That evening, Moonlight Boys fans were browsing the official forums as usual when they noticed something different about the main interface. Chatting fans also noticed a new scrolling message: "A new activity area has been opened."
Someone in the fan group immediately shared the news, calling out to everyone, "Everyone, hurry to the official website! Something big is happening!" Fans, upon hearing the news, immediately flocked to Yuexiang Entertainment's official website, finding the newly opened section and a pinned post mentioned by others.
After everyone saw the content and voting options clearly, all major fan groups and support clubs went into a frenzy of screen-swiping.
"Oh my god, what did I see?"
"I just said a while ago that I wanted to see more of their performances. Has Yuexiang's father arranged it?"
"Ahhhhh! The stage I've been drooling over in my dreams is actually coming."
"Not much more to say. I've already researched the voting method and spent all my money this month. I want to see my little one have a new stage!"
"Single ones are easy, but how do I choose between these two? I want both!"
All the fans were eager to get started, immediately studying the specific rules and getting ready. They were determined to help their favorite members get the best performance opportunities!
In a pinned post about the exclusive stage, Yuexiang Entertainment explained the specific rules in detail: "The newly opened stage voting is a new initiative based on fan suggestions and wishes. It aims to meet more fan demand for group member performances and create more stage possibilities."
The custom stage will be divided into two phases: the first phase involves online recording of the stage video, and the second phase involves the offline performance. Currently, the first phase of this new project is being launched as a trial. Fan voting will determine whether to proceed to the second phase and whether this program will be a permanent fixture.
Because it is still in the experimental stage, the number of stages open is currently limited.
In the first stage, fans vote for their favorite members, and the funds collected from the stage will be used for the members' stage expenses. For each vote, Yuexiang Entertainment will donate 1% of the income in the name of the member for charity.
There are two ways to obtain sponsorship tickets for stage voting: one ticket per person for each member by signing in on the official website every day, and a direct top-up to obtain the corresponding number of sponsorship tickets.
Fans are welcome to contribute according to their means. Even if the final amount of money selected is not enough to cover the stage expenses, the remaining amount will be made up by the company and the first stage will be presented to fans as scheduled.
The final stage video will be publicly presented, and all members who participated in the voting can also watch the group members' practice and shooting highlights, which are only visible to voting members.
Seeing this, the fans who had never seen such a customized stage operation in the world, although they guessed that the company’s sudden customized stage was probably not free and they had to pay for it, still inevitably fell into ecstasy!
Especially some fans who have followed other idol groups in the past are explaining in the group that apart from MVs and evening performances, there is no other performance from those groups in the past!
Which other entertainment company can come up with so many tricks like Yuexiang Entertainment Company!
A company that considers the needs of fans is a good company!
A company that can continuously produce new content is a great company!
What’s more, it’s a customized stage!
After fully understanding the voting mechanism, forums and fan groups responded with, "I'll pay, you'll provide the performance. We're fine with that!" Instead of complaining about Yuexiang Entertainment's money-making practices, they praised the company's innovative approach. Fans then quickly took a look at the first episode's stage customization options.
The first round of voting is divided into two rounds. The first round determines which members will be given the opportunity to perform on this stage and the ranking of their respective stage funding. The second round of voting, once the members have been confirmed, will select the repertoire and style for this stage based on the order of votes from the previous round.
In addition to these two fixed options, fans can also directly put forward suggestions for the stage and various elements they want to see. The company will consider the final effect and add it to the members' stage.
From a business perspective, this rule means that the more you vote, the better your favorite members will be able to perform on stage, and fans can directly choose popular and more expressive songs for them. Members ranked lower in the rankings will receive less stage funding, and fans will not have the opportunity to choose songs, only the remaining songs after the previous selections.
However, being able to participate in stage customization is already very satisfying for fans who have never seen this method before.
This time, the company has opened a total of five stage spots, including three solo stages and two double stages, and all members have a great chance of being selected.
If the fans of each member can unite and make strategic choices, there is a good chance that the less popular members will get a chance to perform. Moreover, among the current six-member group, the popularity gap is not particularly large, even among the less popular members.
Group fans also account for a large part of the six-member fans. The best result is: through fan consultation, all six members can have the opportunity to perform on stage. It depends on whether the fans can reach an agreement.
Even if everyone wants their favorite members to have more performance opportunities, the most popular members can get more stage opportunities, so that the less popular members will not be left out for too many episodes.
Fans with moderate financial resources or who don't want to spend too much money chasing stars can contribute their own strength by signing in for free tickets every day. Fans with strong financial resources who are willing to spend money chasing stars and want to see stage performances can directly top up their accounts to redeem sponsorship tickets and vote in support.
To fully stimulate fans' enthusiasm, Su Yin had the staff responsible for this plan add a special rule: the top three fans with the most votes for each stage will directly book tickets for the second round of live performances. If the event cannot be held, tickets for other group events of the company will be replaced.
After comprehensive considerations, the company ultimately settled on a somewhat complex voting method. While somewhat complex, it not only motivates the first wave of fans to log in and participate, but also motivates the next wave of fans to spend money. It also fully taps into fans' initiative and gives them a stronger sense of participation.
When the final voting plan was decided, Su Yin gave her subordinates a final summary and reminder before implementation: "Let me say one last word about this plan."
"For a fan-driven internal stage production like this, the core is the fans. We'll give them what they want to see! Even if they don't express it directly, we'll actively explore what they like!"
"Whether they're fans who rely solely on autographs or those who spend a fortune, we want them to feel that their presence and support are crucial to their idols! They are the biggest decision-makers in determining the members' opportunities and achievements!"
Su Yin looked specifically at the working group responsible for formulating the event's rules and following up on the voting process: "We must strike the right balance. We need to make money, but we also need to make fans willingly spend their money, feeling it's worth it, and more than worth it!"
"What we need to do is not just to make money this time, but to ensure that this self-produced stage mechanism can develop healthily and long-term. Money is important, but the love of fans, the growth of members' own abilities, and the good reputation of the company are the foundation of our existence."
Everyone in the working group nodded in response. This preparatory meeting gave everyone a clear direction and the confidence to formally implement the plan.
Many of those present were older than Su Yin and had been in the industry far longer, but time and again, she had proven herself to be the company's unwavering core and strongest force. Each success inspired everyone to follow her lead, even when it came to innovative initiatives never before attempted in the industry. They were filled with confidence and a sense of purpose.
When the new currency system was officially launched on the company's official website and the stage voting was announced, cheers and applause erupted throughout the company as the backstage display showed the ever-increasing number of visitors logging into the official website and the rapidly increasing number of deposits and orders.
Amidst the cheers and applause, Su Yin was naturally delighted. However, looking at the dozens of heads crowding behind her, she felt even more heavy in her heart.
The company is developing better and better, and more and more people are following her.
In fact, she didn't know if every step she took was absolutely correct. Even if some experience could be learned from the previous world, success in the previous world didn't mean that the experience would be equally effective in a different environment, with a different protagonist, a different event, or a different group of fans.
At this time, Su Yin no longer had to feel burdened by the 3 million yuan she borrowed from her original self, Su Yin. She had already deposited the excess amount into her original self's bank card.
No longer burdened with a three million yuan debt, Su Yin now has more to bear, a heavier burden. She is no longer burdened with just her own dreams, but also the dreams and resources of the young people, the dreams and lives of countless people in the company, and the love and expectations of countless fans.
Looking at the trust and eager eyes everyone cast on her, Su Yin took a deep breath and smiled widely again.
All obstacles and stumbling blocks are actually an inspiration and a warning, reminding her not to let her guard down!
She cannot stop for a moment and keeps moving forward towards her ideal idol kingdom, constantly opening up new territories!
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In the blink of an eye, the fan voting has come to an end. The members were assigned corresponding stage tasks by the fans and began their intense and busy training.
In the first voting for the self-produced stage video, fans voted in over 20 million yuan, far exceeding everyone's expectations. Not only was it more than enough to produce and record the stage video, but it also solved everyone's concerns about the need to pay for venue rental and stage preparation in advance for the second stage performance.
Ever since the voting pool was finalized, Su Yin had noticed her younger colleagues looking at her with even more intensity as she walked around the company. She felt a certain sense of unease. In her previous life, when she wanted to be an idol, she hadn't received such admiring, adoring looks from her fans. But now that she'd stepped back and become a mentor to idols, she'd gotten a lot more.
With this inflow of funds, the company no longer has to worry about funding the upcoming stage production, and is now even more focused. We must create a stage that will satisfy our fans! We must ensure this stage system remains sustainable for a long time!
This time on your own stage, there will definitely be no more messy things. You have the final say and don’t have to worry about other people’s feelings.
During this period, half of the company's work focus was almost entirely on the construction of these stages.
Amidst the anxious anticipation, the group members received the final voting results. Whether they'd gotten the chance on their first try or those who unfortunately didn't, they all poured themselves into training, spending every night in the practice room until forced back to the dorms. Weekends, in addition to their normal routine, were spent practicing for over ten hours a day, creating a competitive atmosphere among the group members that hadn't been felt in a long time.
No one wants to be at a disadvantage in their first solo/duo stage performance, and no one wants to be eliminated again next time!
It took a full month and a half for the first three solo stages to be polished, and the two double stages were put on hold for a week before being officially unveiled, which also whetted the appetite of fans.
The five stages covered a variety of styles, including lyrical, cute, pop, and energetic dance. After the stage videos were completed, Su Yin and other senior executives routinely screened them in the company to determine if any adjustments were needed.
The members who got three solo stage opportunities were Fan Yao, Wang Jiazhen and Yin Haoran.
In the screening room, the company's senior executives all sat together and first watched the stage video of Fan Yao, who won the first place in the vote.
The song fans chose for him was a hit three years ago by a well-known Chinese pop singer. With its powerful rhythm and infectious melody, it was a huge hit back in the day. The song itself lends itself to extensive dance moves, perfectly showcasing Fan Yao's dancing prowess and sense of rhythm.
The sound of bass and intense drums instantly rang out. Multiple blue beams of light were projected from behind the pitch-black stage, and the background lighting began to shift patterns, creating a hazy and dynamic atmosphere. Five dark figures appeared in the center of the stage, and the lights officially came on. Fan Yao stood in the center, wearing a black denim jacket with riveted rivets.
The more mature makeup, which is completely different from his usual daily practice, fully demonstrates the wild side of his personality and also indicates the style of this performance.
With four dancers centered around him, the coordinated group dance, with Fan Yao's first shout, immediately captured everyone's attention. A captivating blue light intertwined, and the backdrop displayed images of a city at night, high-rise buildings and people passing by. A bright moon hung high above the stage. A song about exploring one's original aspirations and dreams amidst confusion, pain, and struggle is inherently powerful! It also showcased Fan Yao's previously unseen mature charm, almost masculine.
After watching the first video, everyone discussed their thoughts on the first video with each other for a while.
Before his debut, Fan Yao's dancing skills and strength were the best among the first eight trainees. After training and debuting as a group, he naturally became the group's main dancer.
However, considering the average skill level of the group as a whole and the level of several members who had no dance background before their debut, he rarely had the opportunity to fully demonstrate his dancing abilities. This time, Fan Yao's fans voted him directly to first place. He had been practicing like crazy for a month, and the final result was truly amazing, earning Su Yin's approval.
She had also visited Fan Yao's practice studio several times this month and could tell he had thoroughly digested and adjusted the questions he raised about his choreography and stage presence, showing significant progress. He had effectively leveraged his strengths and minimized his weaknesses, and his overall demeanor had changed significantly since he first began practicing this song a month and a half ago.
As expected, the stage is the most challenging place. Su Yin leaned back in her chair, her expression unchanged. In her heart, she gave Fan Yao an A rating. This stage was indeed worth the money the fans spent.
The second-place member is Wang Jiazhen, who actually has the largest fan base of all the members. Because he's the best looking, likable, and the lead singer, he naturally has the largest fan base and is the easiest to attract new fans. However, perhaps because he still maintains the image of a cute younger brother, while he has a large fan base, his fans aren't as die-hard and loyal as those of, say, Fan Yao or Shi Haoxuan.
Relying on a huge number of fans, he was closely competing with Fan Yao in the voting this time, and finally lost by a small margin, but he also won a spot for a solo stage and a spot for a duet stage.
Wang Jiazhen has always been better at singing than dancing. However, after more than a year of training, his dancing skills have improved rapidly and at least he is no longer so shy.
As the member with the strongest singing ability, the song chosen for him by fans this time is a classic lyrical song that can better demonstrate his singing ability.
The production costs of the two stages are actually not much different. Compared with Fan Yao's somewhat divisive stage, Wang Jiazhen's stage appears romantic, beautiful and dreamy, with a completely different style.
Su Yin didn't offer much advice on Wang Jiazhen's performance; the dancing wasn't extensive and the teacher's skills were sufficient. She only offered one suggestion during the final stages of finalizing the stage makeup and hair.
Wang Jiazhen was seen wearing a retro and luxurious white shirt with a dazzling crown on his head. His exquisite makeup made him look even more like an immortal prince who had fallen into the mortal world.
He stood quietly in the middle of the stage, humming a moving and beautiful melody, his voice soft and emotional.
Two professional classical dancers, one male and one female, specially hired by the company, performed a touching and lingering dance on the other side of the stage. His clear, melodious voice, still fresh in its melody, carried the androgynous quality of a teenager, drawing the audience completely into the song, and he perfectly nailed the high notes during the climax.
Originally, his biggest problem in singing this somewhat difficult lyrical song was mainly his breath, which was repaired in the post-production of the video. Even with the excellent performance of his predecessors, the final effect of this stage was still somewhat amazing.
A group of people carefully watched his makeup and stage performance, predicting that his look would win the love of countless fans and might even become a classic. They might also consider changing his look from a cute style to this beautiful, fairy-like style in the future.
Next up was Yin Haoran’s solo performance and two duet performances.
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