Chapter 286
Each of the sea-facing villas on Marbury Beach is unique.
Standing on the terrace on the west side of the rented villa, Fu Zhengyi, holding a telescope, followed the direction Sabel pointed, and soon found the mansion belonging to David Geffen, one of the founders of DreamWorks.
David Geffen is one of the most successful film, television, record and entertainment industry owners in the United States. The company he founded has or once owned many famous stars or works, such as the famous band "theeagles", "gunsamp;roses", John Lennon, the Broadway musical "Cats" and a large number of movies.
DreamWorks Studio was established last year. The founders were Stephen Spielberg, Jeffrey Carsonberg and David Giffin, but in fact there is a mysterious investor behind the scenes, named Paul Allen, who is the great man who founded Microsoft with Bill Gates!
But unfortunately, although DreamWorks has big-name directors like Stephen Spielberg, Jeffrey Carsonberg, a film producer who once served as the chairman of Walt Disney Studios, joins David Geffen, a big boss in the film, television, record and entertainment industry, and even Paul Allen, a wealthy rich man who made behind the scenes investment. However, due to Stephen Spielberg's persistence in art, DreamWorks Studio still develops slowly even though it made many classics. Even the three giants that founded the company were broken up, and the entire studio was sold to Viacom twelve years after its establishment.
After sorting out the memories of the previous life, Fu Zhengyi put down the telescope in his hand and sighed. "What a pity, Stephen Spielberg is too persistent, otherwise the development of DreamWorks should definitely be better..."
"What? Fu? What are you talking about?"
Turning his face, he saw that Sabel looked completely confused. Fu Zhengyi, who knew he was wrong, smiled and said, "Sabel, how many songs have Candice's album?"
"The title song "complicated" is very effective, so even if the single album sales are only on the rise, I want to get a whole album's tracks and at least three songs are missing. As a contract company, I think the first song provided by [Dream Media] is super-level, so a few days ago, I suggested that Candice contact [Dream Media] to see if the songwriter who wrote the song "complicated" can help her tailor it a few more songs..."
"A few more songs, and one song made her occupy the championship of "Billboard". If she had a few more songs, wouldn't she have to fly into the sky?"
Amused by Fu Zhengyi's joke, Sabel, who covered his mouth with his mouth, smiled. "[Dream Media] The company really found a treasure. Candice's musical talent is not good, but the song "Complicated" alone made her cross the hard work of other singers for several years. However, the first MV shooting was also very difficult. In my opinion, if this song was given to other female singers, it would definitely be able to perform better. In terms of commerciality, it would be far more cost-effective than letting a novice like Candice perform it!"
Speaking of this, seeing Fu Zhengyi frowned, Sabel explained with some hilariousness. "By the way, what he said just now is not mine, but David Geffen's evaluation! He felt that with the energy and time to package Candice, it would be better to hand over this song to a second-tier singer. I believe it is enough to make him jump into the ranks of first-tier singers. [dream Media] is too wasteful..."
Fu Zhengyi was a little surprised when he heard this. "David Geffen's evaluation? Hasn't he devoted all his energy to DreamWorks now? How could he evaluate Candice?"
"He lives here. When I talked about the rental with the owner here, he happened to come over. When he mentioned Candice, he highly praised the song "Complicated", but he was very dissatisfied with Candice's performance..."
I see.
Although David Geffen has a low opinion of Candice, since he can show his love for the song "Complicated", it means that his judgment is still sharp. Fu Zhengyi, who was moved in his heart, asked. "Sabel, David Geffen has made many singers famous. If he was invited to help Candice open up the market, how likely would you think it would be?"
"No? How could you think of letting David Geffen operate for Candice? The price is unimaginable! His energy is now on DreamWorks, and it is said that he also declares that every penny he earns from now on will be invested in charity, so simply for rewards [dream Media] cannot impress him!"
"Dreamworks has three partners. With Stephen's personality, it is almost impossible to make Dreamworks a top company. David Geffen will not always focus on Dreamworks, he shouldn't be idle!"
I never thought that Fu Zhengyi would comment on DreamWorks like this. Stephen and David Geffen, who were stunned for a long time, said incrediblely. "Oh my God! Fu! Are you kidding? David Geffen will never come out for a newcomer because of rewards. You are fantasizing!"
"A newcomer David Geffen is naturally not interested, but David Geffen has an unparalleled appreciation for music. If the songs tailor-made for Candice can make him interested, how likely do you think it is to let him help Candice operate?"
Realizing that Fu Zhengyi was not joking, Sabel, who thought about it for a while, still shook his head. "Fu, unless there is a song similar to "Complicated", there is no possibility of even seeing him..."
Fu Zhengyi has no doubt about this. David Geffen is the richest person in the entertainment industry in the world. If he comes to talk to him about remuneration, it will be a humiliation. So if he is not interested, no one can control his decision. It was because Sabel mentioned the idea that this person had come up with, so Fu Zhengyi no longer mentioned this matter, but asked about the specific arrangements that ICM had for Candice.
"ICM is more stable in doing things. Although the commissions collected are quite high, Candice's first song was added to "Billboard" and they immediately replaced Candice with a new agent and improved their security level. Even other aspects of cooperation are treated with second-tier singers. The later plan is currently scheduled for January. The key is that her first album has not reached the promotion stage, and many things cannot be discussed..."
Turning his eyes to the shooting scene of the swimming pool, Fu Zhengyi hesitated for a moment and then followed Sabel to listen to the songs that have been recorded so far.
Candice, who has a strong voice penetration, has not many picky singing aspects, but the few songs selected by Sabel are a bit worse than "Complicated". It seems that the entire album is only as outstanding as "Complicated", which makes people feel a little disappointed when it is amazing.
Seeing that Fu Zhengyi took off his headphones after hearing this, Sabel, who looked helpless, smiled bitterly. "Did you feel the difference?"
"Yes, except for the song "complicated", they can only be said to be ordinary, and they cannot be amazing and exciting. Although Candice's voice controls these songs well, there is still a big gap from the initial expectations. If the last few songs are still the same, her first album must be postponed, otherwise it will affect Candice's development!"
"The problem is that we can't collect the right songs at the moment, so we have to postpone the release time of her first album again. Although the market response is pretty good at the moment, it's impossible for me to always delay this. I have a headache..."
Seeing Sabel tempting around the bush, Fu Zhengyi smiled and ignored it. Instead, put on his headphones and listened to the songs sung by Candice again, and then he felt a little better.
Candice, who has not received performance training, is indeed a problem for shooting MVs.
Although she hired the DreamWorks shooting team, both directors and photographers, she seemed to be unable to get into the state. She passed early in the morning but failed to complete the morning shooting plan, which made the entire crew very angry and even had to postpone lunch time for more than half an hour.
Fu Zhengyi, who had finished the lunch box early, was about to go downstairs to take a look, but Candice, who was holding the lunch box, ran up from downstairs and pulled him into the study room. After closing the door, he felt bitter. "Boss! I was scolded so badly..."
"You have never received performance training and perform poorly. I think you should prefer natural style in future MV shooting. The special effects will be handed over to the filming team to handle it, so that every shot will make everyone suffer!"
Candice, who put the lunch box on the desk and threw herself into Fu Zhengyi's arms, smiled bitterly. "But the current MV shooting style is suggested by Sabel. Both the agent and my assistant thought her plan was more suitable..."
After raising her face slightly to make her face look at the sun, Fu Zhengyi discovered that the makeup artist made Candice's makeup in the mainstream pastoral style, which was contrary to Lavini in his memory!
He stood up and let the girl stand at the window. Fu Zhengyi, who had circled around her twice, called Sabel in and asked her to notify the makeup artist and costume artist immediately.
"The little black smoke can highlight her independence, freedom and courage. With bright lip colors and her clean cheeks, it can give people a vibrant feeling. Now put on her makeup! The costumer will find her a cowboy hat or a headscarf, which will make her show her neutral handsomeness. Try to create a popular retro style, and remember to find a golden belt and silver jewelry. I believe that in terms of dress alone, she should be able to lead the creation of an alternative style of future elements!"
After hearing Fu Zhengyi's request, not only the makeup artist and the costume artist were stunned, but even Sabel was stunned.
Chapter completed!