Chapter 544: Staking the Race
Lin Youlun did not show any special interest in the record industry, so Peng Yuhua and Wu Chuchu had no choice but to chat with Lin Youlun casually without saying a word, and it was not until Zhang Xiaoyan's arrival that the situation improved.
As Wu Chuchu said, Lin Youlun's interest in investing in a TV station is far more than buying a record company, so as soon as Zhang Xiaoyan came, the two chatted eagerly.
Peng Yuhua made a helpless expression at Wu Chuchu on the side, he thought to himself that there was not much hope for the matter of UFO records, he could be said to be accompanying Zhang Xiaoyan, but Wu Chuchu really ran for nothing.
Wu Chuchu waved his hand and signaled that Peng Yuhua was out of the way, anyway, he didn't have much hope when he came this time, he should have come to make a familiar face in front of Lin Youlun, and maybe there would be requests from the other party in the future.
"The main work of the TV station is divided into news, variety shows and TV dramas, and I don't have much interest in politics, so if Taiwan opens up radio and television photography in the future, I will consider investing in a purely entertainment TV station, focusing on variety shows and TV series." Lin Youlun held a coffee cup and talked eloquently in front of Zhang Xiaoyan.
Hong Kong's film and television industry itself is very developed, whether it is the actors in front of the stage or the directors and producers behind the scenes, they all grasp a lot, and Zhou You, who has just left here, is one of the most famous TV drama producers in Taiwan.
And the TV series that are popular in Hong Kong will not be too low in the ratings in Taiwan, and in terms of TV series, Lin Youlun has a lot of good cards in his hands.
Although TV ratings mainly rely on TV dramas, variety shows are also an indispensable existence, especially after removing the news. Variety shows are even more important. And this is precisely the shortcoming of Lin Youlun's hands.
Because of regional differences. Hong Kong's popular variety shows, Taiwan's response is very flat, only "The Voice", which has been born in recent years, is an exception.
TV dramas can find someone from Hong Kong to be responsible, but variety shows must be "down-to-earth", and Zhang Xiaoyan has hosted variety shows in Taiwan for so many years, whether it is her own ability or the network resources she masters, Lin Youlun values.
Lin Youlun explained his thoughts to Zhang Xiaoyan openly and honestly. Of course, this is only an intentional invitation, and Zhang Xiaoyan does not need to reply immediately.
"Mr. Lin's proposal, I will seriously consider it after I go back, if there is nothing wrong, we will not bother." Zhang Xiaoyan deliberately came in late, originally wanting to give Peng Yuhua and Wu Chuchu the opportunity to discuss the acquisition of UFO records with Lin Youlun, but when she came in, she saw that neither of them was very active, so she knew that the trial was unsuccessful. After chatting with Lin Youlun about the TV station, Zhang Xiaoyan was ready to get up and say goodbye.
Peng Yuhua and Wu Chuchu also stood up, and no one expected to shake hands at the end. Lin Youlun suddenly said a word to Wu Chuchu.
"I heard that UFO records are going to be sold, what is the maximum price now?"
Wu Chuchu stood there stunned. After shaking hands, they forgot to retract it, but Peng Yuhua reacted quickly and immediately took over and said: "Warner Records offered 100 million Taiwan dollars to buy 90% of the shares of UFO Records, and the remaining 10% was left to us as management shares." ”
Lin Youlun nodded, and then asked: "So the two of you have decided to transfer this part of the equity?" ”
Peng Yuhua and Wu Chuchu glanced at each other, Wu Chuchu didn't say anything, Peng Yuhua had to reply: "The current situation is that even if we don't want to sell, other shareholders will definitely sell ......"
"If I offer the same terms, can you two consider selling me UFO records?"
Peng Yuhua was overjoyed and was about to agree, but Wu Chuchu rushed in front of him and asked: "Warner Records' overseas publicity and distribution channels can make our UFO singers achieve further development, can Mr. Lin also guarantee these resources?" ”
Wu Chuchu asked this, originally wanting to bargain with Lin Youlun, but Lin Youlun shook his head and then there was no follow-up, which suddenly made him not know what to say.
Peng Yuhua was anxious, but he couldn't interject at this time, Wu Chuchu's position when he said this was for the sake of UFO records, and of course Peng Yuhua would not turn his elbow outward.
Lin Youlun's silent gaze seemed to be more powerful than saying tens of millions of words, and he finally spoke.
"With all due respect, does Mr. Wu really think that Warner's overseas channels can help UFO Records achieve better development?"
Wu Chuchu's mouth moved, and under Lin Youlun's gaze, he finally had nothing to say.
"Music without borders" has always been just a slogan, Chinese songs want to become popular in non-Chinese-speaking areas, it is more difficult than Hong Kong films to conquer Hollywood, the publicity and distribution channels in the hands of overseas record companies are just an unattainable existence for the singers of UFO Records, at most, after UFO Records is acquired by an international record giant such as Warner, the capital strength will increase compared with before, and the singers can enjoy higher treatment, and this, Lin Youlun can do the same after buying UFO records.
"In the next 5 years, I hope that more than 50% of Taiwan's famous singers will come from UFO Records, and if I can do this, I will consider giving another 10% of the equity as a reward for the two...... These are my conditions, and you two can consider it, and before I leave Taiwan, I hope to get a clear answer from you. ”
Peng Yuhua and Wu Chuchu glanced at each other, Lin Youlun's request seemed simple, but it was not so easy to do, and the most important thing was to have strong financial support.
Lin Youlun stared at Peng Yuhua and Wu Chuchu, his eyes calm and sharp.
"Money is not an issue, you two just need to tell me, can you do it?"
Lin Youlun bought UFO Records, the purpose is just to facilitate the "horse race" in the Chinese music scene, as long as the reputation of UFO Records does not fall, the difficulty of collecting future famous singers to its banner will be greatly reduced.
"If Mr. Lin can hand over "The Voice" to UFO Records to operate, we will dare to issue this military order!" Wu Chuchu put forward a condition.
"Yes." Lin Youlun's answer did not drag the slightest bit of mud and water.
Wu Chuchu nodded at Peng Yuhua, signaling that there was no problem on his side.
"The Voice has only been running for three seasons in Taiwan, so how will Mr. Lin run the competition after that?" Peng Wenhua thinks more long-term, and China Television has only bought the right to host "The Voice" for three years, but it is clear that "The Voice" will not stay in Taiwan forever.
"Fox TV in the United States bought the right to host "The Voice" for the next 2 years, and then the British independent TV station, they are also ready to buy the rights to host it for 2 years...... "Lin Youlun did not list them all, in fact, Japanese and South Korean TV stations also intend to hold this competition, so that after the round, it will be at least seven or eight years before "The Voice" returns to Hong Kong and Taiwan.
Peng Yuhua is not ambitious enough to reach out to the British and American music scene, he is actually thinking more about Hong Kong and Taiwan, Lin Youlun only gave them 5 years, and "The Voice" will continue to be held in Taiwan for two seasons in addition to this year, it can be predicted that this kind of talent show singing competition will inevitably become a trend in the Chinese music scene, and after "The Voice", another singing talent show will inevitably be needed to take over.
"You don't need to worry about this, I'll arrange it then." Lin Youlun had already thought of an alternative program to "The Voice" in his heart, but he was going to wait until the singing talent show was established in Taiwan in the future, so there was no detailed explanation at this time.
Peng Yuhua didn't expect this, but Zhang Xiaoyan had already noticed it, and she secretly pulled Peng Yuhua's clothes, signaling him not to hesitate anymore.
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Mr. Lin spent three days in Taiwan before boarding a plane to South Korea with Mr. Chow.
"Did you really buy UFO records?" Zhou Comemin's crystal-like eyes reflected a curious light.
Lin Youlun took out a contract from Suisheng's suitcase, put it in front of Zhou Yimin, and then took out a pen and said: "Sign it, and 30% of the shares of UFO Records will be directly transferred to your name." ”
When Lin Youlun took out the document, Zhou Comin didn't think much about it and was about to sign it, but when he heard Lin Youlun's explanation, he hesitated.
"Isn't that right?"
Lin Youlun stretched out his hand and gently scraped Zhou Yimin's nose, "It's a gift from me, don't refuse." ”
The light in Zhou Comin's eyes was changing, gentle and moving.
"Okay." Zhou Comin obediently picked up the pen, signed his name on the contract, and then handed the contract back to Lin Youlun.
"Don't you even look at it?"
Zhou Yimin playfully raised his head, looked at Lin Youlun and asked, "Do you need it?" ”
Lin Youlun's heart warmed, shrugged his shoulders and smiled: "As long as you don't complain about me throwing everything about the record company to you in the future." ”
"You dare!" Zhou Yimin waved his pink fist.
Lin Youlun sat upright, "Okay, to be serious, in fact, I still want to sign your singer contract to UFO Records together, but this matter has to wait until your brokerage contract with Hong Kong ends...... In the future, the business of UFO Records will definitely expand to Hong Kong and even the mainland, so you will slowly learn to participate in the management of the company as a director, of course, there is no need to rush this matter, and when you feel tired of singing and want to do some behind-the-scenes work, you need to start thinking about these problems. ”
Lin Youlun transferred part of the equity of UFO Records to Zhou Yimin's name, which is not only a compensation for her emotional debt, but also a preparation for the future. In case she has a child in the future, it may no longer be suitable to continue to stay in front of the stage, let her slowly learn to manage a record company, so that she will be more comfortable in advance and retreat, she can retreat behind the scenes to be a virtuous helper, and stand in the front desk is still a singer with infinite scenery. (To be continued......)