Chapter 453

And it was purely based on strength, not popularity.

"Little Wang, Hall 1 is still yours to use this time."

"There are more audience members, so make sure you control the scene well."

"Since we don't have the novelty and uncertainty of a live broadcast, we must make the recording as perfect as possible."

Hearing the station leader's words, Wang Chenchen and Director Che Ze nodded vigorously.

Being recognized by the station means at least this season is safe; they've survived!

Wang Chenchen and Director Che Ze looked at each other and let out a sigh of relief.

In the first three episodes, when things were lukewarm, Wang Chenchen and Director Che Ze were so anxious they were losing hair.

They had no idea what kind of guests to choose.

They couldn't afford the super popular ones!

The unpopular ones had low ratings!

The semi-popular ones weren't even worth inviting!

Calculating it this way, Lin Yu was really quite suitable for this show.

"Don't worry, leader! For this episode, we will definitely complete the task and strive to reach new heights in ratings."

Wang Chenchen patted his chest and promised confidently. Although he didn't have time to watch the rehearsal, he had sent messages to the sound engineer on site.

Everyone gave Lin Yu unanimous praise, and many even felt that Lin Yu was going to create a god-level live performance this time.

Seeing this news, Wang Chenchen and Director Che Ze's mouths were almost grinning to their ears.

7:50 PM.

Recording studio.

The passageway opened, and a massive crowd of nearly a thousand spectators, shouting and yelling, entered the venue in a clamorous, surging tide.

"Wow, I'm so lucky, I actually got picked!"

"Hahahaha! I can't believe I got an entry ticket just by commenting on Weibo; I'm going to go burn incense at my ancestors' graves later."

"Finally, I can see Rainforest up close. Do you know how I spent this week? I basically listened to 'Suspended Drowning' until my eyes were swollen from crying."

The guy next to him with dark circles under his eyes said: "Brother, do you know how I spent it?"

"I'm a video blogger; after this song came out, I edited every sad movie at home and abroad, and my fingers are still cramping!" "Hahahaha, buddy, so you came here to stock up on material?!"

"I have to say, Rainforest has really fed a group of content creators; he's like a foster father."

Amidst laughter, the audience sat down in order, full of anticipation.

This kind of recorded show has warm-up guests to make the atmosphere livelier. Before long, a hip-hop-dressed floor manager walked onto the stage with a megaphone.

"Come on! Everyone show your enthusiasm; on Friday, you'll be able to see yourselves on Sujiang TV in the next episode."

"Come on, I'll say 3-2-1, and everyone say 'Hehehe' with me."

"3-2-1."

"Hehehe!"

"Hehehe!"

"3-2-1."

Although it was awkward, the synchronized shouting of over a thousand audience members immediately ignited the atmosphere.

After host Li Hao took the stage,

the show officially kicked off.

"Welcome everyone to 'Masked Singer,' sponsored by Kyoto Ninjiom. I am your old friend, host Li Hao."

"No more nonsense, let's welcome today's observation group."

As soon as he finished speaking, the six members of the observation group appeared one by one.

First, Zhou Shen and Ella walked to the front,

followed by Hu Yanbin and Da Zhangwei.

At the end were Hou Peichen and a white-haired old man.

"Let me grandly introduce this old gentleman, the famous Chinese songwriter, Mr. Liang Qiuyu."

"In the industry, he is absolutely a treasure of our country's music scene."

"Everyone is familiar with 'High Mountains and Flowing Water,' which is Liang Lao's work, especially his superb performance skills; as long as a folk instrument can make a sound, Liang Lao can show you a trick or two!"

Hearing this, the audience erupted into applause and cheers.

Many of the audience members here were college students from art academies.

They had basically heard of Liang Lao's name, and their eyes were sparkling.

It was too rare to hear Professor Liang's evaluation and musical understanding.

It was truly precious!

"Now, let me briefly explain the rules for the fifth episode."

Host Li Hao picked up the microphone again and said leisurely.

"All the advancing contestants from the first four episodes will meet in the semi-finals of this episode."

"Two-on-two duels! Deciding the spots for the finals."

"Real-time voting by the thousands of audience members on site."

"The loser must reveal their face, while the winner doesn't need to and gets a direct pass."

"Now, let's invite Mr. Liang to draw lots for the contestants to decide the order of appearance."

"Oh!"

Hearing this rule, the audience erupted into exclamations, calling it exciting!

First group:

Doraemon vs. I Am a Painter.

The theme of this episode is mainly Chinese style.

The two singers brought out their best skills, and after a fierce competition, I Am a Painter lost regretfully with 840 votes to 867.

"Congratulations to Doraemon!"

"Now let's see the true face of the Painter!"

Seeing that the singer was actually Hu Xia, the stage and audience erupted into excited shouts and whistles.

Many audience members expressed their regret.

Second group:

"Let me see who he is?"

Liang Qiuyu reached into the lottery box and pulled out a yellow ping pong ball.

"The first contestant to appear is codenamed Bai Lu."

Hearing this name, the audience was shocked. Many people,

having watched the second episode, guessed the singer's identity.

Appearing so early was refreshing!

"Bai Lu?! Isn't that Zhang Bichen?"

"That's right! I've heard this princess's voice before; it's very thick and full, and full of emotion; there's no need to guess, she is Zhang Bichen."

"Sister Bichen, come on! You must win!"

"Don't worry, Zhang Bichen, who came from a talent show, can definitely hold her own in such a small scene. She's participated in more competitions since she was a child than we've ever watched; she has rich practical experience and won't be stage-frightened. In this kind of live duel, it depends on hard strength; I think whoever faces Bai Lu will only be a runner-up."

However, the next second,

Holy crap!

Bai Lu vs. Rainforest!

Ah!

Damn!

My God!

Hearing this draw, the whole venue erupted into a frenzy, excited and jumping...

As the saying goes, one mountain cannot hold two tigers; kings don't meet kings! Who would have thought that in the semi-finals, we would see such a clash between Zhang Bichen and Rainforest; it's too exciting!

"Then, let's welcome Rainforest and Bai Lu to the stage."

The semi-final format is very cruel.

The other contestant has to stand on stage and listen to the opponent's entire song, which adds even more invisible pressure. ===== CHAPTER 454 =====