I'm not a drama freak, I can really see through the script

Chapter 233, Learning from the Bar

"It wasn't even recorded with professional recording equipment. The background noise was a bit mixed and blurry, making it look like it was recorded casually in a noisy environment."

At this point, there is only one person about Chen Kun who can be confirmed.

That's the person who recorded this song.

This should be the scene of the crime.

Apart from the live performance, it seems that no other versions of this song have been circulated.

It's so popular, it's as if it appeared out of nowhere.

mystery.

Given the unprofessional and shoddy recording equipment, the fact that it still managed to achieve such a high number of downloads basically confirms one thing: the song is indeed very good.

They were very simple, not caring about sound quality or stage presence, they only knew that the song sounded good.

After listening to the song, he did indeed think it was pleasant to listen to.

Who exactly sings this song, "Blooming Life"?

"Many record companies are interested in this guy, wanting him to compose and arrange music for their stars," Dong Keyan said from the side. "He's really good at composing and arranging music, and this song is really nice."

Dong Keyan also quite likes this song.

A life in full bloom.

The person who arranged and composed the music is simply a genius.

like very much.

The recording equipment was unprofessional, and the environment was very noisy.

The composer's talent is undeniable.

"It must be some exceptionally talented person."

At this moment, Chen Kun also felt a little emotional.

However, there's another saying.

He doesn't want to be the best singer; he wants to be the best actor who also sings the best. He's still an actor at heart, and his star status is primarily based on acting.

He had a particularly clear understanding of his own path.

They are very clear about what they need and what they want.

Singing itself is also a sideline to optimizing an actor's career.

It's not just about building popularity and creating a celebrity persona.

You have to understand that a celebrity is essentially a combination of an idol and an actor; they need both inner and outer qualities—that's what makes a celebrity.

This is also because vocal training is of paramount importance in an actor's career.

Many actors have good expressions, movements, and temperament, but when they speak, their speech is unclear and their delivery lacks emotion, requiring post-production dubbing to make up for it.

But there's nothing we can do about it; after all, the tone of one's voice is a kind of talent.

Music is the most direct way to "export" and express Taiwanese opera.

A good singer who can empathize with the audience will also have good delivery of lines.

Otherwise, why would vocal training be a required course at acting schools?

Of course, for someone of Chen Kun's caliber, his musical career is more like a jigsaw puzzle on the road to stardom.

Zhao Yanzi's "Misty Rain" and her own "Half Moon".

They're all battling it out on the charts of Qianqian Music.

Whether the album sells well or not doesn't matter; we're not competing with professionals. What matters is the impact.

That is, the number of downloads.

Influenced by the TV series "Moment in Peking", the song "Misty Rain" also has a high number of downloads.

These things can influence each other.

The path of using music to support actors.

As for professional singers like Stefanie Sun and Jay Chou, their names don't appear on the charts. After all, everyone listens to albums. The charts on Qianqian Music are more like a short-term trend, or the current real-time popularity of singers.

It's past the time they were supposed to release a new album.

It's time for us to perform.

"Is it finished recording?"

"Fortunately, I did not disgrace my life."

"That's good."

At this moment, Zhang Jizhong looked at Huang Xiaoming in front of him and nodded.

The singing was alright.

The song "Laughing in the Jianghu" expresses the chivalrous spirit and the feeling of the Jianghu, resolving past grievances.

The feeling of heroic spirit amidst the desolation of the martial arts world.

It really does have a hint of that flavor in it.

That was the feeling that arose after he fully immersed himself in the role of the young swordsman, after playing Yang Guo.

Singing is not just about vocal technique, but also about emotional resonance and expression. When Yang Guo's emotions are at their deepest, let him sing this theme song.

At the height of his emotions.

To be honest, purely from a rapping perspective, his rapping skills aren't that great, but his emotional investment is truly commendable.

This is his strength and ability as an actor.

The male lead from the 1996 cohort is truly remarkable.

Although he is slightly weaker than the other two swordsmen in terms of position, his strength should not be underestimated. He is the youngest among the four young stars and also the one with the greatest potential.

"It is said that a great reputation is well-deserved, and from any perspective, Huang Xiaoming is the best choice, without a doubt."

At this time, Beiping Ci'en Culture was also a second-tier costume drama production company and a member of the Beijing capital circle. Its chairman, Wu Pingdong, also attached great importance to this "The Return of the Condor Heroes". If this project succeeded and the ratings were good, the company could also reach the level of a near first-tier company.

It's ready to be served.

Therefore, this time, their company's resources were also considerable.

We strive to make every place the best it can be.

Huang Xiaoming was the best choice based on a comprehensive evaluation of his acting skills and image.

“You previously said you wanted to invite Li Xuan. I think even without this blacklist, he's still far inferior to Huang Xiaoming.”

"I don't think that's because you haven't worked with Li Xuan."

Wu Pingdong was somewhat taken aback.

There was one thing he hadn't thought of.

Even now, when filming "The Return of the Condor Heroes" is more than halfway done, he still can't forget that young actor.

They actually still had expectations of him.

"If Huang Xiaoming is the expected and reliable one, then Li Xuan is the unexpected surprise. Anyone who has worked with him knows that he is someone who is good at creating surprises and miracles."

At this moment, Zhang Jizhong squinted and thought for a moment.

The scene of me filming with Li Xuan at that time.

I still can't forget it.

It was a very special feeling.

It was a feeling that couldn't be compared to acting with anyone else.

At this moment, Zhang Jizhong snapped out of his thoughts.

No matter what, the main character can't be changed; it's Huang Xiaoming now. And putting everything else aside, his acting is really good. You can't have your cake and eat it too.

That's not fair.

Moreover, with Li Xuan's acting style, it's quite possible that a surprise could turn into a shock, with the range of extremes being too wide.

at this time.

Just as Chen Kun and Zhao Yanzi were competing with their songs on Qianqian Music, Zhang Jizhong used the song "Jianghu Xiao" to join in. I also joined in the fun and even specially marked it as the theme song of the new "The Return of the Condor Heroes" (published).

Hey, I leaked it myself, are you surprised or not?

The song was hyped up before the drama even aired.

Keep it hot.

When it actually airs.

Only then can the promotional value be maximized.

Inside the bar.

At that moment, Pu Mu was listening to the people singing on stage under the dim lights.

He played the guitar in one hand and sang "Seven Mile Fragrance" in the other.

Dou Wei, who was standing next to him, said calmly.

"The era of rock and roll is over."

Pu Mu neither confirmed nor denied this.

"There are always generations, and everyone will be replaced one day. Maybe my musical style will be replaced one day too. This is normal."

"But at least your era hasn't ended yet, while mine ended long ago."

In the dimly lit bar.

Dou Wei, the rock singer who once drove a generation crazy, is now unrecognizable even if he walks down the street.

His era has ended.

That sense of melancholy at the passing of an era is quite common among singers.

Especially singer-songwriters.

You cannot guarantee the quality of your work.

It fits the times.

It's possible that you just happened to be in the same era as the previous one, which allowed you to achieve temporary success.

But after the glory, all that's left is desolation.

They benefited from the era's advantages.

How could I possibly admit to something like this?

But it is what it is.

Dou Wei knew that he had benefited from the dividends of the times.

The benefits of a particular era.

"If we have to talk about rock and roll, isn't 'Life in Full Bloom' also rock and roll? It's just that its inner meaning is more intense and more direct."

"Come to think of it, it seems like it's been quite a while since we've seen Li Xuan and Zhou Xun."

"It's their job as actors, they're very busy."

"Yeah, I haven't seen them in bars."

At this moment, Dou Wei and Pu Mu were thinking about it.

These two have indeed disappeared from their sight for quite some time.

Zhou Xun is busy filming movies and TV series, and she needs to hone her skills as an actress even more. Li Xuan is doing the same.

It's been so long since we last met. From that student who used to sing at the resident concert, he has now become a recipient of the Most Popular Actor of the Year and Most Promising New Actor of the Year awards at the Fengyun Awards.

He was an actor in all of them.

The achievements made.

It's quite moving.

The most poignant thing is nothing more than this.

He grew up right under his own nose.

When I first met him, he was a naughty kid who was halfway through taking a dump. A talented singer.

Dou Wei was occasionally jealous of his wasted talent.

With such talent, he should be in the music industry, but thinking about it carefully, the music industry is indeed not as good as the acting industry. Especially when Li Xuan's talent as an actor is also extraordinary.

It makes making a choice much easier.

Singers and music styles can become outdated.

But actors won't.

In the pan-entertainment market.

"Visual" is the highest level of art form.

What we hear always serves our vision.

A film or television series' theme song can be catchy.

But it can never replace the work itself.

"So what if it's a regret? Life is mostly about regrets, isn't it?" At this moment, Liu Yuan came out with a drink and joked, "Besides, I think he'll still come back here."

"Are you so sure?"

“As long as he wants to continue on the path of acting, he will come here, or at least ask about things in the music industry.”

Liu Yuan was certain and absolutely certain.

Just then, he looked up.

Then he paused for a moment, slightly taken aback.

Ah.

I said so.

Say Cao Cao and Cao Cao will arrive.

Here they are, aren't they?

one day ago.

After Li Xuan returned to Beijing Film Academy, he organized the next steps.

I still have projects in hand, after filming "To Live".

Chu Liuxiang from "The Legend of Chu Liuxiang".

There's also "My Own Swordsman" and "Home with Kids".

In "Home with Kids", Li Xuan was a guest star. The old principal did someone a favor and needed to recruit a strong man to join the show.

The roles for "My Own Swordsman" haven't been finalized yet, but the principal is very optimistic about the project. However, this kind of sitcom demands a lot of acting skills; it's more like a stage play, requiring a higher level of acting ability. It's not certain that the role will go to Li Xuan.

As for "Chu Liuxiang".

As a business project.

If Jin Yong's works are all top-tier in terms of popularity, then Gu Long's works are top-tier.

It was still just one point short.

Gu Long's works are more sophisticated and accessible to a wider audience, while Jin Yong's works are more down-to-earth. Some people appreciate Gu Long's artistic conception more, but they can better understand the meaning and connotation expressed in his works—which are quite superficial. They are basically about the great heroes who serve their country and people, and what it means to be a person and what it means to be a hero.

Although "Chu Liuxiang" is a bit lacking, it has one advantage: it doesn't have a very classic, preconceived notion.
Li Xuan accepted this business project.

At this moment, Wang Jingsong, who was standing next to him, paused and then spoke.

"Actually, if I had to say, you're not without flaws."

"Is it because I've never been a 'leading role'?" Li Xuan chuckled and nodded. "Actually, I think that's a problem too."

A sense of presence.

This thing can be turned on and off at will; turn it on when you need it and turn it off when you don't.

But presence is not just about "visuals".

There is also "hearing".

He only has a visual presence, not an auditory one. Li Xuan has been going to a lot of vocal lessons lately, but this is something that requires either hard work or talent; there seems to be no third option.

Some people have voices that have been kissed by God.

Some people have been embraced by demons.

"star"

Visual and auditory senses.

Especially in the film industry.

Sound is an important form of expression.

"Your acting skills in 'Kung Fu Hustle' were sufficient, but you still need to work on your voice more."

If it was before.

Wang Jinsong did not have such requirements for Li Xuan.

Based on Li Xuan's past potential, winning a Best Actor award for acting prowess at age 40 would have been his peak.

Now?

A star student who won a prestigious award in his junior year.

He rose from a supporting role to a leading role, achieving success in one fell swoop, and his foundation was very solid.

With a solid foundation, one can achieve great success in one step.

That's the look of a star!
superstar!
Those requirements and expectations would be completely different.

If you have the potential to be a star, then the requirements are completely different.

The requirements for many things have become more stringent.

For example, one of Li Xuan's seemingly weak points.

sound.

Compared to his phenomenal acting skills and ever-changing temperament, Li Xuan's weakest point, at present, seems to be his voice.

The voice lacks distinctiveness.

The "breath" used to produce sound.

It doesn't feel like I belong as the main character.

This flaw won't significantly affect Li Xuan's future, but if he takes this step well, it will definitely be the icing on the cake.

Wang Jinsong, who has extremely high expectations for Li Xuan, naturally hopes that Li Xuan will be in even better shape.

Li Xuan has immense potential and is very likely, if not impossible, to catch up with the group from the class of '96.

The main characters who are currently at the height of their popularity.

"But you don't need to put too much pressure on yourself. How should I put it, I think it's okay for a person to have some shortcomings."

At this point, Wang Jinsong joked, "Thinking about it carefully, Li Xuan has a powerful 'output' ability, as well as a monstrous 'input' ability, and a versatile temperament. Now you could even say that he has a talent for controlling his voice—well, Li Xuan really does have a name in music-related fields."

Isn't "Blooming Life," which has exploded in downloads on Qianqian Music, a song written by Li Xuan?

Damn, this person's talent is so infuriating that it makes people feel inferior from every angle. Luckily, he's my student. If he were someone from my generation, I'd probably be dying of inferiority.

At this moment, Wang Jingsong thought to himself, "This guy's talent is really enough to make people feel inferior."

However, it is precisely because of his slight flaws that he is more like a human than a monster.
At this moment, Li Xuan was indeed thinking about how to make up for his shortcomings in his voice and how to express his 'self'.
And I happen to know a group of musicians, even though I haven't seen them in a long time.

At this moment, I arrived at the bar after a long absence and saw the trio again: the veteran musician Liu Yuan, the washed-up singer Dou Wei, and Pu Mu, who was at the height of his career and is now one of the strongest pop musicians in all of China.

Over the years, everyone's fate has changed. Some have risen to prominence, some have faded into obscurity, some have grown old and become indifferent, while others have reached the pinnacle of their careers and climbed to new heights.

Pu Mu's fame is probably greater than Dou Wei and Liu Yuan's combined.
But no matter what, the feeling is different now that everyone is here.

"Not bad, you've grown taller." Liu Yuan looked at Li Xuan with great admiration, as if he were looking at a work of art. "What, finally remembered your old friends from the bar?"

"Sorry, I just couldn't stop acting."

“Yeah, everyone has their own life. Actually, it’s just a coincidence that you’re here. Otherwise, Pu Mu wouldn’t have come here.” Dou Wei teased, “Only I would have so much free time to be in bars all the time. Look at the fat on my belly, hey, it’s from drinking. The calories in beer are really something.”

"Actually, I stopped creating a long time ago, and now I'm just living off my past achievements." Pu Mu's hair is very long, and he looks even more melancholy now.

At this moment, Li Xuan silently sat down and then punished himself by drinking three cups.
"You're just here to get free drinks, aren't you?" Dou Wei laughed loudly. "Come on, let's have a drink."

Cheers!

The group gathered here like old friends.
In a sense, these people were all my "mentors" in terms of vocals and lines, just like Zhou Xun back then, who gave me a lot of guidance in vocals.

They are also the people I should thank, for enlightening me.

I haven't visited in so long, and to be honest, I do feel a little guilty.

"You don't need to feel guilty. Everyone has their own choices. At your age, it's the time to strive, to be unwilling, to fight, to struggle. At this age, young people have ambitions, and it's the time to make achievements. I've seen your development in the entertainment industry. To be able to get to this point under such pressure is already very impressive."

At this moment, Liu Yuan made no attempt to hide his admiration. He greatly appreciated this young man.

With clear and distinct goals, lofty ambitions, and aspirations reaching far and wide.

Step by step.

the climb!
"Alright, we didn't mean to blame you. We're all 'friends,' and the relationship between 'friends' is about mutual tolerance and understanding."

At this moment, Dou Wei laughed and said, "Just come and sing a song occasionally, or have a drink with us."

"Brother Dou Wei, you can definitely do it!"

Park Mok laughed, but he seemed even less willing to talk than before—rumors circulated that he suffered from depression, and it seemed to be true.

Judging from the sensitivity and delicacy of his musical style, he is indeed the type of person who is prone to depression.

At this moment, Li Xuan also fell silent.
"Brother, hang in there. Go see my movie 'To Live' after it's released. I guarantee it will help alleviate your depression."

"Holy crap, 'To Live' helped alleviate my depression, do you want me to die?!"

"Really? You'll see when it's released."

"Alright then," Pu Mu joked, "If I really die after watching this, remember to come to my grave and sing 'Life in Full Bloom'!"

"Hey, definitely not, Park Mok-hyung."

At this moment, the bar was very quiet, and melancholic music dominated the airwaves. Damn it, how could Pu Mu not be depressed in such an environment? How could Dou Wei not be decadent? Even Liu Yuan was covered in stubble.

Rock and roll, in this era.

Rock music lovers seem to all have this kind of style.

At this moment, Li Xuan paused and then spoke.

"Hey guys, I just want to ask you a question."

"Just ask."

"How can I use my voice to highlight my central point?"

In terms of vocal music, the teachers are certainly professional.

But Li Xuan felt that he still had to ask these individuals.

Liu Yuan, Dou Wei, and Pu Mu—they were the center of the stage, the center of the world. Their songs were once the very center of the center. Asking them about this will never be wrong.

"Oh, that's a question. Zhou Xun asked us that too, and we gave her the answer."

Sister Zhou! She's been here before.

Li Xuan's eyes lit up, and he realized that what they said was indeed true.
As the center of the 'stage', they know all too well how to be the protagonist.

However, Liu Yuan then jokingly remarked.

"Of course, there will be a price to pay. Even between brothers, accounts should be settled clearly."

"Whatever you brothers need me to do, I'll do my best to arrange it. I'll go through fire and water for you."

Li Xuan's eyes were filled only with a thirst for knowledge and progress.

I desperately want to improve.

At this moment, Liu Yuan spoke.

"You don't have to pay any price to sing 'Life in Full Bloom' again, but this time, you have to sing it in the recording studio. I'll take care of the accompaniment and tuning for you."

(End of this chapter)