America: Child stars start with The Shining

Chapter 117 Signing John Lennon! Another major addition to Wah Mei Records!

John Lennon looked at Charles behind Ovitz and was momentarily stunned.

In fact, Charles is now quite well-known.

He starred in films such as *The Shining*, *Oliver Twist*, and *The Liberation of Minors*, and also won Best Actor at the Young Artist Awards ceremony...

It's quite incredible that all of these things happened to a child star in such a short period of time.

However, Lennon hasn't been paying much attention to the outside news lately, focusing most of his energy on his family and personal life.

So much so that he didn't recognize Charles immediately, assuming he was just an ordinary child brought by Ovitz.

So he looked at Charles, hesitated, and asked, "Uh, who is this?"

Upon hearing this, Ovitz's expression became somewhat subtle.

He looked at John Lennon, then at Charles, seemingly unsure how to best introduce him.

After all, from a normal person's perspective, it's not surprising that John Lennon reacted this way.

Charles is far too young.

Even though Huamei Records has recently made quite a splash in the record industry with "Backin Black," it would be hard for anyone to associate this kid with a record company that is shaking up the American rock market unless they see him in person.

Ovitz cleared his throat and introduced, "Mr. Lennon, this is Charles Hamilton, the owner of China Records."

John Lennon paused slightly.

Charles Hamilton?

This name sounds somewhat familiar.

He frowned and thought for a few seconds before finally managing to retrieve some fragmented information from his memory.

The child in The Shining?

He had previously gone to see that movie in the cinema with his family.

Because the film itself had a strong suspenseful atmosphere, he did have some impression of Charles's performance in the movie.

and many more..

John Lennon suddenly realized something, and his expression became even stranger.

He came to an unbelievable conclusion.

He turned to look at Ovitz, and asked somewhat uncertainly, "You just said he was Charles?"

"So, your recent advertising strategy is..."

Ovitz nodded, a hint of helplessness in his expression: "That's right, most of the affairs of Huamei Records are currently decided by Charles."

Upon hearing this, John Lennon looked at Charles again.

The casualness that had been in his eyes vanished instantly, replaced by a more obvious look of surprise.

Wait a minute, does the other party mean that the person in charge behind Huamei Records is a child?

Charles showed no hesitation whatsoever. He simply stepped forward, extended his hand naturally, and said, "Let me introduce myself. I am Charles, the person in charge of Huamei Records."

John Lennon looked at the outstretched hand, paused for half a second, and then suddenly laughed.

He now finds this Huamei Records company increasingly interesting.

Who would have thought that the company that gave Warner and Universal a headache was actually run by a child?

He would never have believed it if he hadn't seen it with his own eyes.

John Lennon sat back down on the sofa and gestured to the seats opposite him, indicating that they should sit down.

"I've heard a lot about Huamei Records lately."

"I'm particularly interested in the propaganda tactics you've devised for AC/DC."

Upon hearing this, Charles remained calm and composed, saying, "The main reason this album has been able to generate positive word-of-mouth is that the record quality is excellent, and listeners genuinely enjoy it."

"Otherwise, we wouldn't be able to achieve this effect."

He was stating a fact.

If he hadn't known all along that "BackinBlack" would be loved by listeners, he would never have adopted such a radical and daring promotional approach.

John Lennon took a drag of his cigarette, squinted slightly, and said, "I'd like to sign my next album to your label, what do you say?"

The recording studio was silent for a few seconds.

Even Ovitz's expression froze for a moment.

He had initially thought that John Lennon's visit was simply to discuss "Backinson Crusoe" with Charles.

Let's examine the promotional methods for "Black" or explore the background of Huamei Records.

After all, given John Lennon's current status, he had no need to be so direct right from the start.

But to everyone's surprise, the first thing the other party said was that he wanted to sign with Huamei Records for his next album.

This is John Lennon!

If this gets out, the entire Western music scene will probably be shaken up!

Ovitz looked at Charles almost instinctively.

To be honest, he really wanted to nod and agree on Charles's behalf right now.

Is there any need to hesitate about this opportunity?

If Wah Mei Records could sign John Lennon, even just for one album, their status in the record industry would instantly be elevated to a completely different level.

By then, Huamei Records will no longer be just a new company that became popular because of AC/DC, but a record company that even John Lennon would choose for his comeback!

The weight of these two is completely different!

Moreover, this title is more effective than any other guy.

However, Charles did not immediately agree; he simply looked at John Lennon with a thoughtful expression in his eyes.

After a moment, Charles slowly spoke, "Mr. Lennon, are you sure?"

John Lennon raised an eyebrow, seemingly somewhat surprised by his reaction.

"What's wrong?"

"You don't want to sign me?"

When Ovitz heard this, his heart almost stopped for a second.

Is Ciel really going to refuse?

That's John Lennon!

A partner that many record companies would never even dream of collaborating with is now sitting in front of them, saying they want to sign their next album with Huamei Records.

What are you hesitating for at a time like this?

Charles, however, remained calm and asked, "I just want to understand what your real needs are before we go any further."

"Or rather, why didn't you approach those big companies, but instead came to us?"

John Lennon paused for a moment, sighed, and said, "Son, you are very smart."

"The reason I don't go to those big companies is because I don't want to be controlled by them."

"You know, someone of my status, once I sign with them, sometimes I find myself without control over my own destiny, but I don't want that."

He flicked the ash from his cigarette and continued, "I just want to make some music that I like, that's all."

"Moreover, after listening to 'Backin Black,' I believe you are a record company with ambition. I have always had a good eye for talent."

"Is this reason acceptable?"

John Lennon leaned back on the sofa, a small part of the cigarette between his fingers already burned, the ash teetering precariously.

He looked at Charles quietly.

After a few seconds, Charles suddenly smiled and said, "In that case..."

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He stood up and extended his hand to John Lennon once again.

"It's a pleasure working with you, Mr. Lennon."

John Lennon looked at his hand, a slight smile appearing on his lips.

He reached out and shook it.

"It's a pleasure working with you."

At this moment, Ovitz finally breathed a long sigh of relief.

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