Respawn Entertainment: Days of Glory

Chapter 941 Different Fate

If it weren't for the condition mentioned by Bianlang later, Olaf felt that there would be basically no difficulty.

But if it were just Brother B with this setup, Bian Lang might not be so insistent. However, considering that Master Shui also has this setup, which sometimes gives off a Broadway musical vibe, Bian Lang felt that it was necessary to equip him with it.

Although nothing in this world is perfect, if we can get closer to perfection, we should still strive for it.

To others, this behavior might be seen as either nitpicking or a perfectionist. Ultimately, artists and pretentious people are essentially the same thing; it just depends on how others define you.

But for Bian Lang, it meant something different. He wanted to restore the original sound of Earth's music to the music fans on Planet Blue as accurately as possible.

This allows them to enjoy the same audio-visual feasts and classic moments that fans on Earth enjoyed, such as Yaya's Rose Bowl, Pink Floyd's Pompeii, and the Hong Kong Coliseum of Chinese rock...

"It has to be beautiful." Olaf pondered this point repeatedly. After thinking for a moment, he looked at Bian Lang with a mischievous grin and said, "You have to give me a standard for what constitutes 'beautiful'!"

"How can I set standards for you? I said each one has to be like Guo Sichu, can you find them for me?" Bian Lang was obviously joking, and Olaf didn't take it seriously.

However, when someone walked up to the two of them alone, Bian and Ao both knew how to set the standard.

“Mr. Olaf, Wave… I hope I haven’t interrupted your conversation.” Carazan, the top Italian female singer, hesitated slightly before speaking.

Olaf's reply left her both puzzled and flattered: "You've come at the perfect time! We were just looking for you!"

In the past, if you had told Olaf, "Find me a top-tier Italian female singer with both good looks and a great voice to provide backing vocals for the band's tour!" Olaf would have thought you were crazy.

But now that he's placed the band with the Rolling Stones, it feels like it's only natural. Although it might seem like a waste of talent, Olaf feels the Rolling Stones truly deserve it.

Even if the world's top rock bands don't deserve it, the Rolling Stones certainly do.

The reason is simple: no matter how great Hatter and Panama are, can their other works maintain the same level of quality once they step out of their comfort zone? The answer is definitely no!
But at Rolling Stone, this seemingly unsolvable problem doesn't seem so difficult. And based on Olaf's understanding of Bian Lang's work, he feels that the scope of Bian Lang's comfort zone is ridiculously broad!
Therefore, it is perfectly reasonable to have several top female singers from various countries provide backing vocals!
"What brings you two here?" Karazhan's heart was pounding, but she tried her best to control her emotions, not wanting the two men to think she was too eager.

This time, it was Bian Lang who answered her: "I wonder if Ms. Karazhan would be interested in collaborating with the Rolling Stones long-term?" Bian Lang's two deepest memories of Italy from the original Earth are Juventus and Monica Bellucci. This Karazhan in front of him has a bit of Monica Bellucci's shadow, so there's no problem with her looks.

As for the sound, since we've already collaborated, there shouldn't be any issues. However, if we're to actually form a team, the harmonies will definitely need to be written separately.

Upon hearing Bian Lang's question, Karazhan's first reaction was, "What exactly does this mean?"

As a top-tier Italian female singer with considerable fame throughout Europe, her willingness to provide backing vocals for the Rolling Stones today could be due to a variety of reasons... and of course, she showed no sign of displeasure.

But if you're talking about working for Rolling Stones long-term, then the situation is different.

It's true that she wants to sing Bian Lang's songs, but I doubt that her company or fans would be willing to sing backing vocals for a rock band long-term.

Having thought all this through, Karazhan said, "Wave, thank you for the invitation. Could you give me some time to consider it?"

This was a polite refusal, but Bian Lang acted as if he hadn't heard and continued, "After the Rolling Stones return to China for the music festival, they'll be touring the US, and we need a very professional backing vocal team to collaborate with. At that time, Guo Sichu will be the lead singer for 'The Great Gig In The Sky,' and she'll be divided into three vocalists. If you're willing..."

Bian Lang didn't insist; he was taking it one step at a time. He'd be happy if they agreed, but if they refused, it wouldn't matter; he'd repay the favor of singing harmonies today with a song.

Upon hearing this, Karazhan had already agreed in his heart: "I'm willing!" But on the surface, he began to hesitate.

The reason remains the same: what about the company and the fans? Also, the cyclical nature of tours will inevitably conflict with some already scheduled performances; not all singers can be as carefree as Bian Lang…

Just as she was wondering how to answer, Agnelli came over.

"Wave, what are you guys talking about? I was just about to ask you when the Karazhan recording is scheduled?"

"There are no concrete plans yet, but it'll probably be in the next day or two. I just invited Karazhan to join our US tour..."

Before Bian Lang could finish speaking, Agnelli interjected, "Karazhan, if I were you, I would drop everything else and go on the Rolling Stones tour. When you come back, it won't be the same Karazhan you used to be."

Agnelli felt he had said enough.

What do companies, fans, and events that have already been secured matter compared to making friends with future world-class rock stars and legendary music producers?
Moreover, they've formed a revolutionary friendship after touring together once, making it much easier for him to invite songs, hold concerts, invite Rolling Stones, or have them as guests compared to others. Because of his good relationship with Bian Lang, the company not only wouldn't refuse, but might even strongly support his going to Karazhan.

To become a top-tier female singer, one cannot rely solely on voice and looks. With a little guidance from a businesswoman like Agnelli, she immediately sensed the potential.

Although she hadn't thought it through very carefully, she felt that Agnelli's vision was definitely more far-sighted than hers, and he had no reason to lie to her. After all, if it weren't for the job of singing the team song, she wouldn't have had the chance to meet Bian Lang, let alone all the things that followed.

Having thought this through, Karazhan decisively said, "Then let me know when the specific time comes out, so I can inform the company."

"Don't you need to think about it again?" Bian Lang's song is a reminder from the bottom of his heart.

Karazhan smiled and shook her head, saying, "No need. Mr. Agnelli's words reminded me that you've accomplished in a year what I could never achieve in a lifetime. Following you for a while, at least I can learn things that others can't!" Agnelli also smiled and said, "Ms. Karazhan, I wish you a pleasant collaboration with Rolling Stones! Wave, I have something else I'd like to discuss with you. If there's still a possibility in terms of time, could Alfa Romeo join the sponsorship of the Rolling Stones Music Festival?"

Bian Lang replied noncommittally, "As long as you don't mind the short exposure period, you can join anytime."

After the social gathering ended, Bian Lang and Chen Shuting explained the arrangements for tomorrow before returning to their room with Guo Sichu.

After washing up, I collapsed into the soft, fragrant bed, and heard Guo Sichu's murmur in my ear: "Holding you in my arms, Oh My Baby... You know I can't back down..."

Bian Lang smiled and closed his eyes. After receiving Bao Feng's bath, he lay on the bed lazily humming a melody: "I haven't properly felt the tenderness of being kissed while I'm awake..."

Guo Sichu knew immediately that this was definitely another great song, but she didn't rush to ask Bian Lang. She waited and listened, and eventually drifted off to sleep.

When she woke up the next day, Bian Lang had already gotten up and left. She yawned and got up to grab her phone, only to find a note written on hotel stationery underneath it.

Guo Sichu rubbed her eyes before looking at him carefully: "I haven't yet cooked red beans into a tender wound for you, and then sharing it together will make you understand the sorrow of longing even more..."

"Once my solo concert is ready, I will definitely sing it for you in front of the whole nation!"

As for Bian Lang, who got up early, he was already in another room giving instructions and making arrangements for the bands participating in "The Big Band" later. Hedgehog had already arranged the song list, so he only chatted with Xia Yuxi about stage matters before letting Goat and the others into the room.

Goat seemed to be stimulated by the fact that the bands Big Wind and Exodus were starting to gain a market in Europe. As soon as he came in, he said to Bian Lang, "Brother Lang, take us with you when you go to the United States. We'll sing the opening act for you!"

Bian Lang waved his hand dismissively, saying, "Just focus on the competition. If you don't make it into the top 5, you might as well disband!"

Kong Liang, being a seasoned veteran, was naturally the most composed. He knew that Bian Lang was reminding them not to rush things, so he nonchalantly ignored it.

But the others immediately became anxious: "Brother Lang, do you not believe in us?"

"After 'The Big Band' finishes recording, the next step is the national tour of 'The Big Band' performances, and that's the focus for us at Rolling Stone Music. If we mess it up, then there's no point in recording 'The Big Band' Season 2... We can sing the opening act for Rolling Stone anytime, but if the domestic market belongs to you..."

Bian Lang said a lot, and finally Mu Mian gave the goat a tap on the back of the head: "Did you hear that? We have our own mission!"

As one of the first musicians to sign with Rolling Stone Records, Mumu's trust in Bianlang was essentially unconditional. So when Goat made some sarcastic remarks last night, she did say a few words back, but Goat still decided to actively try to get the opening act for their North American tour.

After hearing Bian Lang's arrangement, Goat understood that it was the best arrangement for both the band and Rolling Stones. But with his stubborn nature, he said, "Brother Lang, if my schedule allows, I..."

“If you don’t want to continue being the lead singer, we can replace you anytime. New Pants can just withdraw from the competition and participate again next year…” Bian Lang has always been good to his own people, but if you’re always thinking about only getting the benefits and not suffering any losses, then Rolling Stone really can replace everyone except Bian Lang.

Moreover, with Bian Lang unable to represent Hedgehog in the competition, the biggest favorite of "The Big Band" is gone. Although everyone knows there's no inside story, as long as Bian Lang is still participating, everyone will feel like there's an emperor emeritus weighing on them.

Although I aspire to it, I've basically ruled out the possibility of it being number 1.

After all, aside from the fans' unreliable manipulation, no one could imagine how Hedgehog, with its rebellious spirit, could lose to other bands. Therefore, it's only natural to feel some subtle negative emotions!
But now that Bian Lang can't appear on the show, it means everyone has the possibility and motivation to compete for the top spot again, especially New Pants, a direct descendant of Rolling Stone Music.

Bian Lang's words immediately put the goat firmly under his thumb.

"You all know why I chose Gale and Exodus, so I don't want to explain it to you anymore. Goat, have you thought it through?"

When Bian Lang asked that question, Kong Liang muttered to himself, "Taiwanese people are so pretentious! Why can't you act like this whenever you want? You can act however you want on stage, and the fans will applaud you. Why are you putting on such a show in front of your boss?"

After a moment of silence, Goat finally said willingly, "I've thought it through. I'll listen to Lang-ge's arrangements." He had no choice but to return to Taiwan if he didn't accept. After being fired for clashing with Bian Lang, which mainland band would dare to play with him again?

"Alright, since you're following my instructions, this is the song you'll sing for your final competition on 'The Big Band'..."

Bian Lang handed over the tablet. The goat originally wanted to take it, but after thinking about what he had just done, he took half a step back and let the kapok move in front of him.

Kapok was also polite, taking the tablet directly and inviting everyone to watch together...

After reading the lyrics, Bian Lang said to Goat seriously again, "The final solo is very important for the live performance of this song. I believe in your performance skills, but please focus on the music."

After seeing the goat and you nod sincerely, Bian Lang continued, "If you can't even hold your own against Hedgehog with this song, then don't even think about singing the opening for Rolling Stones anymore..."

After being scolded, Goat was still a bit down when he went out, but the song Bian Lang gave him made him feel content again...

Then one by one, the bands came in to receive Bian Lang's arrangements. When the three sisters of the Nuozhen Band came in, Bian Lang said directly to Xia Ruojie, "You three sisters, study 'The Great Gig In The Sky'. Can you sing one of the three vocal sections?"

Speaking of which, the three sisters were no longer sleepy at all: "Brother Lang, what do you mean?"

"I'll take you guys with me when I go to the US. If possible, I'd like to add Xia Ruojie to the Harmony team. If you're interested, you can also have a chance to perform at the opening..."

(End of this chapter)