There have been a series of earthquakes in the entertainment industry recently. The biggest change is that Universal Pictures, the world's largest film and television group, announced at the beginning of last month that its subsidiary Universal Music Group would merge with PolyGram, the world's largest record company, to form Universal Music Group.
PolyGram Records, in the late 1980s, could be said to be the largest record company in the world. It monopolized more than half of the global recording industry's resource base. Although it has gradually languished in recent years, a lean camel is better than a horse.
Big, no one dares to underestimate its status in the recording industry.
And Universal Music Group, which suddenly announced that it had acquired PolyGram, is now definitely considered a top record distribution group in the global entertainment industry.
So, what chemical reaction will occur when Universal Music calls its boss?
Li Qing frowned and took the phone from Fang Haotian, "Hello, I'm Li Qing."
"Mr. Li."
A laugh came from the receiver.
Although the other party spoke Mandarin, to Li Qing's ears, it had a strong Hong Kong flavor: "I'm Zhang Zitao, do you know me? I'm your fan."
Who is Zhang Zitao?
Li Qing raised his head and looked at Zhou Shu and others.
The sound from the receiver was loud enough, and the conference room became quiet because of the four words "Universal Records", which was enough for everyone to hear the voice on the phone.
In Li Qing's eyes, Zhou Shu looked surprised, while Liu Qin stood up in a flash. She quickly approached Li Qing, opened her eyes wide, and explained in a low voice: "Hong Kong SAR, President of Universal Records."
President of Universal Music Hong Kong?
After Li Qing thought for a while, he understood in his heart. He smiled and replied: "Of course I know that these three words Zhang Zitao are very familiar to me. Well, I don't know what you want to see me for?"
"Haha, Mr. Li speaks bluntly. I don't talk nonsense. Come to my company. If you are willing, I can support you to become a top singer in the world." Zhang Zitao's voice was full of confidence.
In Zhang Zitao's view, first of all, Universal Music is a gold-gilded business card. It is famous and powerful, and is one of the largest record companies in the world.
Secondly, Universal Music Group has just acquired PolyGram, which is the time to show off its grand plans and ambitions, and it is also a good time to establish a global first brother or sister.
As long as people in this circle are not stupid, they will definitely dig in if given the opportunity.
As for Li Qing's Hanhai Studio, in the eyes of giants like Universal Records, it is naturally an extremely small chain of interests. It is not worth mentioning at all. Compared with Universal Records, this studio can be thrown away at any time.
product.
The president of Universal Music Hong Kong personally invited him to abandon the cumbersome studio and come to Universal Music, which is in need of cultivating fresh blood and establishing a global leadership...
This is simply pie in the sky!
No one will say no.
However, Li Qing's answer still shocked the confident Zhang Zitao.
"I'm sorry, Mr. Zhang, I'm not considering joining any company yet," Li Qing said.
Just kidding, I just came out from the pack of wolves, how could I possibly fall into the tiger's mouth again?
I am developing well on my own, not to mention rich, and well-off, so why should I rely on others and be controlled by others?
Dude is not a masochist...
Li Qing sighed secretly in his heart.
After hearing Li Qing's reply, Zhang Zitao fell silent.
As the president of Universal Music Greater China, Zhang Zitao has been adhering to the policy of keeping a low profile since he took office. It is not that others are low-key, but because he feels that he has not found a good card to play.
Finally, after waiting for more than half a month, Zhang Zitao finally discovered a good talent in the Hong Kong music scene. Not only did he discover it, but all Hong Kong people discovered it.
Therefore, Zhang Zitao didn't hesitate at all, and immediately enthusiastically asked someone for Li Qing's contact information, and called him personally to invite him. However, he never thought that the other party had no intention of joining any party...
"Mr. Li, I think you may not know my identity yet..."
Zhang Zitao thought for a while and awkwardly introduced himself: "I am Universal Records eo Zhang Zitao."
"Yes, I know." Li Qing nodded.
Do you know?
You know you still reject me?
Zhang Zitao became even more embarrassed. He hesitated and said: "As long as you join me, I can give you the top artist contract without any restrictions. I guarantee that no less than one record will be released every year, and at least two 8,000 people will be arranged every year."
The above large-scale concerts..."
Zhang Zitao tirelessly talked about each treaty, leaving Li Qing helpless.
In fact, the conditions mentioned by Zhang Zitao are basically equivalent to a top-tier contract in the industry. Even if Bao Yunyun joins Universal Music Group now, she will only get this kind of treatment to survive.
However, Li Qing was bitten by a snake once and was afraid of well ropes for ten years.
In addition, the Hanhai Studio that I just founded is waiting for support, with dozens of people waiting for my salary.
Moreover, even if he agrees, Ye Zhun will not agree.
Nowadays, the music network has just started, the technology company established by Ye Zhun's team is being implemented, and the future has just begun to take shape. How could you choose to give up and join Universal Music at this time?
However, Zhang Zitao also had a stubborn personality, and no matter how much Li Qing tried to push him away, he had no intention of hanging up the phone.
Li Qing never expected that the dignified president of Universal Music Group Greater China would be so fussy once he identified something.
Listening to the other party's continuous description of the fruit blueprint sent to Li Qing by Universal Music, he even fell in love so deeply that Zhang Zitao even planned to fly to the capital in person and follow the example of the ancients to visit the thatched cottage three times with him. Li Qing suddenly felt ashamed.
For the first time, he discovered that he had such great potential!
Li Qing quickly stopped the other party. Suddenly, an idea flashed in his mind, and he blurted out one sentence: "Mr. Zhang... do you think this is okay?"
"you say."
Zhang Zitao's tongue was as bright as a lotus flower. He was speaking enthusiastically, but when he heard the loose tone in Li Qing's words, he immediately shut up.
"You know I am a singer, and any singer is extremely eager to release a record of his own..."
Before Li Qing finished speaking, Zhang Zitao immediately said: "Don't worry about this. I just said it. If you come to me, I guarantee that you will release no less than one album every year. If the sales volume reaches the expected level, you will be able to release more than one album every year."
Two per year is no problem.”
Li Qing shook his head. If this was just the case, after the "Music Star" competition ended, he could make a choice among several companies such as Warner, Starlight Entertainment, and COSCO. Why wait until now?
"Mr. Zhang, you need to make one thing clear."
Li Qing stood up, and under the gaze of Zhou Shu and others, he said calmly: "I will not join any company! If you clarify this topic, then we can continue to talk, otherwise, I'm sorry, we are all
Busy man."
Li Qing’s words are so arrogant and scary!
Who is on the opposite side? Universal Music Hong Kong! Even the top giants in the industry, even if they are on an expedition, have to give in before Universal.
Why are you so unscrupulous?
Zhou Shu and others laughed bitterly.
You have already made countless enemies in the mainland and it is difficult to move around. Once you say this, if the other party gets angry and gets suppressed by Universal Music, then you will not be able to survive in Hong Kong!
Zhang Zitao was silent for a long time and asked: "Say."
Li Qing took a deep breath and smiled: "I want to make a record. I wonder if your company is willing to cooperate with my studio?"
Zhang Zitao also laughed, without any emotion. His voice was a little high and he asked: "How to cooperate?"
"My studio is very weak and cannot withstand strong winds and waves. So Mr. Zhang, please forgive me if I have offended you before. As for how to cooperate, it is actually very simple. If you are willing, then I will produce the content for as many songs as you like.
Okay, you can choose whatever you want, and you will help distribute it, what do you think?" Li Qing said.
"What are the conditions?" Zhang Zitao asked.
Li Qing thought for a while and said: "Three-seven. You are seven, I am three!" (To be continued.)