I am the Entertainment Tycoon

Chapter 766: Two Weeks Before the Concert



When a few weeks ago Ayia told Theo that she had managed to schedule a live concert for Moonlight on the day before the Saphire Awards, he was extremely excited about performing in front of a crowd for the very first time.

That's why he spent the next few weeks rehearsing and preparing himself for this event. He practiced endlessly, refining each note, perfecting his stage presence, and ensuring that everything would be flawless. But despite all the planning and preparation, there was something nagging at him, a persistent feeling that something was missing. He wanted the concert to be special, to stand out as more than just a performance-it needed to be an unforgettable experience.n/ô/vel/b//in dot c//om

Theo was working late in his home sound studio, a couple of weeks before the concert, when an idea came to him.

What if he produced a brand new song to perform at the concert?

His eyes shone as the realization hit him. Nothing was stopping him from doing that. He had a treasure trove of songs stored in his mind from his past life on Earth, and with his ability to recall them perfectly, he could choose any one of them to recreate and introduce to the world of Azure Star. The thought filled him with excitement. It would be the perfect way to make the concert memorable-a song no one had ever heard before, performed live for the first time.

But now came the hard part: choosing the right song.

Theo leaned back in his chair, surrounded by the glowing lights of his studio equipment. The soft hum of the machines around him was a comforting presence, but his mind was racing. The song had to be special. It had to be something that would leave an impact, something that could touch the hearts of everyone in the crowd, even if they had never heard it before.

As he recollected the wide variety of songs he remembered from his past life, he tried to find one he could duet with his sister, Aurora.

Aurora had become an integral part of his musical journey. They had shared so many moments together since his arrival on Azure Star, and Theo knew that if they performed a duet, it would resonate with the audience on a deeper level. He wanted something that would highlight their voices together, something powerful and inspiring.

He began going through the songs in his mind, flipping through his mental catalog like a playlist.

"Maybe something by Coldplay?" he mused aloud, thinking back to the raw emotion of songs like "Fix You" or "A Sky Full of Stars." They were great songs, but they didn't feel quite right for this particular moment. He needed something more... visceral. Something that would light up the crowd, inspire them, and make them feel a connection with the performance.

His thoughts drifted to "Hallelujah" by Leonard Cohen, but quickly dismissed it. As beautiful and haunting as it was, it carried a different kind of weight-one that didn't match the energy he wanted for this concert.

Theo tapped his fingers rhythmically on the desk, his gaze drifting toward the window where the city skyline glowed faintly in the distance. The moon hung low, casting its light over the buildings, and he let himself get lost in thought.

What he needed was a song that built from something soft and intimate into a roaring crescendo of emotion and energy. He wanted the crowd to feel alive, to feel like they were part of something bigger than themselves. He wanted a song that told a story, one that could sweep people off their feet and make them want to shout the lyrics at the top of their lungs. Suddenly, a memory sparked in his mind, and his fingers stopped tapping. There was one song that had always had that effect. A song that could inspire and energize anyone who heard it. A song that would work perfectly as a duet with Aurora.

"Wake Up" by Arcade Fire.

Theo's eyes widened as the idea took shape. It was perfect. The song had an anthemic quality, a kind of raw, emotional power that built and built until it became something massive. It started slow, almost like a lullaby, but it exploded into this vibrant, uplifting sound that demanded to be sung along with. It had everything he was looking for-energy, inspiration, emotion, and the perfect balance for a duet.

It was a song that could move the crowd, one that could create a powerful connection between the performers and the audience. Theo could already imagine standing on stage with Aurora, their voices rising together in harmony, and the crowd lighting up with the energy of the song.

This was it. This was the song.

He could already hear the opening chords in his mind, the haunting guitar riff that would fill the venue and immediately capture the audience's attention. He could see the look on the fans' faces as the slow, deliberate melody began to build, pulling them deeper into the music. And then, when the chorus hit, the explosion of sound and energy would sweep through the crowd like a tidal wave, leaving everyone breathless.

Theo knew without a doubt that "Wake Up" was the perfect choice.

He grinned to himself, already imagining how incredible the performance would be. But now, it was time to get to work. He needed to recreate the song from memory and adapt it for the performance. That meant long hours in the studio, but Theo didn't mind. If anything, the challenge excited him.

He reached for his phone and dialed Ayia. She answered almost immediately, her voice light and playful. "Hey, babe! What's up? Burning the midnight oil again?"

Theo laughed softly. "You know me too well."

"I do," she teased. "What's on your mind?"

"I've got an idea for the concert," Theo said, the excitement clear in his voice. "I want to produce a new song. It's called 'Wake Up'. I think it'll be perfect for the concert, and I want to perform it with Aurora."

"That sounds amazing!" Ayia replied, her enthusiasm matching his. "I can already picture it. But what do you need from me?"

"I'll need your help to secure the rights to the song so we can release it after the concert. I know it's short notice, but if anyone can make it happen, it's you."

Ayia chuckled. "Consider it done. I'll start working on it right away."

"Thanks, babe. You're the best."

"You know it," she said with a smile in her voice. "And I can't wait to hear it live."

The two lovebirds talked about their day for a good half an hour before they hung up the call. As Theo hung up the phone, he turned back to his computer, the soft glow of the monitor reflecting in his silver eyes. He opened his music production software and began setting up the session, inputting the details of the song, and laying down the foundation for what would become a key moment in the concert.

He plugged in his guitar and played the opening riff, his fingers moving deftly across the strings as the familiar sound filled the studio. The haunting melody of "Wake Up" echoed in the room, and Theo smiled to himself. It felt right. He could already imagine the way the crowd would react, the way the music would wash over them and draw them into the

performance.

Next, he did the lyrics draft, carefully recreating the harmonies and the raw emotion that made the song so powerful. He could hear Aurora's voice in his mind, the way it would blend with his during the chorus, and he knew it would be a perfect fit.

The hours passed quickly as Theo lost himself in the process, layering the instruments, fine- tuning the details, and crafting a version of the song that felt uniquely his. He worked late into the night, but he didn't care. This was what he loved-bringing music to life, creating something that would touch people in a way that words alone couldn't.

By the time he finished, the first rays of sunlight were starting to creep over the horizon, casting a soft glow through the studio window. Theo leaned back in his chair, exhausted but deeply satisfied. The foundation of "Wake Up" was complete, and he knew it would be ready in time for the concert.

As he sat there, listening to the fist draft playback of the track, a smile spread across his face. This was going to be something special. And when he and Aurora performed it live, he knew it would be a moment no one would forget.