Chapter 61 Working with Polymetal
Having heard Yang Chen sing, he is still very confident in Yang Chen's album. The only thing that worries him is whether Yang Chen can compromise on the profit sharing.
If Yang Chen doesn't sign a contract with PolyGram, then it's a one-and-done deal between them, and PolyGram naturally can't provide channels for no reason.
Therefore, if they can't take advantage of the revenue sharing, they won't bother to work hard.
Now that Yang Chen has agreed to compromise on the revenue share, he doesn't mind hearing what else Yang Chen wants.
"I personally can make concessions on the revenue share. Similarly, I also hope that PolyGram can give my fans a step back on the album price.
I don’t want my income to decrease, and PolyGram to increase album prices aggressively, affecting album sales.”
After hearing Yang Chen's request, Shen Yun did not hesitate too much and said, "There is no problem with this. I can guarantee Mr. Yang that the album sales price of PolyGram will never be higher than that of any singer currently signed with PolyGram." album sales price."
The price of each singer's album is different, and some record companies will even increase the price after the album becomes popular in order to obtain higher profits.
Of course, record companies are not stupid. They will not increase the price of albums too much all at once, usually by only a few yuan, so that fans who like the singer will not stop buying them just because they cost a few yuan more.
Seeing what Shen Yun said, Yang Chen frowned, but finally nodded in compromise and continued, "The other thing is my song, the copyright must belong to me."
"This" related to copyright issues, Shen Yun hesitated.
Seeing Shen Yun's hesitation, Yang Chen couldn't help but add, "Of course, Polygram can be used here for free."
Upon hearing that PolyGram can be used for free, Shen Yun stopped thinking about it and responded readily, "No problem, I agree to all Mr. Yang's conditions on behalf of the company."
After saying that, Shen Yun couldn't help but said, "I don't know when Mr. Yang will have time. I have to go to the company to record the album."
Yang Chen thought for a while and said, "Just these few days, I have nothing to do here, I can go over and record at any time."
After saying that, Yang Chen took a bite and asked casually, "By the way, I also have a piano album. I wonder if PolyGram is interested in selling it on my behalf?"
"Press?" Hearing this, Shen Yun's eyes couldn't help but light up, but he didn't expect such an unexpected surprise.
As for why he came to Yang Chen in a hurry, wasn't it because Yang Chen's piano performance was recognized by the senior management of PolyGram headquarters?
If it weren't for this, how could he, a music director, run all over the place for a singer who didn't want to sign a contract, and personally go to Yang Chen's door to make an appointment.
Therefore, when Yang Chen took the initiative to mention this matter, Shen Yun couldn't help but beam with joy, and said excitedly, "I'm interested, of course I'm interested. To tell you the truth, Mr. Yang, the piano music you played is not only played by me, but also by senior executives at the PolyGram headquarters." Heard.
If Mr. Yang is willing to let PolyGram sell and cooperate on your behalf, PolyGram will definitely satisfy you, Mr. Yang."
At this time, Shen Yun's address to Yang Chen also changed. The previous "you" became the respectful term "you".
Music does not separate families. Shen Yun can sit as the music director of Polygram Xiangjiang Branch, so he can naturally distinguish Yang Chen's accomplishments on the piano.
The reason why Shen Yun didn't show it before was just to negotiate better with Yang Chen.
Originally, he wanted to use the opportunity to establish a friendship with Yang Chen while recording the album before bringing it up again.
Now that the matter between the two parties has been settled, Yang Chen has the idea of handing over the piano music to PolyGram and selling it together. If Shen Yun continues to be secretive, then the benefits may be lost.
Shen Yun simply said, and Yang Chen didn't delay. He nodded and said, "In that case, let's make an appointment to release the two albums together."
Fearing that things would happen again, Shen Yun took advantage of the situation and suggested, "Mr. Yang, what do you think tomorrow? I can arrange an album recording for you right away."
Seeing Shen Yun's anxious look, Yang Chen didn't show any pretense and directly responded, "Okay, no problem."
Next, the two talked about the specific cooperation matters. Basically, Yang Chen accepted a meager share of one Hong Kong dollar for each album.
PolyGram was responsible for producing and selling Yang Chen's albums, and also promised that the price of each album would not exceed 20 Hong Kong dollars.
Of course, this is in Hong Kong. As for other places, it depends on where prices fall and rise.
The two sides cooperated, Yang Chen got his name, and Polygram got his money. Both sides complemented each other and benefited each other.
Although in one month, Yang Chen can completely buy a record company to release his album, but if he wants to compete with a multinational music company like PolyGram, which has sales points all over the world, not just any record company can do it. of.
Instead of spending a lot of money, time and energy to get a record company, it would be better to cooperate with a big company like PolyGram.
Anyway, the other party only sells albums on his behalf and has no control over other things. Why not do something like this that can make money and gain huge fame quickly?
As for PolyGram being able to make a lot of money from him, Yang Chen didn't pay too much attention to it. If he couldn't make the other party make money, why would he come looking for him eagerly?
Moreover, there is only one transaction, and if PolyGram made a profit this time, it does not mean that it can continue to make so much next time.
In the final analysis, the reason why Yang Chen gave in was because he was just a newcomer. Although he had become somewhat famous in the UK with his two piano pieces, his influence was not as great as people imagined.
The two piano pieces were only circulated among the upper class in a small area. The British public had never even heard of the piano pieces he played, let alone Yang Chen's name.
Otherwise, why haven't the newspapers and media in Xiangjiang reported on him or come to follow him up?
Under such circumstances, the fact that the music director Shen Yun was willing to come to see him in person was a sign of respect and respect for him.
Otherwise, how could Yang Chen get PolyGram to agree to produce and sell albums for him without spending a penny, and also promised him to give him a Hong Kong dollar share for every album sold.
You must know that PolyGram needs to take a lot of risks in doing this. How many companies do you think can do this for an unsigned singer?
Moreover, the conditions offered by PolyGram to Yang Chen are quite generous. Not to mention the newcomers, not many signed singers can enjoy such a share.
You have to be content as a person. Being too greedy is sometimes not a good thing.
Looking at Yang Chen's leaving figure, Shen Yun finally breathed a sigh of relief.
Shen Yun knew about Yang Chen's identity. After leaving the Xue family, he was followed by bodyguards. You can imagine how much the Xue family valued Yang Chen as their son-in-law.
Chapter completed!