Era: Starting from Modu Translation Studio

Wearing a peaked cap, Director Chen looks short. He wears a light gray hunting woolen coat, which is quite conspicuous in this era.

Reporter Jiang is younger than the legend says. Director Chen's eyes never left Jiangshan since he sat down.

Today, Jiangshan did some special research and found out the navy blue woolen coat that the TV station ordered for a group when he went to Japan last year.

As soon as I put this thing on, I was praised by Jiang Ma all morning.

Legend? Jiang Shan was amused: I also have a legend now.

What legend? Zhu Fengbo handed the order back to the waiter: He heard what I told him. Today's coffee was actually made by Director Chen, who asked me to make an appointment.

Yes, Director Chen nodded: It's a coincidence. A while ago, several leaders of our factory were still wondering why the tape of Rose Blooms Everywhere became so popular. It just happened that yesterday I heard Zhu The teacher mentioned you.

When Jiang Shan heard this, he just thought: That's really a coincidence.

Speaking of which, when Liao Mingzu first shipped the tapes to Pujiang, he contacted our factory and put the tapes on the record counter of Xinhua Bookstore.

At that time, Director Chen also sympathized with Liao Mingzu.

I just feel that the other person is worried about the sales of the product just like myself.

Look how long it has been, Pacific's tapes are actually selling like this, said Director Chen, who has been in the industry for so many years. This is the first time he has seen the spectacle of queuing up to buy audio and video products:

I was watching it in the Xinhua Bookstore on Nanjing Road that day. It was also a song by Zhu Fengbo. The people were stunned and didn't want the record that cost two or three yuan a piece. They would rather queue up to buy a box for 7 yuan. tape.

Director Chen's words made Zhu Fengbo not know whether to laugh or cry.

Since entering this industry, almost every one of my songs has been recorded at Zhongsheng Factory.

But in terms of sales volume, no other tape has ever been able to outsell this tape!

Actually, it's not just Teacher Zhu's records, Director Chen sighed: No matter whose songs they are, they have not been very popular in recent years, but, for a factory as big as ours, it won't work if we don't start up and produce new products.

During the WG period, after every song with the characteristics of the era was released, China Singing Club immediately had to produce a specified number of records.

Don't worry about whether you can sell it or not. Anyway, all the expenses will be borne by the state.

But after the reform, the leadership team of Zhongshang became restless in the face of the reforms of state-owned enterprises one after another.

Starting from the second half of last year, Director Chen said, the factory has also been considering introducing a tape filling line, but the price of a set of machines is no joke. And then I heard the news about Pacific's withdrawal from Xiangjiang. The factory is even more afraid to move.

Jiang Shan understands that others may not know the true experience of Rose Blooms Everywhere in Hong Kong, but the leaders of the Chinese Singing Club definitely know.

Then why did you come to me today...? Jiang Shan's intuition told Jiang Shan that the warehouse of the Chinese Singing Club must have been filled with unsalable records over the years.

At the same time, Gu Jianfen and Zhu Fengbo also looked at each other.

Well, I just finished the tape business, and the record business has started again.

It seems that the famous soprano's songs are not only selling well!

Reporter Jiang will tell you the truth, Director Chen really didn't want to hide it: Last year, the factory recorded a batch of small film records of Zhu Fengbo Concert. Although the sound quality is not good, the price is affordable.

(Film record, a simple record made of polyethylene material)

Jiang Shan asked curiously: How much does one cost?

The small market is 5 cents, the large market is 8 cents.

so cheap?

“It’s so cheap and no one is buying it!”

Well, Jiang Shan nodded: Then have you ever thought about the reason?

The China Singing Company has naturally analyzed this problem. Although Director Chen was not sure, he still tried to say: Could it be... that there was something wrong with the song selection?

Isn't that the problem?

Jiang Shan pointed out unceremoniously:

The reason why I dared to urge Manager Liao to withdraw the tapes from Hong Kong was because I carefully analyzed the songs in Rose Blooms Everywhere.

If it were like the songs at Zhu Fengbo's concert, Jiang Shan would never have taken on this job.

When an album first comes out, why is there so much hype surrounding the title song?

It’s not because songs can bring people, but people can bring songs.

Not to mention that one song can drive a cassette tape, many people can become rich for a lifetime just by relying on one song.

Think about it, Jiang Shan must make the other party pay attention to this issue:

“Teresa Teng’s songs are popular everywhere in the mainland now, and a box of smuggled tapes costs RMB 20.

Why Nostalgia became popular, and why Li Guyi was called Li Lijun, in the final analysis, it is because of the type of song.

But compared to Nostalgia, the entire series of Rose Blooms Everywhere is in conflict with Teresa Teng's songs.

Especially the title song, which was recorded on Teresa Teng's tape.

It is true that this tape is not very conspicuous in Xiangjiang, but it is strange that it is not popular when it is taken back to the mainland.

From what you're saying, is it really a question of song selection?

No record company can guarantee that every album will sell well, Jiang Shan said truthfully: But as long as it is a successful audio and video company, it will follow a rule.

Director Chen: What rules?

Serve the people.

Um?

To put it in more detail, we can record whatever songs the people like to listen to.

But...how do I know what songs the masses like to listen to? Before Rose Blooms Everywhere entered the market, Pacific itself didn't know that this tape would be popular with the people!

China Singing Club really has no experience in this area.

Otherwise, we won’t realize performance losses every year.

Even if you become extremely rich in the future, it will be thanks to the blessing of the times.

Compared with its predecessor, today's China Singing Club really has no ability to make money.

In 1904, China had its first record.

This record of the Peking Opera Viewing a Painting with a Cauldron was completed through a cooperation between domestic recording and foreign recording.

By 1908, the French-French EMI Company established its first record company in Xujiahui, Pujiang.

The items operated include records, gramophones, film machinery, films...

From this moment on, as long as the songs that are popular in China are basically recorded here.

The artists who signed contracts with it are also their own masters.

Mei Lanfang, Zhou Xinfang, Hu Die, Zhou Xuan, Gong Qiuxia, Chen Gexin, Xian Xinghai, Nie Er...

In 1934, when Nie Er was the director of EMI's music department, March of the Volunteers composed by him was also recorded here.

In January 1952, EMI was officially taken over by the state and renamed People's Record Factory.

Two years later, the name was changed again to China Record Club.

Record companies that were once popular all over the country have been unable to compete with Guangzhou's Pacific since the early 1980s, even when they were most popular.

“There are many ways to find out what songs people like to listen to,”

Jiang Shan said unhurriedly, and those sitting there also listened carefully:

I still remember that at the end of last year, People's Broadcasting Station and Song magazine co-organized a selection event of Listeners' Favorite 15 Songs.

of course I remember.

Zhu Fengbo pursed his lips and smiled: The selection results will be announced at the end of January. I don't know if I can be selected yet.

There's nothing to worry about, Gu Jianfen said with a smile: Your song will definitely be rated, right Xiao Jiang?

that is!

In this selection event, the organizers collected a total of more than 200,000 votes.

Among the tracks that can be checked on the ballot, relevant experts have suggested that three Liumang songs, Spring Water Ding Dong Ring, Velvet Flower and Sister Seeking Brother Tears, should be removed.

As a result, the director of the Broadcasting Industry Bureau rejected it because public opinion is as strong as iron.

Unexpectedly, in the end, these three songs all entered the top five.

But even so, on the eve of the announcement of the 15 Most Favorite Songs by Audiences, the song Velvet Flower was almost replaced by a popular song.

What Reporter Jiang means is, Director Chen immediately responded: After these 15 songs are announced, the factory can release an album of related songs?

Looking at the current music market, Jiang Shan said without blushing and without a beating heart:

In addition to the tape of Rose Blooms Everywhere, another focus of public concern is the 15 songs that will be announced by the radio station.

That's right, Zhu Fengbo also agreed with this point of view: How can a song chosen by the people of the country not be popular?

Yes...that's so right, Director Chen said several times in a row: Why didn't I think about this?

At that time, most newspapers and periodicals will reprint this playlist, Jiang Shan pointed out: These are the best promotions for this playlist.

If anything wants to quickly become popular among the masses, it cannot do without the assistance of the media.

When the 15 songs are announced, everyone will find that most of these songs are interludes in movies and TV series.

This further proves the importance of publicity.

Today, the songs recorded by the China Singing Club are mainly operas, works of various orchestras, and repertoire of some famous singers.

Not to mention that the tunes of some songs are catchy, people nowadays would immediately choke them as soon as the first two lines come out.

It's really not as good as some of the episodes from the American Film Studio.

Director Chen nodded heavily, he believed what Jiang Shan said.

He didn't know how Zhu Fengbo's Rose Blooms Everywhere became so popular.

However, recent news reports about this tape are quite common.

It wasn't until he met Zhu Fengbo that he realized that Pacific had hired a professional promoter for him.

At that time, I will have to ask Reporter Jiang to help me put in a nice word, Director Chen said with a smile: Don't worry, when the record comes out, our factory will not miss a penny of the advertising fees.

You're being polite, Jiang Shan smiled: I believe these 15 songs don't need my help. Newspapers and periodicals across the country will help promote them.

Director Chen didn't think so: Cooperation is still necessary. After all, our factory cannot only produce one album. What happens next?

Where should I go to collect playlists next?

As far as the current market is concerned, there really aren’t many new songs.

The only song is Hometown Love. Even a powerful unit such as the radio station did not put this song on the ballot. You can imagine how repulsive the superiors are to this song.

There has been reform and opening up, Director Chen came here today with sincerity: It's time for our Chinese singing to change...

In fact, it is not just Zhongshang who is seeking change.

In 1976, at a folk song concert at Wanwan Tamkang University, student Li Shuangze angrily shouted at the stage:

We are Chinese, why do we always sing foreign songs?

After that, he smashed the Coca-Cola bottle in his hand and said, We want to sing our own song!

This fall directly triggered the Golden Rhythm Award Folk Song Competition.

Qi Yu, Tsai Qin, Qi Qin, Li Zongsheng... all familiar names have entered the stage of history.

Rolling Stone, a loss-making magazine that introduced Western rock music, just changed into a Rolling Stone record company at the beginning of this year.

Although the newly established record company is still very weak, its six founders cannot be underestimated.

In addition to the Duan brothers and Pan Yueyun who were originally members of Rolling Stone, there were also Wu Chuchu and Peng Guohua who later split off and established Flying Saucer Records.

By the end of this year, Luo Dayou, who really made the rolling stones roll, will also join them.

Compared to the Rolling Stones desire for talent, the middle vocals are not that bad.

For example, right now, no matter how Zhu Fengbo recommended Gu Jianfen's works, Director Chen still had a frown on his face.

Until he walked out of the Kai Commander cafe, his focus still only fell on Jiang Shan.

Journalist Jiang, Director Chen held Jiang Shan's hand tightly: You have to pay more attention to the backlog of records in our factory.

I'll think about it, Jiang Shan always smiled: But...how much is the backlog?

Well... Director Chen didn't know how to describe it for a moment: Let's do this. If I have time someday, I'll pick you up and take a look.

Haha, Jiang Shan was furious after hearing this: Let's talk about it later when we have time!

…

On the way back, Jiang Shan, who was pushing a bicycle, walked beside Gu Jianfen.

You must be disappointed, Zhu Fengbo really wanted to help: Oh!

I haven't sighed yet but you sighed first. Gu Jianfen had no hope at all: I didn't come to him for help, right Jiang Shan?

That's right, Jiang Shan responded crisply: Even if he wants to help, we are still not willing!

That's not true, Gu Jianfen always spoke cheerfully: If Zhongshang is willing to help me release a record, I will definitely dance with joy!

Don't worry, Teacher Gu, Jiang Shan had already thought of a good idea for her: In less than a month, the Zhongshang will come and beg you to record songs. Not to mention Zhongsang, the Pacific Ocean will probably be indispensable by then.

really?

Gu Jianfen and Zhu Fengbo looked at each other in surprise: Xiao Jiang, are you kidding me?

As he spoke, Jiang Shan had already mounted his bicycle: Just wait and see, Mr. Gu, please stay in Pujiang longer!

Facing the background of Jiangshan cycling, Gu Jianfen quickly shouted: With your words, I will definitely be in Pujiang.

…

In the staff canteen of the Bayi Film Studio, an indescribable smell was wafting everywhere.

Zhu Shimao, Zhu Shimao,

Suddenly, a young man in military uniform shouted into the dining hall: Who is Zhu Shimao?

I, Zhu Shimao, who was chewing a vegetable leaf in his mouth, quickly raised his hand: I am Zhu Shimao.

Hurry up and answer the phone, Pujiang long distance.

Hey, thank you, comrade!

Comrade Zhu Shimao, who was 1.8 meters tall, immediately ran out holding a rice bowl.

Hello, he knew without asking, is this Pess?

Lao Zhu,

How many times have I told you to call me Lao Mao!

No matter what you call it, it's not a good word, Chen Peisi muttered: Let me tell you something, I have decided to star in the film produced by our factory.

That playboy? Zhu Shimao reminded: Didn't you say that your father won't let you act?

My buddy Jiang Shan said it's no problem, Chen Peisi smiled and said, Brother, I'm determined this time. Not only do I have to act, but I also have to win an award.

Okay, Zhu Shimao scooped a spoonful of rice and put it in his mouth: I started squealing before the performance. Is this why you called back?

Isn't this a big deal?

My dear, no matter how old you are, you can't eat. Zhu Shimao was about to put down the phone when he suddenly thought of something else: I want to tell you something.

What?

Director Xie Jin from Pujiang Film Studio came to see me again.

Really? Chen Peisi felt envious when she heard this: You won't reject it again, right?

Otherwise, what should I do? I have already promised to work with you. Why do you think it was such an unlucky coincidence? Last year, I missed director Xie's Ah, Cradle in order to film Children of Xisha, and Xisha ended up dead...

Now you're done. You've definitely offended Director Xie.

Can't you just comfort me?

I'm going to eat. No matter how big the deal is, eating is more important.

With a clang, Chen Peisi hung up the phone first.

With a smile on his face, not to mention how happy he is: It's good to be handsome. Such a famous director is following me to ask for people, and he comes to ask for me every year.

What are you mumbling about?

Jiang Shan's voice came from the door.

Chen Peisi took a look and hurried over: I called a friend.

From Yanjing?

Well, Chen Peisi nodded: We just met each other not long ago, but we have a really good chat with me. I will have the opportunity to introduce you to each other someday.

Okay!

While they were talking, the two of them had already walked into the canteen of the translation factory.

Sitting at the same table were some of the voice actors from the Insidious radio drama.

Why are you here? Liu Xiaoqing had prepared everything for them: Hurry up and sit down and eat!

Jiang Shan was not polite, took the rice bowl and started eating.

You don't have to stop talking, just listen to what I have to say.

Jiang Shan talked while eating, and the others didn't stop talking either.

Judging from your voices, everyone can sing pretty well. Are you interested in singing a chorus?