Late at night, a banquet held in a garden in Tokyo was just getting busy.
Among the attendees, there were TV producers, media people, and office managers. No matter who they were, they were considered respectable. But at tonight’s banquet, these people were all willing to be stars holding the moon.
No one else, because the central figure at tonight's banquet is none other than the overlord of the entertainment industry, Ikkio Suho.
He takes both black and white, stomping his feet and making half of the entertainment industry tremble. Such a big shot, just looking at his appearance, he is just an ordinary middle-aged man like a farmer.
Not only that, his attitude is kind and approachable, making it difficult for people to associate him with the ruthless image in the rumors. Of course, with Ikuo Shubo's current status, he no longer needs to put his evil face on the bright side.
Anyway, if you listen to him, you will be rewarded, and if you offend him, you will be severely punished. Everyone in the industry knows this.
While BURNING has a tough attitude towards the outside world, Zhou Fangyuxiong is very polite to practitioners in the television industry and media people. He entertains guests every now and then, and offers goodies from time to time. He must be as considerate as possible——
The premise is that after eating and drinking, you can be soft-handed, short-tongued, and be honest and obedient.
"Next April, our station's music programs will probably be adjusted." It was the producer of NTV who said this.
At the beginning, NTV's program "STAR! Birth" ushered in the era of idols in the Japanese music scene. After that, even after the show ended, the trend of idols still did not stop, and continued for several years. Until the past two years,
The fever clearly started to subside.
In the first half of this year, the band took turns to play against male and female idols, which brought this matter to the forefront.
Now, needless to say, it's the band's time.
Idols have lost their former value, so TV stations must consider adjusting their programs and appropriately reduce idol variety shows. The singing programs that originally mainly served idols must also make corresponding changes.
Compared with the fact that sales in the record market are not as good as before, the most fatal blow to idols is that even TV stations do not intend to continue to focus on idols.
Idols who pay attention to visual effects and need to constantly show off their faces in TV shows will have a harder time standing out and will be more likely to be forgotten by the audience if they lack exposure channels.
Once the TV stations tighten, the situation in the idol industry will become more severe. Not only that, the competition among idols will also become more intense.
"No matter how you look at it, this is the time when bands are in the limelight. Not only bands, but also capable singer-songwriters are also receiving public attention one after another."
The person who took over the words was a member of the media present, "To be honest, the rise of creative bands has made the audience pay attention to the songs themselves. Furthermore, they have also become interested in singer-songwriters who rarely appear in public.
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It is not difficult to imagine that when a creative band rises, the singers will also attract attention.
"Speaking of which, this band craze is also fueled by a talent show."
Hearing someone mention this, Ikuo Sufang let out a "huh", not happy. At the beginning of the year, this program was let go by the daughter of the producer Watanabe. After BURNING took over, it started out well, but in the second half of the year, the ratings dropped.
The popularity began to decline.
This speed is so fast that people can't expect it.
NTV's "STAR! Birth" aired for thirteen years before it came to an end.
Shufang Ikuo looked at the dignity of Watanabe Susumu and Watanabe Misa and his wife, so he couldn't openly embarrass Watanabe Mayumi. But she was very sensible and gave up the program she had just produced. Even Sufang Ikuo had nothing to say with such magnanimity.
However, when I took the golden egg over, I didn't expect it to unfold like this.
To be honest, idols and bands are two completely different things. "STAR! Birth" can continuously supply unique girls (and a small number of boys), train them, and arrange for their debut.
However, it is much more difficult to create a band that is acceptable. In other words, those who participate in the idol audition can be a blank sheet of paper, but those who participate in the band audition can still leave an impression, at least
It's a finished product, not even a semi-finished product.
From this point of view, it is not impossible to understand that "Band Paradise" will not last long. However, after Ikuo Subo came to his senses, he couldn't help but wonder in his heart, did Watanabe Manyumi, who produced this program, know that this program was made?
not long?
Or maybe there is a way to resolve the issue between her and the man behind her?
That man named Iwahashi Shinichi. Ikuo Shufang thought about this name thoughtfully.
This year, this name can be said to have stolen the limelight. Everyone in the industry is aware of it, and even the general public is paying more attention to him.
Ikuo Sufang believed that the situation in the industry was under control, but he did not expect that a force would arise so quickly. Before he could react - even singers from the BURNING group participated in the project he produced, and overnight
Within a short period of time, this person became the focus of the industry's attention. Not only did he gain fame and fortune, he was also recruited by the Recording Association, and he was recognized by the industry from an unknown small company.
Such a talent, even Ikuo Zhou Fang must praise him in his heart.
After praising him, he felt it was a pity...it was a pity that he couldn't use it. If Shinichi Iwahashi came to BURNING as his manager first, it would definitely be a sharp weapon that he could use.
However, Shinichi Iwahashi also established a production company when Watanabe Manyumi set up his own business. After that, the two of them have been working together. Outsiders can't help but think that maybe he got it as early as when he resigned and established a production company.
With help from Watanabe Productions.
Ikuo Suho himself is best at providing funds to big brokers from other firms, helping them establish their own businesses, and then expand their own power. Using his own way to judge others, I feel that Shinichi Iwahashi may not be a direct descendant of Watanabe Productions.
Not only that, Iwahashi Shinichi also has a close relationship with Watanabe Manyumi. The two are similar in age and act in tacit understanding. It would not be surprising for him to become the son-in-law of the Watanabe family one day.
Behind him stood the man made by Watanabe. Ikuo Shufang wanted to get close to Shinichi Iwahashi, but he couldn't make a move for a while.
Previously, thanks to the hot sales of the single that Fuji Ayako collaborated with the band, BURNING stepped forward to thank him. He originally wanted to take this opportunity to establish a connection with Shinichi Iwahashi. To this end, Shufang Ikuo even specially sent a manager he valued.
As a result, the producer couldn't hold his temper, and he went back and forth with Masatoshi Sakai, Fujiaiko's producer, during the thank-you meeting, which made the atmosphere weird. The manager of the office also found it difficult to talk nonsense, and in the end he couldn't stand it.
Of.
... He is said to be a powerful producer, and is also called a "hero" by people outside. But in real life, he is still petty and can't hold his breath. Ikuo Suho thought of the impression of Shinichi Iwahashi conveyed by his manager, and felt funny in his heart.
I also think it is expected.
People who have accomplished a lot at a young age are the most likely to be conceited and the easiest to fall into trouble because of their conceitedness.
But for Ikuo Shubo, knowing Iwahashi Shinichi's weaknesses made him feel more at ease.
Ikuo Suo had long planned to reach out to the record industry, but with his current position in the entertainment industry, he was too lazy to start from scratch. The ideal thing would be to join a small record company with some promise.
Shinichi Iwahashi's GENZO is produced by Watanabe and Takeda Printing Company, so it's hard to reach out.
Even if Ikuo Subo had the intention to get involved, a small figure like Iwahashi Shinichi, who started from scratch and had no background, could still use both soft and hard tactics to get him to agree. However, Watanabe Productions and Takeda Printing Company are both targets that even if they try their best to make friends, it may not work.
However, just because it is difficult to reach out does not necessarily mean that you cannot reach out.
Iwahashi Shinichi has no background and a small-minded weakness, so there may not be an opportunity for him to take advantage of it. Shufang Ikuo is determined to reach out to GENZO, so he will not ruin the relationship with Watanabe Productions, not for the time being.
Make a trap for Watanabe Wanyumi.
Last time, when it came to Band Heaven, Ikuo Suho directly picked the fruit. Now that the fruit was gone, he had no other choice. This time, what he wanted to do was to participate.
Although GENZO joined the Recording Association, they relied on the reputation of Shinichi Iwahashi. One of the two bands launched by the company is already somewhat famous, and the other has just participated in this project, and we don’t know what will happen next.
Coupled with the newly signed, sensational THE BLUE HEARTS, we have a lot of good-looking cards.
Talents are there, but opportunities are lacking. In Zhou Fangyuxiong's view, if BURNING's strength in the industry is there to help, this fruit tree will surely grow into a towering tree.
But conversely...
If GENZO is really monolithic and BURNING can't reach in, both sides will be the biggest enemies.
BURNING's status in the entertainment industry has been unshakable, but the record industry is not an industry that has closed its doors. On the contrary, it has many opportunities. Because of this, Shinichi Iwahashi had the opportunity to join.
There is more than one "Shinichi Iwahashi" figure in the industry. Maybe those people don't have Shinichi Iwahashi's talents, but if they have what Shinichi Iwahashi doesn't have and the help from BURNING, they may not be able to kill GENZO.
Zhou Fangyuxiong prepared with both hands.
Don't take your eyes off GENZO, but also pay attention to other small companies in the industry, find those that can be cultivated, and support them.
When the time comes, he can put his hands into GENZO, and he won't mind eating more fruits from a peach tree. If his calculation fails, another cultivation company will be a sharp weapon against GENZO.
Ikuo Sufang was not only good at encouraging agents from other firms to become independent, but he was also good at poaching aces from other firms. At that time, Johnny's number one idol Hiromi Go was poached by him himself.
When Gogumi left, he also took several Jrs who were under training with him. That incident severely damaged Johnny's energy, and it took several years for him to recover.
I was able to do this when dealing with law firms. But when the day comes, I won't dare to do it when dealing with small record companies.
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After the banquet was over and the participants left, there were also good gifts. Managers from the BURNING headquarters helped see off the guests, and the bustling banquet hall gradually became calm.
After leaving only his real people behind, Ikuo Sufang continued to talk at night with his direct relatives from the office.
"The record industry next year will definitely be dominated by bands."
When people sit together, they say the same thing. It is better to say it is an obvious fact. The only suspense is how long this craze will last, whether it will be three to five years, or longer.
In addition, idol programs have been cut, so what will happen to the idols who have lost their exposure, how they will transform, and what the BURNING system can gain from this, all need to be planned in advance.
Zhou Fang Ikuo thought for a while and suddenly mentioned, "Let's set up a modeling agency again." He showed a slightly sarcastic smile, "There are always idols who can't be successful, so why not switch careers and become photo idols?"
Since we would rather make monthly payments than stay in the industry, BURNING must provide a platform for such idols. For famous idols, once they make monthly payments, their sales volume will not be much different.
While he was making up his mind like this, Ikuo Sufang was already thinking about who to send to manage the new firm. There was no need to go out of his way to poach other agents, just find someone from within the firm to do it.
In a few words, the matter was settled.
"Speaking of which, there is something about Iwahashi-san from GENZO." Manager Aoyama, who was sent by Ikuo Suho to get in touch with Shinichi Iwahashi that day, reported to Ikuo Suho.
After receiving permission, Aoyama said: "The Takeda Printing Company behind GENZO is also an investor in the Japanese animation production company. GENZO is responsible for the theme song and soundtrack of the comic "Chibi Maruko-chan" that will be animated in January next year."
Zhou Fangyuxiong continued to listen.
"However, the theme song of the comic was outsourced to a production company called BEING." Qingshan mentioned.
Zhou Fangyuxiong felt bored at first, "What then?"
Is this something worth mentioning?
"Actually, during the investigation, I felt that the production company called BEING is also quite powerful." Qingshan explained, "This company has been established for ten years. It used to be the outsourcing production company of CBS and Sony."
"Tube, this band was produced by BEING."
Aoyama continued, "Not only that, but just recently, there is a band called B'z. They released a mini album that has performed well in the charts recently and is also popular in Tokyo disco."
"The band B'z is also produced by BEING." Aoyama said, "In terms of experience in producing bands, the president of this production company is older than Iwahashi-san, and his achievements are not inferior to that of Iwahashi.
Bridge Sang.”
Moreover, there are many songwriters and musicians surrounding this production company. Since it is a band craze, does this experienced production company also have a chance to get a share of the pie?
Ikuo Suho's previous impatience disappeared. He listened carefully to Aoyama's introduction to the background of the production company called BEING. The more he listened, the clearer his impression became.
This production company is much weaker than Shinichi Iwahashi.
There is a producer named Nagato Daiyuki. As long as he can get this one producer, the entire production company will be at his fingertips.
That Shinichi Iwahashi also started a production company first and then opened a record company.
If Shinichi Iwahashi can do it, can Nagato Daiyuki do it?
I still don’t know who Nagato Daiyuki is, nor do I know the specific situation of BEING. However, the information reported by Aoyama, to the ears of Su Fang Ikuo, is just one sentence——
