI and Roger are unwilling to bear.

Hugo's mocking rhetorical question made Roger a little embarrassed.

In fact, Roger is now at the stage of intellectual and emotional warfare between heaven and man. From an emotional point of view, he was moved by the glorious to death music. The turbulent enthusiasm almost made him love it, and he could not explain what it felt like. He didn't know why this seemingly doomed method was able to awaken his sympathy, but he liked it so much, and was so intoxicated.

However, from a rational point of view, Roger knew that he could not be influenced by personal emotions. Hugo's attempt is too bold and too radical, and it is difficult to accept in today's market. Of course, once it succeeds, it opens a whole new history; but what about failure? The sign of Glory to Death is about to be completely smashed on the third album. This consequence is that EMI, which has just signed a heavyweight contract with Glory to Death, is unwilling to bear. And Roger's reason knows that the chance of failure far exceeds the chance of success.

Roger suppressed the struggle in his heart, and looked at Hugo with a business-like expression, "This is not the same as the new metal. The new metal is a development that conforms to the trend, and it is inevitable by accident. I know you 'S music can be successful, and I also believe that new metal can occupy a place in the market like grunge rock. "It's just that he didn't expect that new metal rock will be so brilliant, "but this thing is different, you should know clearly The damage to the sound quality is almost irreversible. No one will buy an album full of noise. This is a crime. Sorry, Hugo, we are a profitable company, not a charitable company. We recorded this way. We have no way to release the album."

"Spend money for sin." Hugo just repeated the sentence and chuckled slightly. Although he expected Roger's objection, he still felt ironic, especially since Roger's reaction had actually revealed his personal. mood. This is the sorrow of the big record companies.

At this time, Henry, who had been lazy, sneered, which made Roger frown and glared at Henry, because Henry's mockery had affected his dignity, but when he saw the mockery in Henry's eyes, Roger was still a little guilty. .

"I can't publish, I still don't want to publish." Henry was still sloppy, but his words began to become sharp. At this time Henry had truly understood the intention of glory to death. Henry knew that Hugo was right. This is The reason why he likes Glory to Death, and that’s why he always only signed a group of artists from Glory to Death. Although many artists wanted to transfer to him after the great success of Glory to Death, they were all signed by Henry. Refused.

"Roger, we are all sensible people. I can't see that EMI Records played any role in it." Henry said simply and neatly, "If the recording of this album is completed by the glory to death, let me see the cost. How much, oh god, it’s actually zero, because the band has done all the production on its own. EMI Records doesn’t need any money or your help; then... the sales method, of course, if you follow your route, It is bound to need to share the accounts with the business, but if we go to the chain store to arrange the shelves, I think it is not difficult to find one or two chain stores with the appeal of Hugo and Glory to death; as for publicity, Well, if I remember correctly, the promotion cost of Glory to Death has always been low, because we have a busy Hugo who can’t participate in much promotion, so Glory to Death albums have always been relying on word of mouth to drive sales. ..."

"So, I'm thinking..." Henry was still holding his chin, and began to think seriously, "Why should we let EMI Records release this album? Yes, we just signed the contract in February last year for three years. Two albums at the time, right, but we didn’t specify the release time of the album, did we? So, maybe we can treat this album as an experimental independent album first, give it to an independent record company for release, and then Record other albums to fulfill the contract."

Henry’s words made Roger feel heartbroken, because Henry’s words were correct, **** correct, "Henry, you know it’s impossible. During the contract period, glory to death albums are not allowed to be released by other companies. , This is not practical."

"Yes, I forgot that. So, why not, we will only release part of this album in cooperation with EMI, if you don't want to..." Henry looked at Hugo and Neal, "I said we start How about the second tour of Glory to Death? This experimental album was given to fans as a bonus on the ticket during the tour."

Hugo and Neal glanced at each other, eyes bursting with excitement. For them, the significance of this album is not to make money, but that it is an album that is truly glorious to death, and what it condenses is the meaning of glory to death. Therefore, the method Henry said is completely feasible!

Roger was completely dumbfounded at this time. If he were to stand in front of Henry at any other time, Roger would have a way to turn the tide of the battle without losing the wind, because Glory To Death and EMI Records are bound together, in black and white. Even in court, EMI Records is the winner. But now Roger is also speechless, not only because Henry's method is really feasible, but also because deep in his heart, he wants to nod in agreement.

The battle between reason and emotion has never been an easy victory or defeat, and no one can make a judgment lightly.

Looking down at the headset in his hand, the melody in Roger's mind is still reverberating, "Sailing! Sailing! Sailing!" The majestic aura spread over the sky in Hugo's interpretation, the kind of touch. It is the true charm of music to make old foxes like Roger couldn't help but be moved.

Suddenly Roger understood. The reason why the melody just now is moving is because the glory to death reveals the most essential things of music and touches the softest and most beautiful part of his heart~www.wuxiaspot.com~Roger's mouth A bitter smile could not help showing, "Henry, excellent choice." These thoughtless words made Henry raise his eyebrows slightly, and a shallow smile appeared at the corners of his mouth. Although it was not obvious, it revealed Henry's pride. .

Roger was not talking about Henry’s threat, but that Henry pulled him from the office to Highway 50. Perhaps from the beginning, this was a trap that allowed Roger to truly experience the bumpy feeling of walking on the road from glory to death. , And then let Roger hear the glorious death music with his own ears before discussing terms. When Roger realized it, he was already in the trap. In a passive situation, it was very difficult for Roger to take the initiative again.

Of course, the premise of all this is that the glory to death music is good enough and moving enough.

Thinking of this, Roger couldn't help but glanced at Henry. He was not sure. Henry had heard of the master of Glory to Death a long time ago, so he was confident; or Henry had such trust in Glory to Death itself. if the latter one……

Roger sighed for a long time. He knew that he could not refuse because he was a businessman, but first of all he was a person, a person who loved music deeply. Perhaps, the result of this war between reason and emotion is already doomed.