1993 My China Entertainment Age

Chapter 197 The Obedient Mr. Zhou, Rescue Creative Talents!
Jiang Xiaofeng was able to spare time from his busy schedule to help her compose the two songs "Looking at the Sea" and "Swaying", Zhou Xun was already very satisfied.

Whether others like these two songs, Zhou Xun doesn't care and is not sure, anyway, she likes them quite a lot.

After recording the two songs "Looking at the Sea" and "Wandering", Zhou Xun stayed in the recording studio every day and started recording another 8 songs of the new album.

This evening.

After recording the third song of the new album in the recording studio, Zhou Xun saw that it was time for dinner, so he went to the office to find Jiang Xiaofeng.

Seeing Jiang Xiaofeng drinking tea alone in the office, Zhou Xun closed the door, walked forward, sat down on Jiang Xiaofeng's lap, and wrapped his hands around Jiang Xiaofeng's neck.

Seeing this, Jiang Xiaofeng hurriedly reminded: "Xiao Xun, pay attention to the impact, this is a company."

Zhou Xun replied with a smile: "What are you afraid of, I have already closed the door, no one will come in."

As the saying goes, be careful to sail the ship for thousands of years.

Jiang Xiaofeng never hoped that his good image would be affected by Zhou Xun, and then he said earnestly: "Xiao Xun, stop making trouble, we are all public figures, we should not act too recklessly, we must pay attention to propriety,"

Zhou Xun said disapprovingly: "What are you afraid of? This is your office, and it's not outside, and there are no reporters secretly taking pictures. Even if other people in the company find out, it's no big deal,"

Jiang Xiaofeng sighed helplessly: "Oh, well, it's up to you this time, don't do this in the future, I really don't want our reputation to be damaged because of this,"

Zhou Xun curled his lips and asked dissatisfied: "Is it embarrassing to be with me? Why is your reputation damaged?"

Jiang Xiaofeng said angrily: "Xiao Xun, it's meaningless for you to say that. It's not like you don't know that I have a girlfriend. Why are you bothering?"

But Zhou Xun said: "I don't know, I just heard you say you have a girlfriend, but I don't know who it is, and I haven't witnessed it with my own eyes. I don't really believe it,"

Jiang Xiaofeng could see that Zhou Xun was playing petty temper, so he stopped arguing with her, and replied, "Then do whatever you want, whatever you like,"

Seeing Jiang Xiaofeng's displeasure, Zhou Xun also realized that he had gone too far, and asked with concern, "Are you angry?"

Jiang Xiaofeng denied with a wry smile: "No, I just feel that this is not good. I think, no matter whether I have a girlfriend or not, we should restrain ourselves."

"This is a company after all. If everyone knows that we have a relationship, it will have an impact on the atmosphere of the company..."

Even if Jiang Xiaofeng didn't say anything, Zhou Xun knew in his heart that Jiang Xiaofeng already had a girlfriend and would not be with him anymore.

But Zhou Xun really liked Jiang Xiaofeng so much, every time he was with him, he hoped that Jiang Xiaofeng belonged to her completely, because Jiang Xiaofeng satisfied all her fantasies about men, and she was not willing to give up such Jiang Xiaofeng at all.

This is also the fundamental reason why Zhou Xunhui chose to join Century Group between Rong Xinda and Century Group. It was because she liked Jiang Xiaofeng, even to the point of obsession.

In the memory of Jiang Xiaofeng's previous life, Zhou Xun was also a casual person. Every time he fell in love, he almost rushed to get married, but almost every time he talked about one person and another.

Therefore, Jiang Xiaofeng did not dare to fall in love with Zhou Xun. He communicated with Zhou Xun in private as a good friend.

But even if Jiang Xiaofeng didn't say anything, and didn't give her any promises, Zhou Xun still didn't like him.

Facing the woman he was obsessed with, Jiang Xiaofeng was still grateful, but he didn't want his good reputation in public to be affected because of Zhou Xun.

After this debate, Zhou Xun was also very sensible, he became much better, and he didn't say those excessive things to Jiang Xiaofeng again.

July 2, afternoon.

Accompanied by 6 people including assistant, bodyguard and driver, Jiang Xiaofeng arrived in the ancient city of Su'an.

It is said that if you have nothing to do, you can go to the Three Treasures Hall. Jiang Xiaofeng's visit to Chi'an this time is not for sightseeing, but to invite Xu Wei to join Century Records.

Although Jiang Xiaofeng and Xu Wei used to be in Yanjing's rock circle, he didn't have many opportunities to meet Xu Wei, especially after he went to Xiangjiang to develop, he didn't have any interaction with Xu Wei anymore.

However, Xu Wei's story must start from at least 1994.

In the fall of that year, Xu Wei brought two demos of his songs to the Red Star Music Production Company in Yanjing. At that time, the record company invested by Hong Kong businessmen attracted attention because of the release of Zheng Jun.

When he came to Yanjing for the first time, Xu Wei brought two songs: "Two Days" and "Blue Bird".

At that time, Xu Wei was full of enthusiasm and smug. When she came, she thought that her boss would value her as much as Zheng Jun did, and she held high hopes, but that was not the case.

However, the boss, Chen Jiantian, didn't really value Xu Wei. At that time, it was a big blow to him. As soon as "Two Days" came out, he felt that this music could not be done like Zheng Jun and Tian Zhen. Xu Wei's music determined him. Small minority.

At that time, the only song that Xu Wei created that was relatively easy to become popular—"Persistence" was robbed by Tian Zhen, the "big sister" of the same company, and Xu Wei had no right to speak at all.

It was not until 1997 that Xu Wei released the album "Elsewhere". At that time, everyone around Zhang Yadong said that this album would definitely be fine, and after it came out, it was just that.

The first expectation was shattered, and Xu Wei had imagined before that the influence of the finished album was completely in two worlds. He originally thought that he could be as popular as Jiang Xiaofeng and Zheng Jun.

When "That Year" was about to be recorded, Xu Wei suffered from depression. At that time, he saw a psychiatrist, messed up a lot of things, took sleeping pills, and an album recorded by Prozac.

But those lyrics were written with that kind of mentality. Thinking of Dali, the things of life came out, but there were still problems in life, and I had to go home in the end.

From 1995 to 1999, Xu Wei experienced a process of disillusionment. He had a dormitory of 6 square meters, and he stayed in the dormitory when he had nothing to do.

Here, he wrote two albums, which were not well received, and the sales were not good. He tried to find an answer for himself to persevere, but he couldn't find it, and he was in pain and despair, so he had to go back to his hometown to take care of his wounds. .

After learning about Xu Wei's situation from insiders, Jiang Xiaofeng refused to miss this opportunity, so he called Xu Wei and offered him an olive branch, hoping that he could sign a contract with Century Records.

But at this time Xu Wei was already disheartened, so he said he had to think about it.

Jiang Xiaofeng said to him directly on the phone: "Don't think about it, what are you doing at home now?"

Xu Wei was also on the phone and told Jiang Xiaofeng that he didn't want to sing or make music anymore. He was caught in a dilemma of doubting himself. He thought that he might not be suitable for making music.

After being rejected by Xu Wei, Jiang Xiaofeng was not discouraged, but flew directly to Chi'an to meet and communicate with Xu Wei.

In a tavern.

After drinking two or three drinks, Xu Wei, who looked a bit down and haggard, also told Jiang Xiaofeng about his mental journey: "Xiaofeng, I have been exposed to music since I was a teenager, listening to Cui Jian and forming a band. At that time, I had unique ideals. .”

"For so many years, there has been a motivation to push me forward, and suddenly this thing is gone, collapsed, and my heart is actually empty."

"Now that I think about it, it's actually a good thing. It's nothing if it's gone. It's just two albums. I should pay more attention to the ability to support myself. At least I won't live without dignity."

"Later I found out that I, like everyone else, have to survive. This is a very real problem. I can't go on like this anymore. I can't pursue my dreams selfishly anymore."

"Because my parents are also old, I feel that as a son, I hope that I can take on the responsibility and obligation to support them, and give them money to support them every month..."

It wasn't until this time that Jiang Xiaofeng realized deeply that Xu Wei is not only suffering from spiritual suffering, but also from economic and survival pressures.

In order for Xu Wei to go back to Yanjing with him willingly, Jiang Xiaofeng didn't paint cakes for Xu Wei, but directly said to him: "Old Xu, come back to Yanjing with me, I will give you 1 yuan per month, including food Come on, you don't need to have any pressure, you just make the music you want to make."

Hearing Jiang Xiaofeng's words, Xu Wei felt it was incredible. He felt that he was not a qualified singer, nor a popular musician, and he was not worthy of Jiang Xiaofeng's appreciation and respect at all.

You know, when Xu Wei was in the Red Star Music Production Company, his monthly salary was only 2000 yuan, sometimes even less, which was not enough for his own expenses in Yanjing, let alone supporting his family.

Before Xu Wei left his old club, only he and the boss's assistant were left in the formerly crowded Red Star Music Production Club. The colleagues and friends who used to get along day and night had long since dispersed like birds and beasts.

Looking at the swearing Jiang Xiaofeng, Xu Wei asked in disbelief: "Why? Why did you choose to believe me? I don't even think that I am an excellent singer."

Jiang Xiaofeng replied with a smile: "There are not so many reasons, I just think your music is very clean, very warm, very powerful, and there is a sense of freedom."

"Although the music you created has not been recognized by the public like mine, I think you are a very unique existence in our Huaguo music scene..."

After hearing Jiang Xiaofeng's words, Xu Wei was almost moved to tears. In the past few years, he has encountered too many failures and doubts. Some said that he was not good-looking, some said that his music was not popular, and some said that he would not be popular... …

Now that he is suddenly recognized and accepted by others, Xu Wei feels like he is dreaming. He needs encouragement too much, especially for a big fellow like Jiang Xiaofeng. The praise for him is of great significance to him.

Two days later, Xu Wei and Jiang Xiaofeng signed a seven-year contract under the witness of a lawyer.

In the contract Jiang Xiaofeng offered, apart from the necessary share content, he did not ask Xu Wei for any creative aspects, and also promised to pay him a monthly salary of 7 yuan for the next seven years.

(End of this chapter)