Shi Gang is in his thirties, but he looks older, like an old man in his forties, with an unkempt beard and an air of indescribable decadence.
But compared with many of his decadent peers who were also unshaven and unkempt, he looked quite different. His clothes and trousers were all starched and washed, there were absolutely no thick stains on the clothes, and the nails on his thick-boned hands were neatly trimmed.
Qi, with a pair of bright and lively eyes, there is no way anyone would mistake her for a homeless man on the street.
In response to the heckles and encouragement from his companions, Shi Gang frowned slightly at first, then smiled and said: "Don't say that, Lu Chen is a very capable singer, and he is much better than me in terms of talent."
No one expected that Brother Gangzi, who had always been quite arrogant in the industry, would have such high regard for Lu Chen. Those who had ridiculed Lu Chen just now couldn't help but shut their mouths and look embarrassed.
Shi Gang seemed not to notice, and continued: "Yesterday I had a long chat with Da Qin from the Wandering Band. Da Qin told me a lot about Lu Chen. It's lucky to have a figure like him in the pop music world."
Shi Gang has been in the industry for more than ten years, and has experienced prosperity and neglect, mainstream and non-mainstream, and low-level and high-level circles. He naturally has his own views on life.
He knows very well that in the domestic pop music scene, the non-mainstream circles are as complex as the mainstream circles, filled with all kinds of characters. Those frustrated singers often have prejudices and even jealousies against famous figures in the mainstream circles.
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And often it is these people who are actually very envious of the glory and honor of the mainstream circle.
In turn, the mainstream circle's rejection and contempt of the non-mainstream circle has always existed.
The original intention of the emergence of the 72h Grassland Music Festival was to break the gap between the two circles, allowing more outstanding talents at the bottom to stand out, and also to make the mainstream circle face up to their existence.
But it’s not easy!
Although many singers and bands have come to prominence through 72h and have been spotted by entertainment agents and signed to record albums, the situation in the non-mainstream circles has not changed, and the mutual barriers and discrimination have never been truly eliminated.
To be honest, Shi Gang, who now walks between the mainstream and non-mainstream circles, looks down on those so-called idol idols in the mainstream circles who have mediocre singing skills and rely entirely on their looks to be handsome and make a living.
But Lu Chen is definitely not this type.
When Da Qin from the Wandering Band was mentioned, everyone fell silent.
Whether they admit it or not, the current Hesitation Band is one of the most popular bands in the music world. Daqin's background has given him a high reputation in the non-mainstream circles. The song "In Spring" has moved many low-level singers.
, treating Qin Hanyang as a big brother-level figure.
Lu Chen happens to be the songwriter of "In Spring". His works also include such outstanding light rock songs as "Chasing Dreams", "The Past You" and "Flying Higher".
It's just because of his youth, handsomeness, TV series and romance with Filia Chen that people intentionally or unintentionally ignore his talent and strength in original music.
Wouldn't it look ignorant and ridiculous to despise and ridicule such a person?
Many people had a look of shame on their faces.
Shi Gang clapped his hands and said, "In fact, thinking about it on the other hand, we are lucky to be able to perform on the same stage as a singer like Lu Chen. I suggest that we all bring out our best abilities and not let others underestimate us!"
Now everyone's response became enthusiastic, and their morale was high again: "Yes, Brother Gangzi is right!"
"We can't let people look down on us!"
Shi Gang smiled and said nothing, thinking about the evening's performance.
He has never been a singer willing to be lonely. His ups and downs in life have made him appreciate opportunities more. Although Lu Chen is strong, it is not enough to make him lose the courage and confidence to sing.
Like Shi Gang, those capable singers are also gearing up and ready to compete.
Although their fame and popularity cannot be compared with popular fried chickens like Lu Chen, the 72h Grassland Music Festival is different from ordinary performances. The audience who come here have a high degree of recognition of non-mainstream circles and know how to appreciate rock music better.
Wait for the more niche types of music.
In the history of 72h, there have been many cases where famous singers were booed and disgraced. The live band accompaniment, unplugged features and authentic singing test the individual's ability.
Therefore, anyone here may be more popular than Lu Chen or other big-name singers!
At this moment, Lu Chen didn't know that there were so many singers waiting to compete with him. It took him more than half an hour to deal with the reporters and get to the backstage.
It's said to be the backstage, but it's actually a temporary tent that's as long as a vegetable greenhouse.
There were already many singers and bands in the tent, and Lu Chen saw several familiar faces.
"Brother Liao Jia!"
Among the singers invited to the 20th 72h Grassland Music Festival, the one with the highest status is definitely not Lu Chen.
But Liao Jia!
This disciple of Gao Yi, the lead singer and soul of the Black Crow Band, was once regarded as the last hope of national rock. Although he failed to save national rock, he still has a high influence in the music world.
For the 72h Grassland Music Festival, Liao Jia also has a very special identity, he is one of the founders!
Of course, Liao Jia is now only a special guest of the music festival, not a member of the organizing committee.
Lu Chen and Liao Jia met because of Filia Chen. The latter once pursued Filia Chen, but Filia Chen had no feelings for him, and in the end, her heart was stolen by Lu Chen, a young boy.
For this reason, Liao Jia specially asked Lu Chen to have a drink with him, and the two became sympathetic to each other and became friends.
Liao Jia has a bit of a short temper, good character, and better popularity and reputation in the circle.
So no matter how popular Lu Chen is now, he still has to greet him politely when he sees him.
"Your boy is here too!"
Seeing Lu Chen, Liao Jia's black and thin face showed a smile.
He stood up from his seat, reached out and patted Lu Chen's shoulder hard, and asked in a nonchalant way: "What time does your concert start?"
Lu Chen replied: "About half past eight."
Liao Jia smiled and said: "It's half past seven. I've wanted to compete with you for a long time. This opportunity just came!"
Lu Chen was ashamed: "Brother Liao Jia, can we stop joking?"
"Who are you kidding!"
Liao Jia stared and said, "If you lose to me, I will despise you!" ——
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