Rock and Roll: Glorious Years

The newcomer was named Qiu Luo. He was a year younger than Bian Lang in college, and they had played together on Mask for two years as bassists. However, Bian Lang studied sculpture, while Qiu Luo studied directing.

This is almost identical to the original Earth rock scene, where very few rock musicians come from formal music training programs.

"Director Qiu, has your filming wrapped up? How come you have time to come here?"

Just as Lao Tan was about to finish speaking, Qiu Luo angrily pulled out several pages of A4 paper from his bag and said, "You all probably know about Li Yiliang's situation, right? Now his agent is coming to the film crew to discuss the two insert songs we agreed on before. Now Magic Disc wants 20 yuan."

Bian Lang recalled that Qiu Luo and his team were currently filming a web movie about a rock band.

He used his position as assistant director to send some of the band's previous songs to the director and producer, and two of them were eventually selected as background music for the film.

However, it was still early, and given Qiu Luo's connection, the production team only signed a letter of intent with the band.

Now that Magic Disc has acquired the copyright, it's naturally unwilling to pay the 8 yuan stipulated in the previous agreement.

Seeing that no one responded, Qiu Luo continued, "I reckon Li Yiliang planned this all along. Otherwise, the timing wouldn't be so coincidental. We're almost done filming and starting post-production, and he's already signed with Magic Disc to sell the rights. With him doing this, how can I still have the face to work on set?"

Bian Lang thought so too. The original owner didn't care about Li Yiliang's various little tricks before, but now that he thought about it, Li Yiliang was full of cunning.

"What's the name of your online movie again?" Bian Lang asked abruptly.

"What happened to 'Tractor Band'?"

Upon hearing this name, Bian Lang immediately thought of the original Earth's "Sewing Machine Band".

Many veterans of the Chinese rock scene made cameo appearances in this movie, and Bian Lang also had a cameo.

Just as the film was about to end, during the scene where hundreds of musicians played "No More Hesitation," he was standing in the first row below the stage, and his third brother next to him almost squeezed him into a hole.

This storyline was designed by the director to pay tribute to the live performances of the band Rockin 1000. It is very difficult for the Chinese rock scene to organize such a performance in reality. Bian Lang is always amazed when he watches the videos, but unfortunately he has no chance to participate.

And this new song he just created is one of the theme songs for the movie.

Thinking of this, Bian Lang immediately described the general plot: "Is it about a group of young people from a small town forming a band?"

"Yes, it's a story about ordinary people, but the time period is a bit early, in the early 90s, when rock music was at its peak in China."

With Qiu Luo's approval, Bian Lang felt confident. The two songs the band had previously been selected for combined couldn't beat this new song.

Moreover, Bian Lang had also come up with a song to use as a promotional track for "Tractor Band," which was essentially a commissioned composition. As for "No More Hesitation" and "Choose C," he would need to read the movie script before deciding whether they were suitable.

"So, did you finally sign it?"

Upon hearing this, Qiu Luo said irritably, "Can we even sign that? The movie is themed around rock music, the OST absolutely can't be shoddy, and the budget for buying songs is enough! But with Director Zhou's temper, how could he possibly put up with this nonsense!"

"Okay, after the performance, I'll make you a promotional song. You can take this new song I just heard back with you, so you can hold your head high on set."

"A new song? Where did you hear about a new song? From what you're saying, you're saying you still have the energy to perform?"

Bian Lang handed him a cigarette and said seriously, "Why don't you go? He's the one who made a mistake, not me. Are you worried I'll be embarrassed or humiliated if I go?"

If it were the original owner of this body, someone who cared so much about saving face, she definitely wouldn't have gone.

But Bian Lang is different now. He's not embarrassed at all. He played rock music for over 20 years in his previous life and has seen all sorts of messy things in the industry.

There's a band that, thanks to the fame of a single song and a certain legendary lead singer, has gone through 10 lead singers in over 30 years and is still active in commercial performances in second, third, and fourth-tier cities...

Bianlang's band was able to sign Modern Sky, and their qualifications and skills were on a completely different level from the original owner's, an unknown guitarist.

As the lead singer and soul of the band, Bian Lang's singing and guitar skills are undoubtedly excellent. In order to write and arrange songs, he is also good enough to perform one or two songs on stage on drums, bass, and keyboards, and he is also very proficient in various synthesizer software.

Moreover, he had thought it through very clearly. It was unrealistic to find someone to rehearse with now. He would use synthesizers to create a live loop station, where he could be a one-man band and wouldn't have to worry about anyone else.

Most importantly, he is very familiar with this song, and the arrangement of the studio version is perfect for playing Loop Station. The instruments are all put in one by one, and you only need to change the order of the drums and lead guitar to use it.

The Magic Disc company took over the performance and arranged for Li Yiliang to participate in online live streaming promotions. Why not take advantage of this opportunity to both profit and embarrass Li Yiliang?

"Okay! Brother Lang, you're awesome! You're the boss..."

Qiu Luo knew Bian Lang's personality well, and he was speechless at this change. As for the new song and promotional song, he didn't care at all.

"I'll give you a rundown first, so you'll have a general idea. Then you can bring the main cast and crew to the set to hear the full version."

After saying that, Bian Lang picked up his guitar and played it again.

At first, Qiu Luo didn't think much of it, but in the second half, he listened with his mouth open the whole time, not even noticing that the cigarette in his hand burned his fingers.

"Brother Lang, let's reform the band, and save the bass position for me! I think this song is really a bit of a letdown for our online movie." Qiu Luo had no idea that Bian Lang had heard this song; he just thought Bian Lang was being pretentious and that his habit of showing off had come back to haunt him.

"No way! You've got the makings of a future director. I'm waiting for you to make a name for yourself internationally and take me to the Oscars."

Bian Lang spoke sincerely. Qiu Luo's bass playing was not bad, but compared to his talent as a director, the low profile of a bassist was clearly a waste of his talent.

Qiu Luo waved his hand, his expression changing from excitement to frustration: "Good scripts are never for me. Even if they were, who would invest in me? Forget it, let's not talk about this anymore. Thanks for the song in advance. I'll definitely come and support you when the time comes." After saying that, he asked Lao Tan for a few tickets and left.

Although it was the second time he had listened to it, Lao Tan was still somewhat unsatisfied. He was now even more looking forward to the amazing effect of the song's complete arrangement.

Thinking of this, he took out his phone and called Li Yiliang's agent. After a brief conversation, he left the bar, needless to say, to help Bian Lang with some business.

Bian Lang instructed Lao Tan, "Tell them I won't be going to the band's rehearsals for those old songs. If it's an arrangement, just give me the sheet music for my part."

After saying that, he prepared to go home and rest, and also registered the copyright for his new song.

After taking a breath and confirming that he was not driving under the influence of alcohol, Bian Lang went to the nearby underground parking lot to find his car.

He was completely bewildered as soon as he entered: "Where did I park my car?"