The King of Crossover Entertainment.

Chapter 208 0208, Counterattack and Elimination

Tuesday is the recording time for the new episode of "I Am a Singer".

A variety show is not broadcast directly after it is recorded, because the shooting time is very long, which may be several hours or even more than ten hours, but the broadcast time is limited to about two hours, so post-processing is required, including subtitles, color grading, editing, dubbing, packaging, rendering, sound modulation, etc. The purpose of doing this is to make a variety show look better.

but……

There are some differences between the variety shows on Blue Planet and those on Earth.

On the blue planet, variety shows are basically completed within a week from recording, post-production to broadcasting; while on Earth, variety shows are mostly recorded this week and broadcast the next week, and some even require an entire season to be recorded before they are broadcast.

"This is my first time watching a variety show live. I'm a little excited."

"It's okay, but this is my first time too."

……

At the recording site of the fourth episode of "I Am a Singer", there were two more people who came in through the back door.

It was Yunfeng and Tang Yu.

Both of them had a work badge with the word "Assistant" written on it hanging around their necks, which was obtained by Chen Cheng.

The reasons for coming here are, firstly, to feel the atmosphere, and secondly, to cheer for Xiao Tianpeng and Xu Mengwei.

The three biggest highlights of "I Am a Singer" are competition, challenge and audience.

The most important thing in a singing program is the performance itself. Whether it is the accompaniment of the song or the control of the entire stage, it is the key to every singer and every performance.

In addition to the starting singers, we also need to create a sense of crisis for the show, so we need guest singers.

Next are the audience. The audience participating in the recording of the program are also very important roles. Although they are not the protagonists, their on-site status directly determines the quality of the on-site atmosphere.

In his previous life on Earth, Yunfeng watched the first and second seasons of "I Am a Singer" and kept hearing a rumor that some of the tears of the audience were bought by the program crew. Simply put, they were the "actors" and were not moved by the singing.

This is a great opportunity to verify for myself whether it is easier to be moved by listening and watching live than by seeing it on the screen.

"Tianpeng and Mengwei, you shouldn't be too nervous this time..." Tang Yu was a little worried.

Because she has experienced it, she knows that overcoming stage fright is not easy.

Furthermore, Xiao Tianpeng and Xu Mengwei ranked at the bottom in the previous competition, so the pressure in this competition is even greater.

"I just sent a WeChat message to Brother Chen, and he said they are in pretty good shape right now." Yunfeng thought, after two days of special training, if the situation like last time still occurs, there would be no hope.

"I heard from Meng Wei that they are singing the new song you wrote this time." Tang Yu tilted her head to look at Yun Feng and asked, "When did you write a new song again?"

Yunfeng thought for a moment and said, "It's quite early, when school starts."

In fact, Tang Yu was already used to Yun Feng's high productivity, and asked again: "Have you started writing the song you promised Sister Lin?"

Yunfeng said with a smile in his eyes: "It's in progress, how about... you write it?"

Tang Yu smiled apologetically and said frankly: "About this, I can't help you. I just don't have any inspiration."

She wanted to help Yunfeng share the burden, and she had tried, but she couldn't even write a whole song, let alone a single measure of melody.

Yunfeng just said this and said, "It's okay, I'll go collect some folk songs during the National Day holiday."

He also had no inspiration. The song he wanted to write for Lin Zixuan was a reward from the system.

……

It was 6:30 in the afternoon and the audience began to come in one after another.

After all the audience were seated, the on-site director came on stage to explain the program flow and precautions.

Everything is ready.

Colorful lights sparkled on the scene, and the first singer came on stage amid the anticipation of Yunfeng, Tang Yu, and the audience.

Yunfeng took a closer look and saw that it was He Qian. It seemed that she had bad luck in this episode as she had drawn the first contestant.

Tang Yu on the side clapped along with the audience, feeling a little excited. She wondered what song He Qian would sing in this episode and what style she would adapt it into.

He Qian has the most diverse style among the seven groups of singers. Every episode is different, so she is also the most anticipated.

The applause died down and the music started.

The melody played by the acoustic guitar is a bit sad...

Now one thing is certain, this song is not Yunfeng's song.

"The wind gradually blows, and the maple leaves step on the shadows of the seasons, watching the changes of the long and short years..."

He Qian took the soulful route today, abandoning her specialty of singing high notes and showing another extreme in her wide vocal range. Her voice became low and vicissitudes, flowing like a spring.

Yunfeng had never heard of this song, but the message on the prompt board said it was "You Under the Maple Tree".

Judging from the melody and accompaniment, it should be a folk song.

Slowly, the audience raised their hands and swayed to the rhythm as the music and singing progressed.

I have to say that He Qian's voice is very contagious and her emotional expression is very accurate.

Yunfeng no longer worries about whether the tears of the audience are acted out. On site, the visual, auditory and sensory experience are far superior to that in front of the screen. Moreover, in an environment with thousands of people gathered, it is very easy to be infected by the emotions of the people around you.

"The next singer to perform..." After He Qian finished singing, she took on the guest role of host and began to introduce the next competing singer and the song they would be singing.

When she walked down the stage from the side, she saw Yun Feng and Tang Yu and waved to them.

but……

The audience thought He Qian was greeting them and screamed.

“Goddess, goddess…”

"He Qian, I love you!"

“You are so beautiful today!”

“You guys under the maple tree sang so beautifully!”

"First, first!"

……

Yunfeng and Tang Yu couldn't figure out whether He Qian was waving to them or to the audience.

However, out of politeness, I waved back.

During the recording, the singers' appearances were not continuous like during the broadcast, but there was a long gap in between.

This is because the stage needs to be cleared, the camera needs to be set up, and the orchestra needs to take a break and adjust.

Two hours later.

After the sixth group of singers finished singing and left the stage, Tang Yu whispered, "Tianpeng and Mengwei are lucky. This is the last competition."

Yunfeng nodded and said, "This is also one of the key factors in whether they can make a comeback this time."

Apart from individual performance, the order in which singers appear is particularly important. Singers who appear later in the competition become popular because the later they appear in the competition, the more memories they have in the minds of the judges, making it easier for them to be affected when voting, and singers are more likely to get a potentially crucial vote.

Xiao Tianpeng and Xu Mengwei ranked at the bottom in the last competition. If they are drawn into the top three in this round, the probability of a comeback will be reduced by at least half.

But now they have got the best order of appearance, and the rest depends on their performance on the spot.

At this time, backstage.

"Relax and don't think too much."

“Just perform at the level you performed at during rehearsal.”

……

The agent and Chen Cheng gave the final encouragement.

Xiao Tianpeng and Xu Mengwei both smiled and nodded. Compared to before they went on stage last time, they were in much better condition.

Led by the staff, the two came behind the curtain.

Xiao Tianpeng took a deep breath and said, "Come on."

Xu Mengwei said firmly: "We can do it."

They both cheered each other on.

……

After a short break, recording began again.

In the flickering lights, Xiao Tianpeng and Xu Mengwei held hands, fingers clasped together, and walked slowly to the center of the stage.

They were both dressed very trendy and youthful today. The scene fell silent.

however……

This combination called "Talented Man and Beautiful Woman" has the lowest expectations for the audience.

This is naturally due to the poor performance in the previous issue.

Yunfeng secretly breathed a sigh of relief when he saw Xiao Tianpeng and Xu Mengwei's calm, determined and confident eyes.

Dynamic music then started playing.

Xiao Tianpeng: "One, two, three, four!"

Together: "If you have forgotten your name, please follow me

Now let us worship joyfully
If you have put down your burdens, please follow me.
Spread it and build a happy era..."

The audience was amazed. This talented man and beautiful woman were completely different from the previous episode.

There was no tension at all and they even started dancing.

Moreover, the song they sang was one I had never heard of before.

Just now, the sixth group of competing singers only introduced that "the next group of singers will sing his song again", but did not explain who this "he" is.

Those with good eyesight took a look at the cue board under the stage.

original……

This "he" is "Yunfeng"!
At this time, the main part is over and it is time for the chorus.

Xiao Tianpeng: "What kind of wind blows in each era?
I hold my microphone

Sing Old School Show
Yall Ready To Roll
I am most excited about retro in the 10s
Disco Fever
Never Say Goodbye
Only by playing funk can you be cool

Men and women old and young

We were wearing bell-bottom pants…”

The lyrics of this rap, coupled with the melody, had a joyful charm that made people move to the sounds of the song, and it really amazed the audience.

Tang Yu raised his hands to his chest and drew circles to the dynamic beat.

Yunfeng also shook his head rhythmically.

Xiao Tianpeng's rap has improved rapidly, with fast speaking speed and clear pronunciation.

Although Xu Mengwei's lyrics are few, her beautiful high notes are very ear-catching.

Dynamic dance, beautiful music, moving performance...

The audience all stood up and the atmosphere was electrified.

Yunfeng and Tang Yu saw the enthusiastic reaction from the audience and felt that Xiao Tianpeng and Xu Mengwei had secured victory today.

After the song was over, the applause and cheers were louder and louder.

When Xiao Tianpeng and Xu Mengwei stepped down from the stage, they saw Yunfeng and Tang Yu giving them a thumbs-up, with excitement on their faces after being praised.

As they had to go to the lounge to meet the other six groups of singers, they couldn't stay here. They just waved to Yunfeng and Tang Yu and left.

Tang Yu asked, "Are we leaving here?"

Yunfeng replied: "Wait a minute, I'll send a WeChat message to ask Brother Chen."

Finally, there is a recording of the announcement of the competition results, and he wants to watch it, but he has to ask whether his assistant can be there.

At the same time, the audience left and went outside to vote.

The host outside the venue had been waiting for a long time, carrying a camera, looking for the person to interview.

"Handsome guy, which group of singers' performance do you like best?"

"The last group was so exciting and infectious."

……

"Auntie, which group of singers do you think performed the best today?"

"Haha, of course I support Leng Yiming, he's so handsome, haha!"

……

"Who will you vote for, little sister?"

"A talented man and a beautiful woman. The lyrics of the song they sang, "Happy Worship," were very interesting and vivid. They seemed to have been reborn, much better than the last episode."

……

After waiting for a while, Tang Yu asked again, "How is it going? Did Brother Chen reply to my WeChat message?"

Yun Feng was about to shake his head when Chen Cheng’s WeChat message came. After taking a quick glance, he said, “Brother Chen said no, let’s go to the backstage to find him.”

Only agents may be present when the competition results are announced.

The two of them had work badges and had no obstruction, and soon arrived at the backstage.

As soon as Chen Cheng saw Yun Feng and Tang Yu, he asked, "How was it? How did it feel to watch I Am a Singer live?"

Yunfeng replied: "When you are up close, you can see more details, such as the performance of the singers on the stage, the tacit understanding between the band, and the emotions expressed in the eyes of the audience when they cheer. This is a completely different experience from watching it on the screen."

Tang Yu nodded in agreement.

In fact, whether to watch videos or go to the scene is a philosophical question, and everyone has different opinions.

You can watch videos anytime and anywhere, fast forward and rewind, and after post-processing, some of the noise from the scene is eliminated.

But when you go to the scene, you can feel the sound waves coming at you, swaying, cheering, intoxicated, excited, and everyone is infecting each other.

Chen Cheng added: "If you want to come again, come to me to arrange it."

Of course, the premise is that all the artists in their company have not been eliminated.

Yunfeng said, "It's enough to experience it once."

Tang Yu smiled and said, "The main reason is that I have to come to Xingcheng, so I have to take half a day off."

This is indeed the main reason. Although the recording does not start until 6:30 pm, the location is in Star City. It takes five hours to get there by high-speed rail from Shanghai. I can't take a day off every Tuesday afternoon.

Chen Cheng changed the subject and asked, "What do you think of Tianpeng and Mengwei's performance this episode? What are their chances of a comeback?"

Tang Yu said without hesitation: "They performed very well, I believe they can make a comeback."

Yunfeng thought for a moment and made an objective analysis: "Judging from the audience's reactions, they are indeed the best, but He Qian, Leng Yiming, and Qi Feiyang are also pretty good. The votes for the top four may be very close."

Chen Cheng looked towards the scene and said, "I hope they won't be eliminated."

About half an hour later.

The door to the venue opened and seven groups of singers and their managers walked out.

The singers were talking and laughing, and from their expressions it was impossible to tell who had been eliminated.

but……

He Qian was holding a bouquet of flowers in her hand, which meant that she had won the first place in the total number of votes in the two competitions and won the championship in the second round.

Yunfeng, Tang Yu and Chen Cheng who were waiting outside hurried over to Xiao Tianpeng and Xu Mengwei.

Xiao Tianpeng and Xu Mengwei looked at each other.

Xiao Tianpeng sighed and said, "You tell me."

Xu Mengwei nodded and said to the others, "We took first place this time, and the total votes for the two rounds ranked sixth, but we were still eliminated."

Chen Cheng consoled them, "You guys performed really well this time and proved your abilities. Don't get discouraged, because there's still the resurrection match."

Tang Yu asked in confusion: "Wasn't the seventh eliminated?"

Yunfeng pondered and said, "Could it be because there are two groups of challenge singers added to this round?"

"Let me explain..." Chen Cheng knew about this and started to explain, "Fan Yixuan, who temporarily withdrew due to illness, will not participate in the recording of these two episodes. She will return in the next episode, so two groups of singers will be eliminated in this round."

For Xiao Tianpeng and Xu Mengwei, being eliminated was indeed sad, but they were also very happy because they won first place in this episode.

The two of them came to Yunfeng and said "thank you" sincerely.

Without those words that day and the song "Happy Worship", there would be no first place in this issue.

(End of this chapter)