Chapter 2
We couldn't come up with a suitable name so we decided to sleep on it and meet at mine and Jaspers apartment for a band meeting tomorrow. We were going to meet here at about 1pm and stay as late as needed to come up with a name and maybe a few ideas for songs.
"Wow, Bella. Did you ever expect this to happen?" Jasper asked as we got into his truck.
"Never in a million years, my friend. I never even thought of this as a possibility for me. I always wanted to be behind the scenes but I guess I can still be a part of that." I told him.
"You in the mood for some late night burgers from Lee's Diner on 5th Street." Jasper asked.
"Sure, why not." I responded.
We pulled into our favorite late night diner. It was about 12:30AM now and they were a 24 hour diner. Great for those all night study sessions we had in college. We got out of his truck and walked into the diner to our usual booth. Jeanie was working tonight so I knew she would end up giving us some extra fries with cheese on them. Man I loved cheesy fries and she knew it.
"Hey there guys, long time no see. Getting your usual tonight?" Jeanie asked.
"You got it, unless Jasper wants something different." I responded.
Jasper shook his head and said, "I will never deviate from my southern cowboy burger with extra onion rings."
Jeanie smiled and said, "Never thought you would. I will bring you kids out some cheesy fries to get you started, on the house" I couldn't help but salivate at the idea and then I smelt them making them. YUM!
One thing I loved about this place was that you could order a ton of comfort food that college kids loved to eat and nobody looked at you as if you were a pig. You could also get a lot of food for a small amount of money. That is every college kids dream. It is better than living off Ramen Noodles.
"So any ideas for names?" I asked Jasper as I stuffed a cheesy fry in my mouth and moaned around it.
"I still think we need to do something catchy but meaningful and defiantly something that says we are serious and not clowns."
"Lusting at Twilight, Eternal Eclipse, Chancing Rain" Something like that I said.
"Yeah, but not the chancing rain it sounds like a weather prediction. Lusting at Twilight is kind of cute but I don't know how the guys will feel about it. Let see our initals at BJSC and we can't make a cool acronym out of that even if we use I for Isabella."
"Hmm, we will come up with something even if we have to vote on it and one person doesn't like it. We are four and there may be a tie so we may have to call in an objective third party." I told him
"Angela?" He asked
"Yeah, she is good at these types of things. It is why she got a degree in marketing after all." I told him.
We finished our burgers and fries and paid our bill. We promised to see Jeanie soon and we were on our way. Once we got home we both headed to bed but before I closed the door I heard Jasper.
"Hey Bella?"
"Yeah."
"No regrets" he said
"No regrets" I agreed
*************Band Meeting*******************
"Colin we are not doing something strange that makes no sense to anybody but us." I said as I stood up pulling at my hair in frustration.
"But it stands out and makes us different." He argued back.
I looked at Jasper and Seth and they shook their heads. "Guys what do you think" I asked.
Jasper looked at Colin and said, "I am not going to be laughed at." Seth spoke up and said, "I want it to be something epic, something that will be immortal and live on past our band. I want to leave a legacy on music and our name it the first bit of that. I am not doing something stupid."
"Lets use that word Immortal it is strong and I like that. What can go with it." I said
" Something that is Sexy but beautiful since you are our lead singer and the beauty of the group" Seth responded.
"Aww, thank you."
Jasper and Colin laughed. "What about Immortal at Twilight? Immortal meaning we will live on past our music and our music will live on forever and twilight is a pretty word. It is the end of a day and it is very pretty." I said.
"That has a ring to it." Colin said after having a funny look on his face.
"I agree" Jasper said and Seth quickly nodded his head.
"Great. Let's call Roe and see what he thinks."
I took out my cell phone and dialed Roe. When he answered I heard the clanging of pans. "Hello"
"Hey Roe, it's Bella and the guys."
"Hey Darling, did you all come up with a name yet?"
"We think we did. We wanted to know your opinion on it. How about Immortal at Twilight?" I asked
"It is pretty and creates a nice image. It shows you are serious about your music and it is catchy. I can imagine it now ' introducing Immortal at Twilight" and the crowd goes wild." He said with a laugh.
"So it's a go then" I said shyly.
"You don't need my permission to go ahead with the band name but if you want my opinion I think it is good." He responded.
"Great, then you can get back to Lunar Records then and let them know?"
"Yes, I have a meeting set up with Emmett Cullen in the morning, Bella I was going to ask you to come along since you work there anyway. He wanted to talk to you about new responsibilities and we also need to get the band name submitted for copyrights so nobody takes it from you. I will get right on that."
"Sounds good. I will see you tomorrow, What time?"
"9:30am at the offices."
"Great, see you then. Bye"
We hung up the phone and I explained what was going on to everyone else. They agreed that since I was the lead singer I would be spokesperson for the band. That and I also knew the industry.
****************At Lunar Records, in the office of Emmett Cullen**********************
"Bella, Roe. I am glad you could both be here today. I take it the band is ok with you speaking on their behalf." Emmett said.
"Yes, we all agreed last night since I have knowledge of the industry with my degree and working here and all." I replied. I was so nervous but Emmett as he said to call him told me that there was nothing formal going on and to relax.
"I am glad that I had the chance to listen to you guys on Saturday. It usually pays off to take a chance on something, wouldn't you say Bella?" Emmett asked me.
"Yes, I suppose so."
"So getting down to business. I take it you want to be a part of the production of your album and we have already picked out some great songs by some great writers for the band. You guys can customize the sound but the tempo for each song is marked and that is recommended by the songwriters. I have picked out 30 songs that are all in this binder for you and the band to look at. Based on what I heard I think these will work best with your voice Bella. Pick what you guys feel is right for you and work on it." Emmett explained.
"We do have a contract for every band member to sign, it is pretty standard and we will arrange for an outside lawyer to look over them with you and the band to ensure you are happy. Roe already told me he has a lawyer lined up a Ms. Kate Denali?" He asked. I looked at Roe and he nodded.
"Great, I also want to get you in touch with a fashion advisor. While we are working on your sound I also want you to work on your look and your presence. You are a beautiful woman Bella, you should show it off. It will also give you confidence on stage. Once the band has a set together I am going to have your agent start booking gigs." Emmett told us.
"Wait I thought Roe was our agent." I said confused,
Emmett smiled gently at me and said, "Roe is your manager. He will be managing your career and your lives. Your agent actually books your gigs and things related to them. I am actually assigning one of my best to you. Her name is Rosalie Hale. She also happens to be my girlfriend. I told her about your band and she wanted in on it. I also figured with so many men around you a female would be good." He said with a laugh.
" It's a lot to take in." I said.
"Yes it is, but you can do this. I want you and the band in the practice rooms every afternoon from 2pm-11pm. It is a long practice but we have to get your sound established and get you ready to record a single to release to the radio stations in 2 weeks."
"Wow."
"So Emmett, you have already set up a schedule for the band, can you forward me what you have planned as well as any contacts so that I can start arranging things for them?" Roe asked.
"Of course. I will have my assistant e-mail you all the contact info for the fashion advisor and agent. I will also have her send a schedule for practices and studio time once that gets established." Emmett told us.
"Great. We will get working on everything right away." Roe said.
We both stood up shook Emmett's hand and left the office.
It was a lot to take in. Everything we would be doing and everything that would be happening so fast. Luckily we have Roe to keep us on track.
To: Monroe Jackson
From: JessicaStanley
CC: EmmettCullen
Subject: Contact info and Schedule for Immortal at Twilight
Mr. Jackson,
Here is the information you requested for the band. The contact information is as follows.
Agent: Rosalie Hale 555-2122 RHale
Fashion Advisor: Alice Cullen: 555- 8739 ACullen
Publicist: Irina Novali 555-1948 INovali
Manager: Monroe Jackson: 555-3942 MonroeJackson
Attorney for Band: Kate Denali: 555- 7182 KDenali
The band's name has been approved by the copyright officials and they now have a trademark name that no one else can copy. Below is the band's practice schedule
Monday- 2pm-11pm
Tueday- 3pm-9pm
Wednesday- 1pm-9pm
Thursday- 2pm-12AM
Friday-OFF- need to be seen as band out and about
Saturday- 8pm-12AM
Sunday- Off- Do something fun on Lunar Records
The band is set to meet with Emmett Cullen once a week so he can assess their sound. He will be at their rehearsal Thursday from 5pm-9pm. The band is scheduled for studio time on Monday August 11, 2012 at 10AM.
The bands contracts have been forwarded to Kate Denali per your request. Please contact Ms. Denali for an appointment for the band to go over them with her. Along with the contracts is a credit card and checks for an expense account for the band.
Also please follow up with Mr. Cullen's request that Bella meet with the fashion advisor prior to going out on Friday evening.
If there are any questions or concerns please contact our office.
Thank You,
Jessica Stanley
Assistant to Emmett Cullen
Lunar Records
555-2299
Here is the next chapter. The band has a name now. Not really orgininal but it is the best I could come up with. We have been introduced to some other players in the story. Just to recap the band members are Bella, Jasper, Colin and Seth. Their manager is Monroe Jackson. Emmett Cullen is CEO of Lunar Records. Rosalie Hale is his girlfriend and the bands agent. Alice Cullen is the fashion advisor/stylist for the band and she is Emmett's sister.
Sorry no Edward yet. He will come in a few chapters but right now we are establishing the band. Keep with me. It will get there. Let me know what you think.