Chapter 960 960 Ziya Fishing

"Twenty million for three records..." Hugo said in a long voice, as if thinking about what the offer meant, "Henry didn't plan to agree?"

Joseph shook his head, "Why, are you excited?"

Hugo curled his lips, "As far as I'm concerned, this price is already very unbelievable." People are not enough to swallow an elephant, and when people face the temptation of interest. When confused, you will always want more, be greedy and desire. I want to control my own thoughts, but ignore how much I deserve. If you have 20 million, you will want 30 million or 40 million. If it is just an offer, then the higher the better, but Hugo knows how to be content.

20 million for three albums is actually quite good for Glory to Death. After all, they are only a band that has been established for more than a year. Even if they have achieved brilliant achievements now, if they are blinded by money, they will It's too soon to go downhill. So, Hugo is not greedy.

"However, I think you should ask Neil and Fookkin. After all, we are a band." Hugo himself didn't have much extravagance in terms of money, because he was still an actor, and he was in a movie called "Speed ​​of Life". Dividends were enough for him to splurge for a long time, but not the other four members of Glory to Death.

Not to mention what happened to Neil and Fokin, Alfonso gave up a stable job to join the band, and he must also want to succeed. As far as Hugo knew, Alfonso's family conditions were not very good, and he needed to support the whole family. Therefore, Hugo is not sure what other teammates will think. After rolling around in the entertainment industry for such a long time, Hugo will no longer habitually use his own subjective judgments. Normally, the higher the signing fee, the better.

Joseph knew Hugo's concerns, and he could only sigh lightly. In this colorful and flashy circle, it is not so easy to look down on fame and fortune. He has experienced it himself, so he also understands Hugo's current thoughts. .

"I discussed it with Henry, and I think the contract is actually controlled between 25 million and 30 million, three records, which are all reasonable." Joseph did not persuade Hugo, he knew that these things still had to be done. Let nature take its course, "However, in fact, the signing gold is not the most important thing. Henry doesn't want the things that happened before the release of 'Bathing in the Morning'. He wants to take the initiative in our hands. If he renews the contract with EMI, This kind of thing will only increase in the future, so we have to have more consideration."

Henry is indeed an unconventional manager. Other managers put their interests first, but he always sticks to his original agreement with the band: to ensure the greatest degree of freedom for the band, and try not to force the band to do what they don't like. thing. In the past six months, Henry has been very successful.

It can be said that at least half of the success of Glory to Death should be attributed to Henry. Imagine if Glory to the Dead entered a company, but the manager failed to protect the band and let the band be at the mercy of the company. Perhaps, Glory to the Dead would not wait for the glory of "bathing in the morning light".

And now, Henry is working hard for the freedom of the band, which is too rare.

At such moments, Hugo couldn't help but wonder how terrible Mariah Carey's betrayal was to Henry, so much so that it changed Henry's entire outlook on life and career. Hugo felt sorry for Maria because she missed an agent worthy of trust, and of course, he was also thankful, because without Maria's betrayal, Henry would not have been an agent to the death of glory.

"So, what Henry means is, to hang Roger's appetite first, and then fight for more initiative." Hugo said thoughtfully.

Joseph nodded, "Well, if Roger is smart enough, he should know that we don't want financial benefits, but musical initiative. He has been dealing with us for more than half a year, if this It doesn't matter if we change record labels."

Looking at Joseph's expression, he seemed confident, Hugo couldn't help but be a little surprised. He actually didn't know much about the current situation, because he didn't care too much. "Bathing in the Morning Light" has just been released, the third album, and the new contract. For Hugo, it's all very far away.

Joseph understood the surprise in Hugo's eyes, and he didn't hide it. He continued with a smile, "I'll give you a hint, David Geffen."

Hugo immediately understood.

When it comes to David Geffen, Geffen Records is a must-have piece, better known for his musical prowess than for his charisma in the film industry. Among the DreamWorks Big Three, Steven Spielberg represents movies, Jeffrey Katzenberg represents animation, and David Geffen represents music.

The Eagles, Guns and Roses, John Lennon, just these three names represent the peak influence of Geffen Records. In addition, should also add Nirvana, Aerosmith, Led Zeppelin, Elton - John (Elton. John).

It can be said that although Geffen Records is not one of the five major record companies, its influence cannot be ignored by anyone. David Geffen, who calls the wind and rain, Geffen record is the most important part.

Hugo thought this was very interesting. Before David took the initiative to show his affection to him, they all guessed that David was because of "visiting vampires at night" and because of DreamWorks, but after thinking about it carefully, there are far more people behind David. in this way.

If Glory to Death breaks down with EMI and signs a contract with Geffen Records, this is actually a good thing for Glory to Death. Leaving aside the personal friendship between Hugo and David, David was a very straightforward person in terms of music. John Lennon's last album "Double. Fantasy" was handed over to Geffen Records for distribution. , David readily reached an agreement without hearing the album at all, giving John full creative freedom.

Therefore, it is conceivable that the cooperation between Glory to Death and Geffen Records will also have good prospects. Perhaps thanks to Hugo and David's personal friendship, the resistance will be less than at EMI.

No wonder Joseph and Henry have no fear, and are completely seated on the Diaoyutai.

Thinking of this, Hugo couldn't help laughing, "So, does Roger know?"

Joseph pursed his lips, "I think it's very difficult for him to ignore this matter." After all, this is a small circle, "Actually, David didn't mention it specifically, but the relationship between David and you, in the It's no longer a secret in the circle, and being able to sit in Roger's position, they all have an account in their hearts, and they know better than the parties involved."

After Hugo relied on "Schindler's List" to break into the top power circles in Hollywood, the contacts extended from Steven and David are absolutely top-notch, and Hugo's two agents, Rick and Henry They are also the top group of people in the circle. So, now Hugo does have a big advantage.

Hugo nodded slightly, "Okay, I see." Although Hugo was not in a hurry at first, it seemed that he could relax more now.

Joseph still reminded, "This matter is estimated to be a matter of the past few weeks, and Roger will definitely be more anxious, so I think it is better for you and Neil to discuss it earlier, and each other has a charter in mind. "

Henry is the manager of Glory to Death, so he is thinking about the band; but Joseph is Hugo's manager-although he also handles the band's affairs, but more often he is thinking about Hugo, such as this moment. Joseph also knew that the renewal of the band's contract required the unanimous consent of the five members of the band, and many rock bands were dazed by the interests after they became famous, resulting in internal conflicts, and eventually broke up unhappily.

Guns and Roses' 1992 world tour, which was a commercial contract. As a result, there was a huge disagreement within the band, which eventually led to a gap in the band.

The success of Glory to Death came too quickly. Although the band has also experienced hardships together, it has been established for a short period of time, unlike other bands that climbed up from the bottom step by step. Friendship. The success of "Bathing the Morning Light" is too turbulent now, and it is indeed necessary to be cautious when considering new contracts at such a level.

Hugo didn't speak, but let out a long breath.

Hugo has confidence in the band, he believes that his band will not be divided because of the new contract, just like the collective decision not to attend the Grammy Awards, but... 20 million, 30 million a piece of paper The contract, even Hugo himself was too surprised to speak, and he couldn't blame the band members for their heartbeat after learning about the price. So, until we talk inside the band, everything is still unknown.

"Did Henry say when to talk to the band members?" Hugo looked at Joseph and asked.

Joseph shook his head. Hugo knew that Henry still wanted to hand over the initiative to him. If he procrastinated and did not act, then Henry would take the initiative to stand up. This is also like Henry's personality. It was originally a matter of sitting firmly on the Diaoyutai, so there is no need to worry.

Hugo nodded, and stopped talking. He turned his eyes to the script in his hand again, but his eyes were a little lost, and he didn't know what he was thinking in his mind.

When Joseph saw Hugo like this, he knew that Hugo needed time and space to think, so he did not disturb Hugo, but left lightly and walked towards the third floor, leaving Hugo with a quiet place. space.

When there is no success, everyone yearns for success; but after success, they also have different troubles. The rich have the troubles of the rich, and the poor have the troubles of the poor. This is life, and being in a different position will produce different results.

After an unknown amount of time, Charlize's whirring sound suddenly woke Hugo out of his thoughts, "Damn rain, what kind of weather is this, when I went out at night, there were still no clouds, why did it suddenly happen? It's raining, God, I hate rain."