Entertainment: Is this how you play music?!

Chapter 390 Giving the music scene a little shock!

The variety show's promotional campaign is in full swing.

The guests participating in the program have also been confirmed one after another.

The challenges in variety shows are very difficult; not only will you become a background character, but you can also easily make a mistake and mess things up.

Even so, the number of guests who agreed to participate in the program has reached twelve, and this is the result of careful selection. There are countless other potential guests who have taken the initiative to ask to participate.

Let alone making a full season, it could easily fill three seasons.

It's easy to imagine how outrageous the niche positioning within the industry is.

There are too many talented people who are unable to perform for various reasons. People like Huang Jin can only be considered beginners. Once they enter the industry, they realize that sometimes the stage design is not decided by the performers themselves. Sometimes, in order to pay attention to the so-called seniority system in the entertainment industry, they have to actively reduce their stage effects.

Yes, being forced to lip-sync, being forced to do a perfunctory job, such behavior is almost too common.

Although some celebrities lack talent, have poor aesthetic sense, and are practically useless on stage, they still can't compete with those who have powerful connections. When they share the stage, they have to think about whether they can steal the spotlight from the other person and leave the most dazzling performances to the useless ones.

Li Can's collaboration with Tencent, initially a prelude to a project, has revitalized singers mired in an ecological quagmire.

"What's the use of being capable? In this world, connections matter!"

35-year-old Qian Hao, a relatively unknown professional singer in the industry, kept chuckling coldly. In a fit of anger, he slammed the cigarette pack on the table to the ground and stomped on it with his toes, as if he wanted to vent his anger.

"Now I have to tell them that in the professional world, strong abilities will always be useful!"

"Screw comparing backgrounds? Go ahead and compare! Fuck!!"

Qianhao felt all the pent-up frustration that had been building up in his chest for over a decade was released within the short few seconds of receiving the text message confirming his successful qualification.

Like many ordinary musicians.

She was talented from a young age, her family had some money, and she studied music. She worked hard and studied diligently, and she was definitely a top student in music.

But after entering the workforce and signing with a talent agency, the real nightmare began.

Young Qianhao never imagined that what would limit his music career was not his talent, but his appearance.

Resources have been dwindling, leaving him a mere commercial performance machine, earning a fixed salary, yet he signed a ten-year contract, even falling into the trap of "priority renewal" in the contract, which is practically equivalent to a servitude contract.

Despite the glamour of being an "artist," he is actually just a enslaved, working-class person.

Whether it's a commercial performance or a public appearance, Qianhao has never had a stage where he can freely make decisions and express himself.

For announcements, you have to be a background figure. For commercial performances, you also need to pay attention to costs and prioritize making money. Given Qianhao's status in the industry, it's unlikely he'll be given a great opportunity to perform.

At first, Qianhao thought, "It's just a matter of sucking up to the powerful figure behind the scenes. Maybe I can get hooked up with him."

The truth is quite the opposite.

If he doesn't kneel, the powerful figure behind him will be unhappy, and ruining a little Karami's life is just a matter of course.

Kneeling, the big brother in the background is indifferent, and may even laugh at it as a joke.

[Who are you sending this to? Why should I let you sit at the table just because you're my dog? Isn't it your duty to be my dog?]

Respect and reciprocity are based on the logic of being of the same species, but Qianhao knew that in the eyes of the big brother in the background, he was not of the same species at all. Humans do not need to consider the feelings of dogs, and the affection shown on a whim is just because they do not want to hit the dog today.

Wagging your tail and barking a few times will get you food—that's just a dream.

Qianhao knew he couldn't compare to those big shots; even if he performed perfectly, he would still just be a background figure.

But the feeling of being a background figure for a nobody is completely different from being a background figure for a big shot!

After suppressing his passion for over a decade, Qianhao thought it had long been extinguished.

However, the variety show "The Stage of Kings" ignited the artistic romance hidden deep within a musician's heart.

As you hear the news, you can die in the evening.

When the romance that belongs to a music student is awakened, Qianhao feels that no matter what the consequences are, no matter what opportunities are, no matter what interpersonal relationships, reputation and evaluation are.

How bad can it get?
Only one obsession remained in Qianhao's heart.

"All I want is to perform freely on a free stage, to give my all to all that I've learned in my life, and to pursue the stage I dreamed of when I was eight years old!!"

What one cannot obtain in youth will inevitably haunt one for life.

Qianhao felt a surge of excitement. The last time he felt this anticipation for a real stage was when he was 18, at his high school graduation party.

Even university parties don't seem to have such a pure composition.

Qianhao knew that the company allowed him to try applying simply because he wasn't important to them.

Unexpectedly, the staged accident actually worked, allowing me to directly participate in the audition selection. If the audition goes well, I can officially participate. Although I don't know why, it's enough.

After his success, the company approached him.

Unsurprisingly, no resources were provided—unless one caused a major scandal and generated massive traffic, in which case one might receive company resources, provided that things went wrong and one was completely sacrificed.

"Tsk."

Qianhao shook his head.

Obviously, no one thought they could deliver any unexpectedly outstanding performance on stage.

"I don't know why this program actually approved my application, but whatever! Since they approved it, I'll prepare. I'm determined to pass the next screening test!"

"We've provided the platform and the resources. Whether they genuinely want to show off, have ambitions, or are trying to extort money, the applicants will bear the consequences themselves. I don't care who it is!"

Wang Yongchang was at the Tencent Music Company branch, conveying Li Can's requirements to the entire review team.

"The only requirement is that it should be entirely for the service of the stage."

Speaking of it.

Wang Yongchang suddenly raised his eyebrows, his tone leaving no room for doubt, and his voice rose a notch!
"Whether you're good or not, the stage will tell. If you're good, go on stage and the applause is yours. If you're not, get out. You deserve to be criticized! Don't ever call yourself a musician again. Go sit at the kids' table when you go out!"

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The members of Tencent's review team looked up in surprise, their gazes toward Wang Yongchang quite strange.

It's as if they're saying, "Why did Xingmei send such a thing? What is he even talking about?"

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Wang Yongchang suddenly returned to normal, coughed lightly, and spoke in a much gentler tone.

"Ahem, those are Li Can's exact words."

"what!"

The review team members suddenly realized, and their eyes cleared up considerably. It really did seem like something Brother Can would say.

It's Chan-ge.

That's fine.

Brother Can is right!
"Yes, yes, yes! Good firewood is to be expected, but bad firewood should just be sent away!"

"Ah, right! That makes sense!"

Under such influence.

Tencent's review team uses a different logic when reviewing applications than they have for any other variety show before.

If you insist on coming, then come and participate in the audition.

This is an opportunity to delegate authority.

If your audition performance is poor, then you're fired.

Simple and crude.

As for whether this is a good fit or not, that's easy to tell. An audition stage that relies entirely on individual ability without any packaging will greatly amplify the performer's own shortcomings.

You can tell at a glance whether you're a human being or an idiot.

Li Can needs one or two overrated performers for comparison, but not the entire performance.

There's no shortage of gold-plated poop that doesn't smell like poop in the industry; these people don't need screening or testing, they can be found directly.

In addition to the truly renowned experts, we must also include those who have been overlooked and are not among the other guests.

Which variety show hasn't had a dark horse? Just as Li Can said.

If you can't handle it, then get out. You can eat as much as you want and then vomit it all out. Fine, then what's yours is yours to keep.

Li Can can't influence the entire industry or seek widespread fairness amidst conflicts of interest, but he has considerable influence over just a variety show.

Whether you can seize this opportunity depends on yourself!
"call"

Wang Yongchang took a deep breath and focused on liaising with Tencent.

As for why it wasn't Li Can...
Li Can and his group had something more important to do.

I didn't go to rehearsals, and I didn't do stage design.

Li Can led the entire team to apply for a comprehensive drug test.

"Brother Can, I never imagined in my life that I would have to take a drug test for a performance."

Lin Feng complained.

The other team members remained silent.

But judging from their expressions, everyone clearly thought it was a bit outrageous.

"It's all about being prepared!"

Li Can smiled, his fate uncertain. Seeing that familiar smile, Lin Feng couldn't help but shudder again.

Although it feels outrageous.

But Lin Feng felt there was nothing wrong with it.

"You really need to get checked out, otherwise, at this rate of incidence, you'll eventually get a serious case of high."

"Hehe, who told so many so-called musicians to make excuses and talk about inspiration? It makes me think about all the outrageous things that might happen if I want to be a little innovative, just in case."

Li Can smiled, then fell silent.

The constant scandals in the entertainment industry are tarnishing the performance itself, and many performers are not ashamed of it, but rather proud of it.

These mines can be said to encompass species diversity.

It was precisely because of these shocks that many fans and audience members would even jokingly shout "suggest a thorough investigation" at the DP band, who were acting crazy on stage.

Although it was a joke, a meme, the problem is...
This kind of thinking is terrifying.

Just as "drunken promiscuity" refers to those who are not actually drunk, "seeking inspiration" is not actually about finding inspiration.

I encountered a slightly sensitive issue.

The first thing Li Can thought of was to prove himself.

The difference lies in whether it's active or passive.

If you proactively prove something before a problem occurs, you won't fall into a self-proving trap. Instead, it will trigger a wave of self-proving, putting others at risk of falling into the trap.

of course.

I understand the logic.

Everyone still felt this was outrageous.

Chen Gang was utterly speechless.

After listening for a while, he finally spoke.

"This is really weird. You want to try a new style, but you're afraid that if the effect is too good, people will suspect that you've taken drugs, so you take the initiative to get tested. Maybe this will actually cause a wave of self-proof in the industry. Aren't you just pushing people to the brink?"

Chen Gang's expression was complicated.

"Brother Can, do we really have to go for this progressive rock? Can't we just change the song title? Why does it have to be so sharp and sensitive?"

"I don't know, I'm just making music, and I'm afraid of being wrongly accused."

Li Can's eyes looked innocent.

"If you have a problem, don't blame me for stirring up trouble. I'm also thinking about the music industry. If you really have a problem, why don't you sacrifice yourself?"

"6, Brother Can, 6."

Chen Gang gave a thumbs up, completely speechless.

The group then began the lengthy testing process.

The first thing we do is hair analysis, which is the most precise and traceable method, allowing us to trace back at least six months of historical records.

After the performance, blood, urine, and saliva tests will naturally be conducted.

Chun Chun's philosophy is all about strictness and standardization, leaving no room for maneuver.

As for whether voluntarily participating in testing is just a waste of time...
No one in the DP band thought there was a problem.

Public figures should set a good example by cooperating with or even voluntarily undergoing testing, using their celebrity influence to promote anti-drug efforts, and leading by example. Civil servants will not only not find it troublesome, but will also praise them.

If the next work is linked to "meaning," then it has truly become art.

In particular, we need to consult with relevant experts about the stage design and its expressive elements.

Time passed by little by little.

In the blink of an eye, a week has passed.

During this week, Metal Storm and Okali also arrived in Xia Kingdom one after another.

After a few days of gathering, they each began their own targeted stage designs and rehearsals.

the other side.

Tencent then launched a second round of promotion.

This announcement also included the official announcement of several other guests.

Two names on the list sparked a huge debate.

Li Jianwei, a top singer of the older generation in China, a senior alumnus of the National Conservatory of Music, and Lin Feng's senior fellow apprentice, is 56 years old this year.

Xi Qing, a 46-year-old ethnic singer and inheritor of the Inner Mongolian throat singing art, is an intangible cultural heritage.

Upon seeing this list, netizens exclaimed that it was outrageous.

I knew this show might be big, but I didn't expect it to be this big and on such a wide scale!
Popular, rock, bel canto, folk.

From 56 years old to 22 years old, men and women, young and old, domestic and foreign.

This lineup completely exceeded netizens' expectations.

Unsurprisingly, online comments have exploded.

【Wait, buddy, who did you invite?!】

[Holy crap, what are you doing? Professor Li Jianwei? You've even invited a judge from the CCTV Young Singers Competition?!]

[Teacher Xi Qing, holy crap, bro, you brought the local music association president here?!]

[No, I can understand Li Can playing around, but why did the two patriarchs bring supreme imperial weapons out of the mountains?!]

Is this a battle of gods? No! Gods of this level can't be described as just fighting; this is practically a magical duel.

Is this right?! Huh? I'm asking you, is this right?!

Although netizens saw some information about the variety show in the promotional materials.

However, my long-standing habitual thinking still makes me feel that the variety show "King's Stage" is a competition.

After all, many people subconsciously feel that there can only be one king.

But now, with the release of more names, netizens are gradually realizing what's going on.

This is nothing like a competition between big shots in a variety show.

This is entirely intended to give the entire music scene a little shock!

(End of this chapter)