Chapter 064 Invitation
After completing the composition of the title song "Eye Line", Lin Chiran and Qu Qinghuan took a short break and returned to the company to continue adjusting the other lyrics and music in the second single.
During this period, the members of Wax&Wane also delivered a good work and the arrangement of this part was preliminarily finalized.
Lin Chiran was still in charge of the lyrics, and perhaps he drew inspiration from the other members, and it was completed very smoothly. The two of them listened to the demo that had just been recorded and appreciated it very much.
"The performance is very good." Qu Qinghuan praised that the song is very memorable and the sparks created by the members' impromptu performance are indeed very suitable for this song depicting friendship.
At this point, the lyrics and music were all finalized, and the arrangement was completed on schedule thanks to the overtime work of Qu Qinghuan and other staff members of the production team.
As a musician, Qu Qinghuan has an absolutely keen sense and aesthetic sense. He is good at orchestration and the effects are wonderful. He knows how to use different timbres to maximize the unique charm of music. It is very beneficial to create with him.
It's just that this workaholic's desperate spirit makes people feel quite stressed. The arranger struggled to take out the eye drops he carried with him and silently said to himself that working with Qu Qinghuan was both heaven and hell.
Fortunately, the finished product is very satisfying and I can proudly say that I had a part in it.
The second single has the same name as the title song, named "目线". The entire album is based on emotion as the main concept, depicting the subtle differences in expression between the four emotions.
The title song "Eye Line" is a fourth emotion that goes beyond the ordinary definition. It is complex and ethereal, but hidden in every moment. The melody gives people an erratic feeling, and the lyrics are thought-provoking. It is a song that is very easy to immerse yourself in.
The clear plucking of the acoustic guitar and the hazy electronic sound effects set the hazy tone from the prelude. In section A, slightly hurried vocals and rhythmic drums enter at the same time, and the bass and bass drum are close yet distant, enriching the listening experience; in section B, the guitar tone and electronic sound effects sway left and right, as if covered by a layer of gauze.
When entering the chorus, there is a sudden short blank, and all other instruments are removed, leaving only a guitar overtone, condensing the emotion here.
The electric guitar suddenly introduces the chorus, and the complex sound effects seem to conceal and present the complex emotions that have been hidden beneath the surface. The phrase quickly fades away, and the interlude transitions to the main song again with transparent guitar overtones.
After another chorus, the emotions are no longer suppressed, and as the bridge gradually surfaces, after a short beep, the intense drum sounds and all the tones laid out in the early stages bring the music to its climax, as if trying to interpret the complex emotions contained therein.
After the emotions are vented, the outro returns to the simple sound of guitar strings, leaving only endless reverie.
The B-side song "Sick" is filled with morbid love under the crazy possessiveness. Standing in the hot and sticky summer, take a deep breath, the presence of oxygen is infinitely weakened, every bit of freedom is a reward, the word "repression" is implemented, bound by love but addicted to this prison.
The whole song is full of impact, with the deliberately sharp violin sound as the background, and the bass is very fancy, as if being in the abyss and eager to climb up. The top is covered with thorns, and the harpsichord with strange tunes blocks everything. I don't know whether the electric guitar is a desperate wail of being trapped, or a Stockholm syndrome-like enjoyment of sinking.
It is clearly a depiction of love, yet it is daunting; it is clearly a feeling of fear, yet one cannot help but be deeply immersed in it; the extreme and contradictory sensory consciousness is the "love" expressed in this song.
The B-side song "Miss" is a ruthless best friend. There is a needle hidden in the smile, but acupuncture can heal injuries. Just as good medicine tastes bitter, hidden beneath the tit-for-tat is unconditional tolerance that requires no reason. Maybe they like to pour cold water on others, but they also can't help but provide timely help, and that's what bad friends are like.
The sparks created by improvisation perfectly present the fun. Several tracks sometimes compete with each other, and sometimes make up for each other's small mistakes. The multiple changes of key make the music fresh and full of jumps. The contradiction and harmony are balanced, making it a song that is quite suitable for live performance.
The B-side song "Distance" depicts family love in a very essential way. Walking towards that figure, the distance that I was unaware of when I was just learning to speak; leaving the familiar homeland, the spatial distance of thousands of kilometers of flight mileage; I don’t know when I pressed the fast-forward button, the time distance of gray hair; I thought it was normal at the time, but now it is only a trace in my memory, a distance that I cannot reach.
While the music is moving, one cannot ignore the hidden sense of relief and sadness. A lot of piano tones are used to set the mood. It is like a narrative poem, depicting the changes in the understanding of family affection throughout a lifetime. It requires a high level of expressiveness from the singer and is very suitable for choir harmony.
After all four songs were confirmed, recording began step by step. First, musicians were invited to record instruments and produce accompaniment.
Wax&Wane's debut single was well received, so it would naturally be much easier for Qu Qinghuan to invite more musicians. However, for some reason, he still chose Meng Yu.
Lin Chiran once again participated in the entire production planning of the album. He was much more familiar with it, had a good control over the progress, and supervised the recording progress as scheduled.
"It's you again..." This time, Meng Yu walked into the recording studio with a head of blue hair and a guitar on his back.
When Lin Chiran saw him, he also greeted him and did not hold a grudge.
Meng Yu, however, felt a little awkward seeing how comfortable he was. He didn't know what to say, but he just thought of something else: "Is Jingxing still in your group?"
Lin Chiran heard him ask this and said helplessly: "Of course, what else?" He wouldn't still be planning on Jingxing...
Meng Yu laughed awkwardly twice, and then realized that his words were ambiguous: "I don't mean to poach anyone, I've already found a new keyboard player."
Qu Qinghuan, who was standing by, watched the sound engineer process the previously recorded material, then turned around and casually said, "He won't run away again this time?"
Meng Yu patted his chest with a confident expression: "Of course, this time I dug up a rich man who is dedicated to pursuing his dreams. Financially, there is absolutely no problem. His skills are also very good. It's simply perfect!"
Qu Qinghuan looked at him speechlessly, not wanting to say anything more: "Okay, hurry in, we're in a hurry."
Meng Yu entered the recording studio and started debugging the equipment. Qu Qinghuan turned off the microphone and said to Lin Chiran, "Avoid this guy if you see him next time."
Lin Chiran found it a little funny: "Didn't you say you found a keyboard player?"
Qu Qinghuan was silent for two seconds, and said half jokingly and half seriously: "Avoid the non-Africans."
The latest topic of gossip in the circle is that Meng Yu spent a whole year carefully planning a new album for the band, which was just released last week, and as expected, it flopped again. Not to mention how much money he can make, it’s even difficult to make back his investment. I don’t know how he can still smile.
Lin Chiran laughed: "The songs he writes are pretty good, right? Why is it always like this?" Ever since the friction with Meng Yu, Lin Chiran would pay attention to their band from time to time, and he found the songs he wrote to be quite to his liking.
Qu Qinghuan had an indescribable expression on his face: "So he is a non-African, maybe he doesn't have that fate..."
"Hey! Qu Qinghuan, what the hell are you talking about? I heard it all!" In the recording studio, Meng Yu stood up with a furious look on his face, holding his guitar.
Qu Qinghuan subconsciously glanced at the microphone switch: "Isn't it turned off..."
The sound engineer next to him was watching the fun and laughing for a long time before he realized that it was his side that had no problem. His expression froze immediately.
Qu Qinghuan smiled so much that it made people break out in cold sweats: "Why don't you start recording yet? Are you waiting for me?"
The sound engineer, with tears streaming down his face, began to work silently.
Meng Yu glared at Qu Qinghuan through the glass and continued to prepare for recording.
You asked him why he didn't just leave? Just kidding, of course money is important! How can a band be supported without money? Meng Yu endured hardships and humiliation just to dazzle everyone with his day off.
Yes, it's that simple. Hypnotizing himself like this, Meng Yu successfully completed the guitar recording.
After leaving the recording studio, I wanted to check the effect and leave immediately, but after holding it in for a long time, I couldn't help but say: "The new song is good."
Qu Qinghuan replied consciously: "Thank you for the compliment, I think it's very good too." As soon as he finished speaking, he felt another dagger flying at him.
"I'm not talking about you. Hey, your writing is pretty good, but that's not the point..." Meng Yu always spoke directly, but suddenly he stumbled, which made everyone uncomfortable.
Qu Qinghuan looked doubtful: "What do you want to say?" He felt something was wrong.
While waiting, Lin Chiran flipped through the information and confirmed the record copy information.
"Just...just that..." Meng Yu looked left and right, his eyes inadvertently fell on Lin Chiran, and he said very awkwardly: "The lyrics are well written..." His voice became smaller and smaller.
"Ah?" Qu Qinghuan looked at him in shock. When recording the debut single instrumental accompaniment, Meng Yu had a fight with Lin Chiran because he wanted to snatch a keyboardist. Why did he suddenly change his attitude now?
When Lin Chiran heard Meng Yu's words, he was a little surprised but replied seriously: "Thank you." Then he lowered his head to continue confirming the copy.
Meng Yu saw that he had a bland reaction and looked a little embarrassed, but he had made up his mind before coming here. He gritted his teeth and said, "Are you willing to accept the invitation to write lyrics?"
Qu Qinghuan was no longer shocked this time. He turned around and asked the sound engineer directly: "Who is this person? Didn't you meet Meng Yu today?"
In the recording studio, I kept silent and pretended I heard nothing, while in my heart I complained, "Please don't drag me into your battlefield again!" I'm just a worker!
Meng Yu closed his eyes, took a deep breath, and suppressed the desire to quarrel with Qu Qinghuan, thinking very unhappily.
Ever since Wax&Wane's debut single was released to great acclaim, Qu Qinghuan has become more and more as flamboyant as when they first met. He doesn't have the decadent look he had in the past two years, and there's always a fire in his eyes whenever he looks at anyone.
What is this, red energy nourishes people? ah? The corners of Meng Yu's mouth twitched.
Just as he was lost in thought, Lin Chiran closed the information at hand, put it aside, and suddenly asked, "Is this something you came up with?"
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