Chapter 509: Staples Center
The three of HE SUN smiled mechanically, and under a flicker, they came to the end of the red carpet.
There, the host in charge of the outdoor interview has been waiting for a long time.
This year's Grammys do not have a fixed host, but invite major music superstars, famous movie stars, and popular artists to serve as temporary hosts when awarding each award to keep the awards ceremony running smoothly.
In order to increase the ratings, the organizers specially invited Whitney Houston, Justin Timberlake, U2, Nicole Kidman and his wife, movie stars Morgan Freeman and Gwyneth Paltrow and other big-name superstars to attend the awards ceremony, making this global event unprecedented star-studded.
And THE SUN, who participated in the award ceremony for the first time, was like three restrained young people who participated in the party, and among the many party veterans, it seemed so out of place.
Especially the faces of the three people, which are obviously very different from the Caucasian people around, attracted the attention of many musicians and movie stars present.
And the three of them were interviewed by the host...
"Oh, that's our friend from Asia, THE SUN!"
"Welcome to the Grammys!"
Outdoor hosts, are two anchors from CBS TV stations.
A MAN AND A WOMAN, DRESSED IN A CEREMONIAL DRESS, SHOW THE WARMTH OF THE AMERICAN PEOPLE TO THE SUN TRIO.
"Is it the first time you've come to Los Angeles?" the blonde anchor handed the microphone in her hand... In front of Kiyoshi Sakamoto.
The female anchor seems to have received the news early and knows that among the three SUN people, only Kiyoshi Sakamoto is in English and can communicate very proficiently.
THINKING ABOUT IT, AS A SHAREHOLDER OF SONY, AND ALSO ONE OF THE SHAREHOLDERS OF SONY RECORDS, SONY WILL DEFINITELY VENTILATE WITH THE ORGANIZERS IN ADVANCE AND LET THEM TAKE CARE OF THE SUN TRIO MORE OR LESS.
So, that's why, the two hosts are so enthusiastic.
After all, Sony, one of the world's four major records, is not a joke because of its influence in Europe and the United States.
In the face of the question, Sakamoto Kiyoshi did not have stage fright, but replied in a serious manner in his proficient American English.
"The second time, the last time we came to promote the single... ”
"Oh, what do you think of the city of Los Angeles?" The female anchor in high heels looked up at Kiyoshi Sakamoto, as if she wanted to extract some private goods from the mouth of this handsome Asian guy.
"Hmmm... Kiyoshi Sakamoto was not fooled, first pretending to be silent for a moment, and then flattering with a smile, "This is a very beautiful city, and the people here are very welcoming... ”
"Santa Monica Beach is a masterpiece of God, I've never seen a beach that feels so comfortable... ”
Oh, the American people must be glad to hear that. The male anchor on the side also interjected at the right time, "Thank you for your appreciation!"
"Hahaha... ”
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AFTER A BRIEF INTERVIEW WITH THE HOST, THE SUN TRIO WERE LED BY SECURITY GUARDS THROUGH THE RESPLENDENT WALKWAY AND INTO THE STAPLES CENTER.
As a common venue for NBA games, the Staples Center is unbelievably large, and even so, the stadium that can accommodate 20,000 people is densely packed.
The people sitting in the back are music lovers from all over the world, and in the middle are the guests who have been invited.
The three of Sakamoto Kiyoshi walked into the venue and saw a lot of greetings.
A group of musicians, movie stars, and celebrities are all saying "long time no see" and "nice to meet you" in their mouths, but the movements in their hands are not slow, hugging, shaking hands, and veneer salutes and various forms of etiquette have appeared in front of the three of them.
This made the three people from Japan, a more introverted country, a little dazzled.
Especially when Morgan Freeman is hugging and talking to Whitney Houston, Boss Jia is shaking hands with Adele, and Coldplay frontman Chris Martin is biting his ears with his wife Gwyneth Paltrow...
This scene is the "redneck trio" who made their debut on the Grammy stage, and it feels like all this is very unreal.
Just when the three of them were looking at everything in front of them blankly, Chris Martin, who was in the distance, saw the three of them Sakamoto Kiyoshi.
"Yo buddy, you're here?!"
As one of the protagonists who received as many as seven nominations tonight, the place where the Coldplay team is located is undoubtedly the most eye-catching in the entire venue.
And Chris Martin's greeting shifted the gaze that was originally around Coldplay to THE SUN, who had just entered the venue.
"Hey, Chris, long time no see!"
The appearance of acquaintances made the anxiety in Sakamoto Kiyoshi's heart weaken a little in an instant.
Reaching out and pulling the hem of his suit, with two teammates who were obviously tight, Sakamoto Kiyoshi smiled and walked to Chris Martin's position.
Although only a single was released in Europe and the United States, as a single sales volume of more than 7 million in just a few months after his debut, and the singer of the divine comedy "e Are Young", THE SUN naturally received wide attention from the European and American music circles.
What's more, after the announcement of this year's Grammy nominations, they have attracted even more attention.
Because, their rookie band, which only released a single, and it is also an Asian band, won as many as five nominations with that song!
This undoubtedly further promotes THE SUN, a band from Asia.
It can be said that the big hit of "e Are Young" made THE SUN appear in the eyes of the European and American music scenes, and the favor of the Grammys made the name THE SUN spread throughout the European and American music scenes.
Facing everyone's doubtful, curious, disdainful, and jealous eyes, Sakamoto Kiyoshi and the three came to Coldplay's side.
Coincidentally, THE SUN's seat is right next to Coldplay!
"Oh, it looks like tonight, my ass is going to keep getting out of my seat... Kiyoshi Sakamoto joked as he hugged the Coldplay guys, "After all, you have so many nominations... ”
This is a metaphor for their many gains tonight.
And Chris Martin also heard Sakamoto Kiyoshi's ridicule, and patted Sakamoto Kiyoshi on the shoulder with a smile, "Haha, then I will definitely keep hugging you!"
As the favorites for tonight's award, Coldplay and several Asian youths talked and laughed, which was seen by everyone around them and captured by the cameras on the scene.
Although not everyone present has heard of the name THE SUN, at least after the nomination list came out, they all noticed such a magical Asian band.
With just one big-selling single, it was shortlisted for five Grammy nominations!
This is not something that anyone can do ...
At the very least, at this moment, THE SUN has become the focus of everyone's attention in the Staples Center!