Shi Gang was in his thirties, but he looked older, like an uncle in his forties. His beard was unkempt, and he had an indescribable decadent aura.
However, compared to many of his dispirited peers who were equally unkempt and unkempt, he looked quite different. His clothes and trousers were all starched and clean, and there were absolutely no thick stains on his clothes. His thick and strong fingernails were neatly trimmed, and his eyes were bright and full of spirit. No one would mistake him for a homeless man on the street.
Shi Gang frowned slightly at his companions' incitement, then he immediately smiled and said, "Don't say that. Lu Chen is a very capable singer. In terms of talent, he is much better than me."
No one thought that Brother Gangzi, who had always been quite arrogant in the circle, would actually praise Lu Chen so much. Those people who ridiculed Lu Chen just now couldn't help but shut their mouths and showed an awkward expression.
Shi Gang acted as if he didn't see it and continued, "Yesterday, I chatted with Big Qin from The Bionics for a long time. Big Brother Qin told me a lot about Lu Chen. It is lucky to have someone like him appear in the pop music world."
Shi Gang had been in the music industry for more than ten years. He had experienced prosperity and also experienced neglect. He had mingled in the mainstream and non-mainstream circles. He had mixed in the low-level and high-level circles. Naturally, he had his own views on life.
He was very clear that in the domestic pop music world, the non-mainstream circle was as complicated as the mainstream circle. It was full of all kinds of people. Those depressed singers often had prejudice and even hatred towards the famous people in the mainstream circle.
And it was often these people who were actually very envious of the glory and glory of the mainstream circle.
On the other hand, the mainstream circle's rejection and contempt towards the non-mainstream circle had always existed.
The original intention of the 72H Grass Music Festival was to break the barrier between the two circles, to let more outstanding talents at the bottom stand out, and to let the mainstream circle pay attention to their existence.
But it was not easy!
Although there were many singers and bands that emerged through 72H and were signed by entertainment agents, the situation of the non-mainstream circle had not changed. The mutual estrangement and discrimination had never really been eliminated.
To be honest, Shi Gang, who was now wandering between the mainstream and non-mainstream circles, also looked down on the so-called young idols in the mainstream circle who had mediocre singing skills and completely relied on their good looks to make a living.
But Lu Chen was definitely not that type.
When the Wandering Band's Great Qin was mentioned, everyone fell silent.
Regardless of whether they admitted it or not, The Bionics were now one of the most popular bands in the music industry. Qin Hanyang's background in Da Qin had given him a very high reputation in the non-mainstream music industry. His single "In The Spring" had moved countless lower-class singers, and they all viewed Qin Hanyang as a big brother.
Lu Chen happened to be the songwriter of "In The Spring". His works also include "Chasing Dreams with a Childlike Heart", "Once You", "Fly Higher" and other outstanding light rock songs.
It was nothing more than his youth, handsomeness, TV series and relationship with Chen Fei'erthat made people intentionally or unintentionally ignore his talent and strength in original music.
Wasn't it very ignorant and laughable to look down on such a person?
Many people's faces showed a bit of shame.
Shi Gang clapped his hands and said, "Actually, on the other hand, to be able to perform with a singer like Lu Chen on the same stage is also our luck. I suggest that we all bring out our best and not let others look down on us!"
This time, everyone's reaction was enthusiastic, and their morale rose again. "Yes, Brother Gang Zi is right!"
"We can't let others look down on us!"
Shi Gang smiled but didn't say anything. In his heart, he was thinking about the performance at night.
He had never been a singer who was willing to be lonely. The ups and downs of life made him know how to cherish opportunities. Although Lu Chen was strong, it wasn't enough to make him lose the courage and confidence to sing.
Similar to Shi Gang, those capable singers were also rubbing their palms together, eager to compete with each other.
Although their fame and popularity couldn't be compared to a popular singer like Lu Chen, the 72H Grass Music Festival was different from ordinary performances. The audience who came here had a high degree of recognition for the non-mainstream circle, and they knew how to appreciate rock and roll and other niche types of music.
In the history of 72H, there was no lack of famous singers who were booed to the point of losing face. The live band accompaniment, the unplugged features, and the authentic singing were a test of individual strength.
Therefore, here, anyone could sing more popular than Lu Chen or other big name singers!
At this moment, Lu Chen didn't know that there were so many singers waiting to compete with him. He used more than half an hour to deal with the reporters and arrived backstage.
Although it was called backstage, it was actually a simple tent that was temporarily set up. It was as long as a vegetable shed.
There were already many singers and bands in the tent. Lu Chen saw several familiar faces.
"Brother Liao Jia!"
Among the singers invited to the 20th 72H Grass Music Festival, the one with the highest status was definitely not Lu Chen.
It was Liao Jia!
This disciple of Black Raven's lead singer and soul figure, Gao Yi, was once regarded as the last hope of national rock. Although he couldn't save national rock, he still had a high influence in the music industry.
For the 72H Grass Music Festival, Liao Jia also had a very special identity. He was one of the founders!
Of course, Liao Jia was only a special guest of the music festival, not a member of the organizing committee.
Lu Chen and Liao Jia knew each other because of Chen Fei 'er. The latter once pursued Chen Fei' er, but Chen Fei 'er didn't have any feelings for him. In the end, Lu Chen, this young boy, won her heart.
For this reason, Liao Jia deliberately looked for Lu Chen to compete in drinking, and the two became friends because of each other.
Liao Jia's temper was a little impatient, but he had a good character. His popularity and reputation in the circle were even better.
Therefore, even if Lu Chen's popularity was higher now, he still had to politely greet this person.
"You're here too!"
Seeing Lu Chen, a smile appeared on Liao Jia's dark and thin face.
He stood up from his seat, stepped forward, and patted Lu Chen's shoulder hard. He asked in a very polite manner, "What time does your performance start?"
Lu Chen replied, "Around 8: 30."
Liao Jia smiled and said, "I'm at 7: 30. I've wanted to compete with you for a long time. Now the opportunity has come!"
Lu Chen blushed with shame. "Brother Liao Jia, can we not joke?"
"Who's joking with you!"
Liao Jia glared and said, "If you lose to me, I will despise you!"
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