Chapter 612 Confident Lin Feng

After saying goodbye to everyone, Lin Feng rushed to the villa where Michael Jackson temporarily rented in Los Angeles. Since Michael Jackson underwent a humiliating physical examination at "Neverland Ranch", he never went there again. Therefore, during this period,

Michael Jackson lives in a villa in downtown Los Angeles, and communicates with Lin Feng and others through online video conferencing.

"Lin, I have asked someone to inquire about this Howard Stringer. He is a business giant and very skillful. I am afraid that the 50% of Sony copyrights in my hands will cause trouble for Avril Records." Michael Jackson had a headache.

explain.

During this period, Michael Jackson thought about many things and made him understand many things. I am afraid that his decision to join Avril Records this time was a very wrong decision.

Before breaking up with Sony Records, Michael Jackson also defended himself for decisively following the advice of his financial advisor (in 1986, he spent $47.5 million to buy ATV's song copyright catalog, including the copyrights to more than 250 Beatles songs.

, later merged with Sony Records, and both parties shared half of the profits equally) and were happy. After all, they could earn tens of millions of dollars every year from these copyrights. However, after they broke up, they realized that this 50% copyright was a hot potato.

Sony Records is the world's largest record company and owns countless song copyrights from superstars, from the Beatles, Elvis Presley, Madonna, Oasis, Bob Dylan to Mariah Kaye in the past decade.

Leigh, Celine Dion, Norah Jones, the song copyrights of these superstars are all in the hands of Sony Records, and half of them are in the hands of Michael Jackson.

Countless record companies covet this 50% copyright. This is not only the value of the copyright itself, but also the fact that whichever record company owns this 50% copyright can surpass Sony Records and become the largest record company in the world. This is very important to the world.

The other four major record companies (Universal Music Group, EMI Records, BMG Records

, Warner Records), has unparalleled temptation. What's more, Sony Records will not let Michael Jackson's 50% shares fall away. In this case, Michael Jackson joined Avril Records, and other companies

It will definitely cause trouble.

Especially now that he has introduced Mariah Carey and Beyoncé to Avril Records, and they have signed contracts. If you want to release the record smoothly, you naturally don't want the world's five major record companies to come and cause trouble. But with his existence, he has 50

The existence of Sony Records shares is a hidden danger. Perhaps those companies cannot deal with Lin Feng, who is now debt-free, but they can deal with Avril Records, Avril, and Mariah Carey.

, against Beyoncé.

Whether it's Avril, Mariah Carey, or Beyoncé, they are all his friends, and he can never watch his friends suffer for him.

"I think I'd better quit." Michael Jackson said helplessly.

Lin Feng frowned slightly.

"Michael, don't be so discouraged. Yes, these record companies are indeed very powerful, and they can cover the sky with one hand, but that was before, not now. Now is the Internet era, the 'Google' era, they may be able to control all awards,

But I can’t control the people’s hearts and I can’t control the fans’ love for you.” Lin Feng said confidently.

Before the Internet era, it was undoubtedly a dream for a singer or a new record company to gain a foothold or even challenge a strong record company. When promoting those "unruly" and disobedient singers or new record companies

, powerful old record companies can put pressure on radio and television stations not to play CDs of artists under Xinnen Records; they can put pressure on newspapers and magazines not to comment on Xinnen Records’ records.

It can prevent you from finding any information about your new record in any corner. Finally, it can control the record store so that it will not sell your record, leaving you with no way to sell it. Even if you are lucky enough to sell the record.

, many powerful record companies can also prevent you from being nominated for any major awards in the music industry every year.

In short, in the "old" era, the combination of established and powerful record companies was enough to crush all "rebellious forces". This is also the reason why artists in the past were called low-life. Because they were not free, they were famous in front of others, but sad in the back.

Especially female celebrities, no matter whether they are beautiful or not, they all have to look at the boss's eyes. Those with a better life will only accompany the boss to eat, drink with the boss, and go to bed with the boss. Those with a bad life will be a "high-end prostitute". She will accompany the boss now, maybe later.

If you can, go and accompany the producer, director, or other big-name male stars.

But after entering the Internet age, everything has changed.

Many record companies want to block Avril Records from advertising. Lin Feng can completely use the influence of "Google" to promote records. What's more, Lin Feng also owns the "fsn-houston" TV station and the "Houston Chronicle"

, these are all windows for Lam Feng’s promotion. As for sales, now with the support of “Wal-Mart”, Lin Feng is not afraid. What’s more, Lam Feng’s “Dingdang.com” has also entered the domestic market in the United States and can also provide online sales models. What’s more, entering

After the Internet era, record stores have become a sunset industry and will sooner or later be replaced by large retail centers like Wal-Mart and online sales.

As for the award evaluation, if you really make Lin Feng anxious and create your own award, wouldn't there be a "Grammy" award? The worst case is that Lin Feng creates his own "Lin Feng Award". As long as he can come to participate in the "Lin Feng Award"

Singers are all superstars, and if there are too many of them, they will be able to ban the Grammy Awards.

Everything is possible! - Lin Feng has always believed in this sentence.

Of course, the premise is that Avril Records can have enough outstanding superstars. After all, excellent singers are the most powerful weapon against these big-name companies. And if you want to attract more outstanding singers, Michael Jackson

Can't leave. His appeal is unparalleled.

"Michael, believe me, they won't be able to deal with me that easily." Lin Feng said confidently.

Michael Jackson nodded. As the "King of Pop", he naturally has the arrogance of the "King of Pop". He will never bow to these record companies unless he has to. Because there is something called - dignity.

Not long after, Howard Stringer arrived at Michael Jackson's villa.

"Michael, I'm sorry, I'm sorry that it took me so long to come visit you, and I hope you'll forgive me!" Howard Stringer apologized profusely as soon as he arrived, and kept boasting that Michael Jackson was definitely the best singer in the world today.

Lin Feng looked at it and thought to himself that it was awesome. In the past, Motorola always liked the feeling of being aloof. No matter when facing any celebrity, he always adopted a look-down attitude. Today, Howard Stringer is extremely approachable, so-called reaching out.

Don’t hit the smiling person. Awesome!

"Ha, this must be Mr. Lin. It's a pleasure to meet you. I have offended Mr. Motorola a lot before, and I hope you can forgive me! I would like to apologize to you and Avril on behalf of him and Sony Records." Howard.

- Stringer said with a deep bow.

Although he was complimented by others, Lin Feng felt shuddered in his heart. This person is too powerful and he is definitely a ruthless character. Instead of covering up any mistakes, he is extremely frank. This makes people unable to blame him at all. Moreover, he gives such a big courtesy when he enters the door. This time today

Negotiations will probably be extremely difficult.

After some pleasantries, Howard Stringer brought the topic to the point while chatting and laughing.

"Michael, on behalf of Sony Records, I sincerely invite you to return to Sony Records." Howard Stringer took out a thick stack of contracts from his briefcase and handed it to Michael Jackson, "In

In my opinion, you are still the well-deserved 'King of Pop', and you are still the most shining star in the world. Our company will tailor a series of plans around you to make you the well-deserved king of the world again."

Michael Jackson took the contract and looked at it, feeling horrified in his heart. The terms of this contract were rich ones that Michael Jackson had never had even in his heyday. Not only would he be able to invite the best songwriters to him,

, will spend a lot of money to promote it, and in terms of profit sharing, Michael Jackson will also have 50%. This contract is definitely unmatched by any other superstar.

Howard Stringer had been staring closely at Michael Jackson's face. When he saw bursts of light flashing across Michael Jackson's face, Howard Stringer knew that he was going against all the odds and giving Michael Jackson the best possible treatment in history.

The most generous contract for a famous singer has gradually touched Michael Jackson's broken heart.

In Howard Stringer's view, whether it is for Sony Records' status or for its economic profits, Michael Jackson must stay with Sony Records until the end of his life. Even if the "King of Pop" can no longer regain his former glory.

style, but as long as he still exists, Sony Records should give him a generous contract that no one else can achieve. This is very beneficial to Sony Records’ dominance, and also has an motivating effect on other singers. Especially Michael Jackson still has

There is Sony Records' destiny - 50% song copyright.

Thinking of this, Howard Stringer looked angry. That idiot Motorola actually thought of using strong methods to force Michael Jackson, and even wanted to use the US$270 million loan agreement to get Michael Jackson back.

50% of the copyright. Indeed, if it can be taken back, it will be as important to Sony Records as the acquisition of CBS (Columbia Records). This achievement is indeed very attractive. But Motorola does not look at Michael

-Who is Jackson? He is the "King of Pop". How can he be so easy to deal with?

In the end, a "Sony scandal" broke out, which not only caused him (referring to Motorola) to resign in despair, but also damaged the image of Sony Records. If he hadn't worked hard and implemented various tolerant policies, I'm afraid Sony Records would have been destroyed long ago.

It fell apart. After all, Sony Records was so mean to Michael Jackson, the "King of Pop," let alone other singers.

People's hearts are broken and it's hard to lead the team!

In particular, Motorola also provoked Lin Feng. Faced with this super young rich man who only had more than 40 billion US dollars in assets at the age of 22, Howard Stringer felt that it was already troublesome enough, but there was also a "Wal-Mart" behind him.

It's even more of a big trouble.

In short, in Howard Stringer's opinion, Motorola is a complete fool and idiot.

Therefore, before coming today, Howard Stringer formulated a strategy for himself - Huairou.

"Michael, you have been working with Sony Records for a long time. It's not just a day or two. Everyone has become accustomed to each other. I believe that the staff will be very happy when you come back. For example, your assistant Messer, your stylist Jack, etc.

, everyone misses you very much." Howard Stringer knew that Michael Jackson was a very nostalgic and emotional person, so he used these people to impress Michael Jackson.

Lin Feng listened on the sidelines and was secretly worried. This Howard Stringer's methods were too clever. He first used a generous contract to impress Michael Jackson, and then used friendship, and he never mentioned Sony Records' 50% from the beginning to the end.

Copyright matters. As long as Michael Jackson can return to Sony Records, this copyright crisis will naturally be solved. This person's methods are too powerful. But although Lin Feng is anxious, he cannot show it. Michael Jackson is an extremely independent person.

If you interrupt rashly, it will be counterproductive. You must not be the second Motorola.

Lin Feng controlled the anxiety in his heart, smiled and slowly drank his coffee, paying attention to the continued development of the gaffe.

While Howard Stringer was paying attention to Michael Jackson, he was also paying attention to Lin Feng. For this young man, after accepting the position of president of Sony Records, the first thing he studied was Lin Feng. This matter seems to be

Because of the grudge between Michael Jackson and Motorola, in the end Lin Feng only came forward to complain about his confidante Avril. However, after careful study by Howard Stringer, he discovered that Lin Feng's series

It seems that there was a plan in advance, and the methods were one after another, and finally a "Sony Gate" broke out.

First, it provided Michael Jackson with a contract worth 300 million US dollars to help him repay the loan and gain trust. Then he invited him to join Avril Records, which angered Motorola. Finally, he overtly showed weakness, but in fact he secretly seduce Chen Cang.

.First he sold his shares in "aquantive", then founded the now popular "youtube", also raised funds for "Google", acquired 2% of the shares of "Walmart", and became a director. These several IT events that originally seemed unrelated at the time

, now it seems that it was Lin Feng’s plan, and it was also the capital that finally gave Lin Feng the right to challenge the record company.

After studying Lin Feng, Howard Stringer could only secretly say to Lin Feng - Awesome!

The waves behind the Yangtze River push the waves ahead. It is no wonder that such a young man with such scheming and means can own more than 40 billion U.S. dollars in wealth at such a young age. It is indeed admirable.

When Michael Jackson was hesitant, Howard Stringer stopped urging and instead started chatting casually with Lin Feng.

"Mr. Lin, I heard that you also own 50% of Avril Records." Howard Stringer took a sip of coffee and said with a smile.

Lin Feng secretly shuddered, what he said was too clever. He was obviously asking, but secretly he was hinting to Michael Jackson who was standing aside. Everything Lin Feng did was for profit, and he joined Avril Records for Michael Jackson.

The benefits brought by the company.

Sure enough, Michael Jackson's brows moved slightly after hearing this. Although he didn't completely care about what Howard Stringer said, he was secretly concerned about it. After handling the "Sonygate" incident, Michael Jackson was deeply concerned.

I deeply realize that there are too many intrigues in the business world, which is far less pure than the music world.

Lin Feng secretly said something bad. Although Michael Jackson did not doubt his intentions, if he did not explain clearly at this time, it would be like a thorn in his heart. Once there is any misunderstanding in the future, this thorn will

It will quickly turn into a cactus full of thorns, which will make everyone feel uncomfortable.

But he was not that easy to deal with. Lin Feng snorted secretly in his heart.

"Haha, not bad. But when I invested in Avril Records, it was just so that Avril would not be exploited by other record companies!" Lin Feng smiled, glanced at Howard Stringer, who was frowning, and said with a smile.

, "Of course, I don't mean Sony Records, I mean other record companies. I only invested 5 million US dollars at the beginning. Unexpectedly, this girl Avril was too upright and insisted on giving me ordinary shares. In fact, she released records,
To be continued...