"&"Three records for 20 million......" Hugo read in a long voice, as if pondering what the offer meant, "Henry didn't plan to agree?" ”

Joseph shook his head, "What, you're excited?" ”

Hugo pouted, "Personally, this price is already incredible." "The human heart is not enough to swallow the elephant, when people face the temptation of profit. When confused, there will always be a desire to get more, being greedy and lustful. I want to control my thoughts, but I ignore how much I deserve. With 20 million, you will want 30 million, 40 million, if it is simply an offer, then naturally the higher the better, but Hugo knows how to be satisfied.

Two million on three records is actually good for glory to death, after all, they are just a band that has been around for more than a year, and even if they have achieved brilliant achievements now, it is only a matter of time before they go downhill if they are blinded by money. So, Hugo is not greedy.

"Still, I think we should ask Neil and Forkin, after all, we're a band." Hugo himself didn't have much of an extravagant expectation in terms of money, because he was still an actor, and the dividends of a "" were enough for him to squander for a long time, but the other four members of the glory to death were not.

Regardless of Neil and Fokine, Alfonso gave up his job to join the band, and he was bound to succeed. As far as Hugo knew, Alfonso's family was not very good, and he needed to support the whole family. Therefore, Hugo is not sure what other teammates will think, after rolling in the entertainment industry for so long, Hugo will no longer use his own subjective judgment by inertia. 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 felt that the contract was actually between 25 million and 30 million, three records, which was reasonable." Joseph didn't try to persuade Hugo, he knew that these things still had to go with the flow, "However, in fact, the signing fee is not, Henry doesn't want to have the things before the release of 'Bathing in the Morning Light' in the future, he wants to hold the initiative in our hands, if the contract with EMI Records is renewed, this kind of thing will only increase in the future, so we must have more considerations." ”

Henry is indeed an unconventional agent, and the other agents are all profit-oriented, but he has always stuck to his original agreement with the band: to ensure the maximum freedom of the band, and not to force the band to do what they don't like. In the past six months, Henry has been very successful.

It can be said that at least half of the credit for the success of glory to death goes to Henry. Imagine if Glory to Death entered a company, but the agent failed to protect the band and let the band be at the mercy of the company, perhaps, Glory to Death would have died before the glory of "bathing in the morning light".

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

Whenever such a moment occurs, Hugo can't help but wonder how terrible Mariah Carey's betrayal was for Henry in the first place, so much so that it changed Henry's entire outlook on life and career. Hugo felt sorry for Maria because she missed out on a worthy agent, and of course, he was also glad that without Maria's betrayal, Henry would not have been an agent of glory to death.

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

Joseph nodded, "Well, if Roger was smart enough, he should know that what we want is not monetary gain, but the initiative in music." He's been dealing with us for more than half a year, and if he can't see through that, it doesn't matter if we change labels. ”

Looking at Joseph's expression, 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" had just been released, and the third album and the new contract were very far away for Hugo.

Joseph read the surprise in Hugo's eyes, and did not hide it, and continued with a smile, "A hint for you, David Geffen." ”

Hugo immediately understood.

When it comes to David Geffen, Geffen records are a part that cannot be ignored, and his musical talent is better known than his appeal in the film industry. Among the DreamWorks Triumvirate, Steven Spielberg represents the film, Jeffrey Katzenberg represents the cartoon, and David Geffen represents the music.

The Eagles, Guns N' Roses, and John Lennon, just these three names represent the pinnacle of Geffen Records. To this should be added the Nirvana, Aerosmith, Led Zeppelin, Elton. John).

It can be said that although Geffen Records is not one of the five major record companies, its influence is something that no one can ignore. David Geffen, Geffen records are the most important component.

Hugo thought it was very interesting, before David took the initiative to show him overtures, they all guessed that David was because of the "night visit to the vampire", because of DreamWorks, but if you think about it, the connections that David represents behind him are far more than that.

If the talks between Glory to Death and EMI Records collapse and sign with Geffen Records, this is actually a good thing for Glory to Death. Hugo and David's personal friendship aside, David was originally a very cheerful person in terms of music, and John Lennon's last album "Double Fantasy" (double. Fantasy)" was handed over to Geffen Records, and David happily reached an agreement without even hearing the album, giving John complete creative freedom.

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

It's no wonder that Joseph and Henry have no fear, and they are completely sitting on the Diaoyutai platform.

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

Joseph pursed his lips, "I think it's going to be very difficult for him to ignore this. "After all, this is a small circle," in fact, David didn't specifically mention this matter, but the friendship between David and you is not a secret in the circle, and they can 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 connections extended from Steven and David were definitely top-notch, and Hugo's two agents, Rick and Henry, were also among the top people in the circle. So, now Hugo can indeed have a big advantage.

Hugo nodded slightly, "Okay, I see." "Although Hugo was not in a hurry in the first place, it seems that he can now relax more.

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 have a charter in each other's hearts." ”

Henry was the agent of glory to death, so he was thinking about the band; But Joseph is Hugo's manager - although he is also in charge of the band, more often than not, he thinks about Hugo, such as at 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 dazzled by interests after becoming famous, resulting in internal conflicts and finally breaking up.

Guns N' & Roses 1992 world tour, which was a commercial contract. As a result, there was a huge disagreement within the band, and in the end, it directly caused a gap in the band.

The success of glory to death came too quickly, although the band also experienced hardships together, but after all, the establishment time is too short, unlike other bands that climb up step by step from the bottom, there is a revolution. Friendship of life. The success of "Bathing in the Morning Light" is too turbulent now, and it is indeed necessary to be cautious when considering a new contract at such a juncture.

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

Hugo has faith in the band, and he believes that his band will not be divided over the new contract, just as he had decided not to attend the Grammys, but ...... A contract of 20 million or 30 million, even Hugo himself was speechless with surprise, and he couldn't blame the band members for being moved when they learned the price. So, until the band talks inside, it's still unknown.

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

Joseph shook his head. Hugo knew that Henry still wanted to give him the initiative, and if he dragged his feet and didn't act, then Henry would take the initiative to stand up. This is also like Henry's personality, which is originally a matter of sitting firmly in the Diaoyutai, so there is no need to worry.

Hugo nodded, and did not speak again, and returned his gaze to the script in his hand, but his eyes were a little distracted, 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 didn't bother Hugo, but left lightly and walked towards the third floor, leaving Hugo a quiet space.

When there is no success, everyone aspires to success; But after success, there are also 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.

I don't know how long it took, but suddenly Charlize's babbling voice woke Hugo from his thoughts, "Damn the rain, what kind of weather is this, there are still no clouds when I go out at night, why does it suddenly rain, God, I hate rain." ”.