Solis Records
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Shindo
You wish to move people's hearts, cheer them up, bring them together... And do everything you can to make the above come true.
Shindo
While they all have their minor differences, your collective desire to move people's hearts remains unchanged, yes...?
Shindo
But your desire to provide this band with whatever support it needs should certainly help keep it together.
Shindo
I'll start working on a marketing strategy, as well as hammering out the details regarding what you'll be doing moving forward.
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Shiho
To be fair, we haven't had a need for one since we've been discussing all the important stuff as a band.
Shindo
Yes, that's a good thing and it suits you all very well. However, moving forward, you'll be talking with this company more, and you'll likely be asked to do interviews and such as well.
Shindo
Each one will be a test. Each one will make you worry, wonder and question who you are as a band...
Shindo
Of course, if anything happens, I'll be there to help. I plan on doing what I can to keep you moving in the right direction.
Shindo
However, I'm also an employee of this record company. My job is to make your band and music as marketable as possible.
Shindo
So, in the event that your band does come under crisis and approach the point of breaking...
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Ichika
What did he just say?
It's the leader's responsibility to support this band and keep it afloat.
It's the leader's responsibility to support this band and keep it afloat.
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Ichika
What you said made us realize how important that is. It's why we're standing here right now.
Honami
(I was able to say what I did that time because I thought we shouldn't forget about what matters most to us just for the chance to go pro...)
Shindo
What you said was proof enough that you have the strength required to keep this band from bending or breaking.
Shindo
Yes.
To be honest, when I saw you all perform that time, I wasn't exactly overwhelmed by your skills or talent...
To be honest, when I saw you all perform that time, I wasn't exactly overwhelmed by your skills or talent...
Shindo
And while youthful bands are full of vigor, they're also fragile... The slightest impact can cause them to shatter in an instant.
Shindo
Of course, I'll neither force you nor make you state your decision right now. You should go home, sleep on it and—
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Can I come in now, Shindo?
Shindo
It's your first time meeting, right...?
This is the president of our company, Mr. Ota.
This is the president of our company, Mr. Ota.
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President of Solis Records
Hahaha! There's no need to be so formal with me. Also, I've known about your band for a little while now, so I apologize for not introducing myself sooner.
President of Solis Records
I actually have a little favor to ask you.
I'd like to hear you play live sometime.
I'd like to hear you play live sometime.
President of Solis Records
Yes. It won't be taking place for a good while, but there's a big music festival that's held each year. They want one of our artists to perform...
President of Solis Records
And we currently have you on the short list.
President of Solis Records
Again, nothing is set in stone yet.
Nonetheless, Shindo here has given me raving reviews about you.
Nonetheless, Shindo here has given me raving reviews about you.
President of Solis Records
As such, I'd like to do what I can to really get your name and music out there.
President of Solis Records
That being said, it's a big festival, so you need to be good. We can't afford to send in someone who isn't ready.
President of Solis Records
I apologize if this feels like some kind of test.
President of Solis Records
But a live performance will be the easiest way for me to see where you're at as a band.
President of Solis Records
So, if possible, I'd like to be there when you practice a song. Would that be alright?
Honami
We decided to go pro because we want as many people as possible to hear our music...
Shiho
Of course it is...
We should be taking every opportunity to put on moving performances for people.
We should be taking every opportunity to put on moving performances for people.
President of Solis Records
Then, excellent...
President of Solis Records
I'm glad you decided to accept.
As a music connoisseur myself, I'll be looking forward to an outstanding performance.
As a music connoisseur myself, I'll be looking forward to an outstanding performance.
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Shindo
Sorry about the sudden surprise.
However, I'm hoping personally that you'll be chosen to perform.
However, I'm hoping personally that you'll be chosen to perform.
Shindo
On the other hand, focusing on winning can cause stilted performances, which will get you nowhere.
Shindo
Instead, try to relax and prepare in a way that allows you to put on the best performance possible.
Shindo
I know auditioning for this music festival is an exciting opportunity, but please keep your health in mind since you're also debuting soon...
Shindo
Also, Ms. Mochizuki, once again...
I look forward to seeing more of you as the leader of Leo/need.
I look forward to seeing more of you as the leader of Leo/need.
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