Time flies, little by little, and unknowingly, it is fleeting, like a white steed passing through a crack.
In the blink of an eye, the golden August has passed, and Beijing, a super city with a population of 30 million, has entered the fragrant September of osmanthus. The heat is no longer there, and autumn is gradually rising, and is about to usher in the best time of the year.
Blue Sky Creative Park area, Nirvana Studios.
In the recording studio, studio manager Wang Changsheng, music director Wang Jing, recording engineer Wang Hui, and three other members of Nirvana Studios gathered together, staring at Lu Chen with nervous or expectant eyes.
Wang Changsheng's forehead oozed fine sweat, his eyes were a little blank, and his right hand could not help but tremble.
Wang Jing's eyes were still bright and full of spirit, but the action of biting her lips exposed her inner emotions.
Wang Hui was the most unbearable. His whole body was trembling. He pressed his clenched fist on his mouth several times, as if to bite hard, otherwise he would be unable to hold back and shout out loud.
However, Lu Chen could not see it at all. He was wearing huge monitoring headphones, listening to his own voice.
"Whenever I can't find the meaning of existence, whenever I am lost in the night."
"Oh ~ the brightest star in the night sky, please illuminate my way ~"
The song gradually stopped, but the lingering sound still lingered in the ears, like the burning blood in the heart is still boiling!
After a long time, Lu Chen took a long breath and opened his eyes.
Under everyone's nervous and expectant gaze, he took off the headphones, nodded and said, "It's OK."
“Yes！”
Three simple words instantly set off a frenzy of joy in the studio. Wang Hui was the first to shout, and then the three members of the Nirvana band all clapped their hands hard.
Wang Changsheng showed a happy smile with relief, and even Wang Jing, who has always been calm, smiled like a spring flower.
They have reason to be happy, reason to cheer, and more reason to celebrate!
Lu Chen's debut album produced in Nirvana Studio was also the biggest and most important order the studio has ever received since its establishment. After two months, it has finally been declared complete. (TN: Nirvana Studio
Although there are certain problems in the arrangement, accompaniment, recording, and post-production, and they have not achieved the best level, everyone has done their best.
The whole album's ten songs can't be said to be flawless, but they are qualified to be called sincere works.
Lu Chen is already very satisfied.
100,000 yuan can make such an effect, which is completely beyond his expectations. Perhaps the arrangement is slightly immature, and perhaps the accompaniment is not mature enough, but for this album "You Who Sat Next To Me", it is really enough.
This immaturity and immaturity does not affect the main style of the work at all, and can even better express a certain temperament of campus folk songs.
He said sincerely, "Thank you!"
Lu Chen first reached out to Wang Changsheng. For this album, the studio manager has been busy running around, so that the production team has no worries, no credit, but hard work.
Then Wang Hui.
His work is the hardest. Recording and post-production are basically done by himself, often working overtime late into the night.
And Wang Jing.
All the arrangements of the works are completed by her. The Jingyin graduate has a good grasp of the style of the album, and when she encounters problems, she often tirelessly modifies and adjusts, and several times, she has been very serious.
Finally, the three band members are also working hard.
Even if they are mainly doing it for himself and the studio, Lu Chen is still grateful.
Because Lu Chen himself participated in the production of the album, he is very aware of everyone's efforts and efforts!
So he wants to shake hands with everyone in Nirvana Studios one by one to express his gratitude.
The next thing is simple. According to the contract, Lu Xi, who came with Lu Chen, paid the balance of the production fee to Nirvana Studios, and also got the master disc of the album and the lossless high-quality audio file.
The album "You Who Sat Next To Me" has a total of 10 songs. In addition to the title song "You Who Sat Next To Me", there are also "The Wind", "The Brother Who Slept On My Upper Bunk", "Cinderella", "The Bright Times of Youth", "Beauty", "Those Flowers", "Ballad of Time" and "Open-air Cinema", forming a unified campus folk style.
For the last song, Lu Chen originally intended to use "Once You" as the finale and easter egg, but considering the influence of "Singing China" and the overall style, he finally chose "The Brightest Star In The Night Sky".
As for "Once You" and "Chasing Dream With A Childlike Heart", they will be put on the next album.
Counting carefully, such a lineup can be called luxurious, and the 10 songs are all fine works. Whether it is the melody or the lyrics, they have enough highlights, and there are real classics as the core.
For the first album of his life, Lu Chen will never be careless!
It was the name of the album that made him hesitate for a long time. From a publicity point of view, "The Brightest Star In The Night Sky" is undoubtedly the most appropriate, but it does not fit the theme of campus folk songs.
After careful consideration, Lu Chen still chose "You Who Sat Next To Me".
Lu Chen Studio has already negotiated with QQ Music. Lu Chen's debut album will be put on QQ Music for debut and exclusive sale, waiting for this set of audio files.
QQ Music is the largest music website in China, with a market share of more than 50%. Originally, it was very difficult for a newcomer like Lu Chen, who is also an independent artist, to promote and release on their website.
However, because the live version of several works sung by Lu Chen in "Singing China" has been a great success on QQ Music, with countless downloads and a good reputation, the website attaches great importance to the cooperation between the two sides.
Although there are all kinds of rules in QQ Music, and there are under-the-table manipulations on the homepage list, they can't ignore a singing star with huge market potential, so they are willing to exchange part of the benefits.
This relatively equal status is not easy to come by, and it is also due to Lu Chen's strength.
Otherwise, Lu Chen can go to QQ Music's competitors, Easy Net Music, pop radio stations, etc. With the quality and popularity of his works, the sales performance will not be too bad.
QQ Music doesn't want to let its opponent take advantage of it, even if the latter's market share is not as good as its own.
According to Lu Chen's plan, after QQ Music goes on sale, the cooperation with Flying Stone Records will be launched at the same time.
QQ + Flying Stone basically constitutes a perfect album sales channel, or "Double Flight" for short.
But there is still a very important problem that has not been solved, so it is definitely necessary to go through the QQ channel first.
"Little Chen!"
The call in his ear suddenly woke Lu Chen up.
Lu Xi asked curiously, "What's the matter?"
Lu Chen was just lost in thought about the distribution of channels. Now that he came back to his senses, he quickly replied, "Nothing …"
He then said to Wang Changsheng, "Manager Wang, I have booked a place at Jinghua Hotel. I'll treat everyone to dinner in the evening. Now it's almost time. Let's go together!"
The serious and responsible attitude of Nirvana Studios made Lu Chen have a very good impression of them. In the future, they will definitely continue to cooperate, so he is very willing to further enhance the relationship between the two sides.
Lu Xi mentioned that if the time is right, she will directly acquire Nirvana Studios to strengthen herself.
However, Lu Chen is not willing to support his sister's idea for the time being, because he can see that Wang Changsheng's family has deep feelings for this studio and has spent a lot of effort in it.
Therefore, unless the other party takes the initiative to propose it, he will not acquire Nirvana Studios.
When Lu Chen Studio really needs to grow, it is not a problem to ask someone to build a shed on their own.
He doesn't want to be a shrewd businessman, calculating gains and losses for everything.
"Great, thank you, Brother Lu Chen!"
Wang Hui immediately expressed his strong support and said with a smile, "I eat fast food boxes every day. I'm about to vomit. I want to eat a big meal. I want to eat roast duck, braised ribs, sweet and sour fish … Ouch!"
Wang Jing slapped him on the back of the head and glared at him – can you be any more shameful?
Wang Hui looked wronged.
Lu Chen smiled.
Wang Hui is a very simple technical geek. He has no complicated thoughts. He is used to talking to others.
In contrast, his sister, Wang Jing, pays more attention to details.
Wang Changsheng said quickly, "Mr. Lu, let me treat you to dinner tonight."
Nirvana Studios has earned Lu Chen's money, and it is really embarrassing for Lu Chen to treat them to dinner!
Lu Chen said with a smile, "Manager Wang, you don't have to be so polite. Everyone is really working hard. I have to treat you!"
At Lu Chen's insistence, the dinner was still his treat.
Everyone left the studio together.
Jinghua Hotel is next to the Blue Sky Creative Park, which is only a 10-minute walk away.
Lu Chen booked a big box in the restaurant on the second floor of the hotel.
After sitting down, Lu Chen handed the menu to Wang Hui and said with a smile, "You order, order whatever you like. Don't be polite with me. The success of this album is due to you!"
Wang Hui happily took it and said, "Brother Lu Chen, I'm polite to others, but I'm really not polite to you. You are now a local tyrant. You can earn more than one million yuan by participating in the talent competition. My sister admires you very much!"
Wang Jing, who was sitting next to him, blushed and said, "What are you talking about!"
Wang Hui stuck out his tongue and quickly ordered.
After ordering, the dishes and wine were quickly served on the table.
Lu Chen poured himself a full glass of beer, raised his glass and said with a smile, "I will toast everyone first. Thank you for your efforts and helping me complete an excellent album. Thank you!"
He drank it in one gulp. Wang Hui and others immediately applauded.
Except for Wang Changsheng, the others were young people of about the same age. Everyone liked music and had a lot of common topics, so the atmosphere of the banquet quickly became lively.
Halfway through, Lu Chen's cell phone rang.
Lu Chen took it out and looked at it. The caller ID on the screen made his eyes light up!
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