The next day.
The two checked out of the hotel room and went their separate ways.
Luo Shiyao had to rush back to the capital for training.
Li Jinglin needs to go to Guangdong.
Talk to Zeng Yilinghua and Gao Hong, the head of their agency, about the song arrangement.
As time goes.
In the Internet age, the income from songs is rising.
Therefore, there are quite a lot of variations in prices and transaction forms.
The contract is for two.
"So, let's talk about the contract first."
The four of them met and exchanged some pleasantries.
Then he started talking about business.
"If we follow the revenue practices in the market, music production companies account for 44%, streaming service platforms account for 40%, creators account for 10%, and singers account for 6%."
"Mr. Li, if you can do all the composing, writing, arranging, mastering, and producing, then this 10% will be yours alone."
Li Jinglin nodded.
Listening quietly to what Gao Hong said.
The music industry is like this.
A music production company is a company similar to XX Records, responsible for the distribution of music.
The streaming service platform is a variety of music app platforms.
The revenue from music production seems to be very large, but in fact it is just that. The cost of producing a song depends on the different teams, musicians, and even orchestras that are invited, as well as the various subsequent promotion resources. of expenses.
The platform ratio may seem outrageous, but being responsible for overwhelming online publicity resources also requires sacrifice.
And, it’s all platforms combined.
If it is exclusive, the proportion of the platform’s share will be smaller.
For example, not exclusive, but only looking for two platforms.
Maybe Goose Factory 20, Net Yiyun 20.
Exclusively, Goose Factory 30.
Everyone makes more, but what they pay is some traffic from other platforms.
"In this way, the platform should not be left alone, and there is no need to be exclusive. It is better to spread it on a large scale for publicity."
Li Jinglin thought for a moment and then spoke.
Appearing on programs and accepting commercial performances are still considered the big deal, traffic is actually very important.
"As for sound source production...your company does not need to worry about high production costs, it only needs to pay for promotion costs."
"My suggestion is..."
He glanced at Zeng Yi and Linghua.
Li Jinglin's eyes twitched.
Two people still get half a point.
How about mentioning the singer's share, so that they will also love to sing, and they will be able to get higher royalties...
"The singer will take 8%, I will take 16%, and your company will take 36%."
"?"
This ratio is outrageous.
This made Gao Hong look up in shock.
"Mr. Li, you are kidding me."
"Don't worry, Mr. Gao."
Li Jinglin smiled slightly and spread out a piece of paper.
On the paper were lyrics.
Gao Hong took a look and seemed to understand what Li Jinglin wanted to say.
“Your company has always been known for promoting national culture and has even been established as a [National Cultural Industry Demonstration Base].”
"I'm not greedy, it's because... I can indeed bring something other than financial benefits to your company."
Look into Li Jinglin's eyes.
Gao Hong thought of Li Jinglin's identity.
Eyes flashing.
Gao Hong admitted that he was tempted.
But this bargaining chip can only make Gao Hong tempted.
If you really want to be sure, you still have some hesitation.
"Well, let me show you this again."
From the beginning, Li Jinglin had the initiative in the negotiations.
Push the laptop in your hand over.
Gao Hong frowned and looked.
There is a whole row of files in the folder.
"This is some of my OTS business, and it contains my other ID."
According to what Li Jinglin said.
Click on the file and take a look at the name.
"LL is you?!"
Gao Hong was shocked when he saw this document.
The name LL is a newcomer who has only emerged in the foreign OST circle in the past two years.
Participated in many music productions.
Moreover, in his first try, he composed two of the most important tracks for a heavyweight game like "The Witcher 3".
Received unanimous praise.
Players, the public, may not care who wrote the BGM in a game.
But there’s no way the people in the circle don’t know!
In fact, in the face of this sudden rise of a group of newcomers with great commercial value, the OST circle attaches great importance to them.
Everyone wants to know who this person is.
Gao Hong never expected it.
He sat across from him.
Gao Hong felt like he was about to be convinced.
It's hard not to be moved.
Although the share is much less, such songs can make up for traffic promotion from other places and bring some non-economic value.
Also, it is necessary to develop a good relationship with a new producer who is making a name for himself in the industry.
Think about it this way...
Just one song's share.
It's not that hard to accept.
"Okay, let me add another condition that is beneficial to you."
Li Jinglin smiled slightly.
Three explosions in a row, I’m not afraid you won’t agree.
"I can choose one of your songs, rearrange it into a symphony for you free of charge, and invite the best orchestra to perform it. If everything goes well, we can also conduct additional cross-border cooperation, not to mention top domestic orchestras, but also foreign ones. Or some well-known musicians, that’s fine.”
"However, if there is an in-depth cooperation, then the price will be paid separately."
Wang Zha.
As soon as this sentence is said.
All three of them were breathing rapidly.
A combination of classical music and the Phoenix legend?
In the minds of many people, one is the most obscure but high-end music, and the other is a bit "unsophisticated" music.
Will the two neutralize each other to produce some unique chemical reactions?
Will it... make the texture of pop music thicker, bring a different experience, and remove the "earth"? Will it also make the symphony more down-to-earth and become a symphony that everyone can understand and enjoy?
That's right.
This is another attempt at cooperation where everyone gets what he wants! !
Thinking of the classical music connections behind Li Jinglin.
Gao Hong's heart was filled with turmoil.
This is a master who can even invite Lang Lang to a variety show!
She looked at Zeng Yilinghua.
I noticed that the eyes of the two people opposite me were also shining with eagerness to try.
The decision was made immediately.
"Done!"
The two stood up and shook hands.
The next step is to draw up the contract and then sign it.
Li Jinglin was so happy.
Increase your own share, sell favors, and also engage in a true joint cross-border cooperation.
Inside and outside, it means you are making a lot of money!
Gao Hong's steps were hurried.
Go and do errands.
Zeng Yi and Linghua could finally talk to Li Jinglin about music.
"Did you really add words to me?"
Zeng Yi still couldn't believe it.
When did I get this kind of treatment?
I'm dreaming.
"Yeah, really."
Li Jinglin drew on the paper.
Circled a word.
Then he looked up at Zeng Yi.
Zeng Yi stretched his neck to take a look.
Not much, just a few sentences, a few words.
But it looks like it’s a chorus.
What to say.
I’m not particularly disappointed, after all, I’m used to it, and this time I don’t have too many words.
But certainly not ecstatic.
"Are these mine?"
But Li Jinglin's words made Zeng Yi wonder if he had heard wrongly.
"No, it's Linghua's."
"The rest is all yours."
"Σ(`д′*ノ)?"
Zeng Yi’s pupils were shaken.
Happiness comes too suddenly.
Totally in disbelief.
"Now, I have become the key to the Phoenix Legend!"
The hands are shaking slightly.
There are so many lyrics! many!
"It's all lyrics, why is this all lyrics!!"
“There are so many lyrics to this!”
Raising his head again, Zeng Yi was shocked.
The eyes that looked at Li Jinglin became hot.
Brothers!
You really understand me! !
Linghua stretched her head curiously.
He glanced at the circled part of himself.
Well, harmonies.
Well, harmonies.
Well, a chorus.
Well, it’s the harmonies again…
Good guy!
Can I also experience the joy of Zeng Yi? !
Linghua suddenly became interested.
It feels quite fun.
"Haha! This time I will let you feel what it feels like to let the person who sang a few lines get half of the money."
Linghua laughed heartily.
"Haha! What the hell, there are lyrics, lots of lyrics."
The corners of Li Jinglin's eyes twitched slightly.
This person's obsession with lyrics has become a bit crazy.
"Okay, I brought the demo. We can go directly to the recording studio and try it out first."
"Great, elbow! Quick elbow!!"
Zeng Yi stood up excitedly.
I haven’t felt this way for a long time!
I am so eager to record songs.
Come to the recording studio.
Turn on the device.
First, sing it to the two of you as a demonstration.
Immediately the two began to practice singing.
Li Jinglin and Linghua were outside the shed, and Zeng Yi came inside.
He closed the soundproof door, put on his earphones, and handed another earphone to Linghua.
After making an OK sign.
Then he started playing music and asked Zeng Yi to listen to it several times to get a feel for it, and then he started practicing.
However, after practicing for a while, Li Jinglin frowned.
Zeng Yi's strength is actually much stronger than ordinary people imagine.
The depth of the bass is extremely important.
However, perhaps because today's surprise was too great, I was in a state of excitement.
This force is a bit too strong.
"No! Don't be so excited."
"You still have to be a little more forceful."
"Yes, that's the feeling, but this time my words were a little bit inaccurate and my mouth was a little bit tight."
"Yeah, okay, but I feel like you can record better. Do you want to try again?"
"..."
What follows is a never-ending stream of frequent practice.
Zeng Yi started to feel a little numb.
How have you ever suffered this crime before?
I usually do it once or twice, it’s super simple, isn’t it?
"This money is getting harder and harder to earn."
However, it is still powerful.
Soon, Zeng Yi reached the most perfect degree of completion as envisioned by Li Jinglin.
"It seems that we can make songs very quickly."
Li Jinglin was very happy.
Being able to record songs with capable singers is a pleasure.
The progress is very fast, and you can also enjoy the excellent enjoyment brought by a powerful singer.
time flies.
Just three days.
After the contract is signed and comes into effect, the preparation for sound source production has not yet begun.
The three of them, Li Jinglin, have almost polished the song to a very high level.
Recording is possible at any time.
When the pace of work slowed down, Li Jinglin fulfilled his promise and tried to work on their old songs.
