Chapter 43 Zeng Yi: This money is getting harder and harder to earn.
The next day.
The two retreated from the hotel room and split up.
Luo Shiyao had to rush back to the capital for training.
Li Jinglin needs to go to Guangdong.
Talk to Zeng Yilinghua and Gao Hong, the head of their agency, about the song arrangement.
As time goes.
The income of songs in the Internet age is rising.
Therefore, there are quite a lot of tricks in terms of price and transaction form.
The contract is for two.
"So, let's talk about the contract first."
The four of them met and exchanged some pleasantries.
He opened his mouth to talk about business.
"If we follow the market revenue practice, audio production companies account for 44%, streaming service platforms account for 40%, creators account for 10%, and singers account for 6%."
"Mr. Li, if you can do all the composing, writing, arranging, mastering, and producing, then this 10% will be yours alone."
Li Jinglin nodded.
Listening quietly to what Gao Hong said.
That's how it is in the music industry.
A sound source production company is a company similar to XX Records, which is responsible for the distribution of music.
The streaming service platform is a variety of music app platforms.
The revenue from music production seems to be very large, but in fact it is just that. The cost of producing a song depends on the different teams, musicians, and even orchestras that are invited, as well as the various subsequent promotion resources. of expenses.
The proportion of the platform seems outrageous, but it is also necessary to pay for the overwhelming network publicity resources.
Moreover, it is all platforms added together.
If it is exclusive, the proportion of platform share will be smaller.
For example, not exclusive, but only looking for two platforms.
Maybe Goose Factory 20, Net Yiyun 20.
Exclusively, Goose Factory 30.
Everyone earns more, but what they pay is some traffic from other platforms.
"In this way, the platform will not be moved first, and there is no need to be exclusive. It is better to spread it on a large scale."
Li Jinglin pondered for a moment, then opened his mouth.
Appearing on programs and accepting commercial performances are still considered the big deal, traffic is actually very important.
"As for audio source production, your company does not need to worry about high production costs, it only needs to pay for promotion costs."
"My suggestion is"
He glanced at Zeng Yi and Linghua.
Li Jinglin's eyes twitched.
Two people still get half a point.
How about mentioning the singer's share, so that they will also love to sing, and they will be able to get higher royalties.
"The singer will take 8%, I will take 16%, and your company will take 36%."
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This ratio is outrageous.
This made Gao Hong look up in astonishment.
"Mr. Li, you are kidding me."
"Don't worry, Mr. Gao."
Li Jinglin smiled slightly, and spread out a piece of paper.
On paper are the lyrics.
Gao Hong took a look and seemed to understand what Li Jinglin wanted to say.
"Your company has always been known for promoting national culture, and has even been established as a [National Cultural Industry Demonstration Base]."
"I'm not greedy, it's because I can indeed bring something other than economic benefits to your company."
Look into Li Jinglin's eyes.
Gao Hong thought of Li Jinglin's identity.
Eyes flickering.
Gao Hong admitted that he was tempted.
But this bargaining chip can only make Gao Hong tempted.
If you really want to be sure, there is still some hesitation.
"Well, let me show you this again."
From the very beginning, Li Jinglin held the initiative in the negotiations.
Push the laptop in your hand over.
Gao Hong frowned and looked.
There is a whole row of files in the folder.
"This is some of my OTS business, and it contains my other ID."
According to what Li Jinglin said.
Click on the file and take a look at the name.
"LL is you?!"
Gao Hong was shocked when he saw this document.
The name LL is a newcomer who has only emerged in the foreign OST circle in the past two years.
Participated in many music productions.
Moreover, in his first try, he composed two of the most important tracks for a heavyweight game like "The Witcher 3".
Received unanimous praise.
Players, the public, may not care who wrote the BGM in a game.
But the circle will not know!
In fact, in the face of this sudden rise, and a group of newcomers with great commercial value, the OST circle attaches great importance to it.
Everyone wanted to know who this guy was.
Gao Hong never expected it.
He sat across from him.
Gao Hong felt like he was about to be convinced.
It's hard not to be moved.
Although the share has been reduced a lot, such songs can make up for traffic promotion from other places and bring some non-economic value.
Also, it is necessary to develop a good relationship with a new producer who is making a name for himself in the industry.
Think about it this way.
Just one song's share.
It's not that hard to accept either.
"Okay, let me add another condition that is beneficial to you."
Li Jinglin smiled slightly.
A series of three explosions, I am not afraid that you will disagree.
"I can pick one of your songs, reorganize it into a symphony for you free of charge, and invite the best orchestra to play it. If it goes well, I can also carry out additional cross-border cooperation, not to mention the top domestic orchestras, foreign ones , or some well-known musicians, it’s fine.”
"However, if there is an in-depth cooperation, it will be another price."
Wang fried.
As soon as this sentence is spoken.
All three of them were breathing rapidly.
A combination of classical music and the Legend of the Phoenix ?
In the minds of many people, one is the most obscure but high-end music, and the other is some "earth" music.
Will the two neutralize each other to produce some unique chemical reactions?
Will it make the texture of pop music thicker, bring a different experience, and get rid of the "soil"?Will it also make the symphony more down-to-earth, and become a symphony that everyone can understand and listen to?
That's right.
This is another collaborative effort where everyone gets what they want! !
Think of Li Jinglin's connections in classical music.
Gao Hong's heart was full of turmoil.
This is a master who can even invite Lang Lang to a variety show!
He and Zeng Yi Linghua looked at each other.
I noticed that the eyes of the two people opposite me were also shining with eagerness to try.
Immediately make a decision.
"Done!"
The two stood up and shook hands.
The next step is to draw up the contract and then sign it.
Li Jinglin was so happy.
Increase your own share, sell favors, and also engage in a true joint cross-border cooperation.
Inside and outside, it means you are making a lot of money!
Gao Hong hurriedly walked.
to run errands.
And Zeng Yi and Linghua can finally chat with Li Jinglin about music.
"Did you really add words to me?"
Zeng Yi still couldn't believe it.
When did I get this kind of treatment?
I am dreaming.
"Well, really."
Li Jinglin draws on the paper.
Circled a piece of words.
Then he looked up at Zeng Yi.
Zeng Yi stretched his neck to take a look.
Not much, just a few sentences, a few words.
But it looks like it’s a chorus.
What to say.
I’m not particularly disappointed, after all, I’m used to it, and this time I don’t have too many words.
But certainly not ecstasy.
"These are mine?"
But Li Jinglin's words made Zeng Yi wonder if he heard it wrong.
"No, it's from Linghua."
"The rest is all yours."
"Σ(`д'*ノ)?"
Zeng Yi’s pupils were shaken.
Happiness came too suddenly.
Totally can't believe it.
"Now, I have become the key to the Phoenix Legend!"
His hands were shaking slightly.
There are so many lyrics!many!
"It's all lyrics, why are they all lyrics!!"
"There are so many lyrics!"
Raising her head again, Zeng Yi was stunned.
The eyes that looked at Li Jinglin became hot.
Brothers!
You really understand me! !
Linghua stretched her head curiously.
He glanced at the circled part of himself.
Hmm, harmony.
Hmm, harmony.
Well, a chorus.
Well, it's harmony again.
Good guy!
Can I also experience the joy of Zeng Yi? !
Linghua suddenly became interested.
It feels quite fun.
"Haha! This time I will let you experience how it feels to let the person who sang a few lines share half of the money."
Linghua laughed heartily.
"Haha! What the hell, there are lyrics, lots of lyrics."
The corners of Li Jinglin's eyes twitched slightly.
This person's obsession with lyrics has become a bit crazy.
"Okay, I brought the demo. We can go directly to the recording studio and try it out first."
"Great, elbow! Quick elbow!!"
Zeng Yi stood up excitedly.
It's been a long time since I felt this way!
It's such an urgent expectation to record a song.
Come to the recording studio.
Turn on the device.
First, sing to the two of them as a demonstration.
Immediately, the two began to practice singing.
Li Jinglin and Linghua were outside the shed, and Zeng Yi came inside.
Close the soundproof door, put on the earphones, and hand another earphone to Linghua.
After making an OK sign.
Then he started playing music and asked Zeng Yi to listen to it several times to get a feel for it, and then he started practicing.
However, after practicing for a while, Li Jinglin frowned.
Zeng Yi's strength is actually much stronger than ordinary people imagined.
The bottom of the bass is extremely important.
However, perhaps because today's surprise is too big, I am excited.
This force is a bit too strong.
"No! Don't be so excited."
"It has to be a little bit stronger."
"Yes, it probably feels like this, but this time the articulation is a bit inaccurate, so I took a sip."
"Yeah, it's okay, but I think you can record better, do you want to try again?"
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Then there is the never-ending practice of frequency.
Zeng Yi started to feel numb.
How have you ever suffered this crime before?
I usually do it once or twice, it’s super simple, isn’t it?
"It's getting harder and harder to earn money."
However, it is always powerful.
Soon, Zeng Yi reached the most perfect degree of completion as envisioned by Li Jinglin.
"It seems that our singing speed can be very fast."
Li Jinglin was very happy.
Being able to record songs with capable singers is a pleasure.
The progress is very fast, and you can also enjoy the excellent enjoyment brought by a powerful singer.
time flies.
Just three days.
After signing the contract and taking effect, the production of the sound source has not yet started.
The three of Li Jinglin have almost polished the song to a very high level.
Recording is possible at any time.
When the pace of work slowed down, Li Jinglin fulfilled his promise and tried to work on the old songs of the two.
The increments are getting less and less, but after correcting some inappropriate places, there seems to be more retention.
Alas, this web article is getting increasingly difficult to write.
(End of this chapter)
