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“Hmm, then you’re probably right. But it sounds like your woman’s plan may have backfired if Aaron is willing to be railroaded into signing them. I’ve never seen him so hellbent on signing talent like this before.”
Tina shrugged as she was having the exact same thoughts. “Maybe he hasn’t gotten laid in so long that he thinks that Kit and the gang are his last hope of ever resuscitating his sex life.”
“Eww! Spare me the visuals, T!” Dana winced in disgust.
Tina smirked at her colleague’s display of repugnance. “Hey, what do you think he’s gonna say when I tell him I’ve been getting more ‘princess’ than he has?” Tina winked as she ribbed her friend a little more about their previous conversation.
“Judging from his comments to me just a minute ago? Something extremely inappropriate and unprofessional. Good luck with that douche.”
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Law Offices of Joyce Wischnia
“I’m sorry Ms. Porter, Joyce, you know there is no way that Thrill City can agree to a contract like that.” Nadia Karella’s voice piped through the speakerphone.
“Aww. I’m really sorry to hear that, Nadia.”
“You know, maybe the band should talk to Jodi Lerner. She has a really great relationship with the executive heads over here and I’m sure she can persuade them to make some concessions and find some middle ground with the band.”
Joyce laughed at Nadia’s cluelessness and Bette rolled her eyes at the A&R rep wasting their time.
“You must misunderstand my role as the band’s legal counsel. Jodi Lerner knows nothing of contract law, nor what it takes to protect my clients’ interests in this business. I’m not interested in concessions, Nadia. All or nothing, plain and simple. But don’t worry, if you can only give nothing, we already have a label willing to give the band all.”
The frustrated sigh was audible over the speaker. “Joyce, you and Jodi could work this deal together…”
“Nadia, I’m only going to say this once so I will not have to repeat myself. I work in conjunction with no one. Jodi Lerner has no connection or authorization to make any deals, negotiate any contracts, or secure any performances on the part of this band. While I appreciate your efforts, they are all for naught.”
“Thrill City is a much better label than Alphaville. Tina Kennard doesn’t know what she’s doing over there, and quite frankly, you should be wary of her willingness to enter into such a contract as it reflects on her competence.”
Bette felt her body come alive with fury. No one talks about the woman I love like that, no one!
“I think we’re done here.” The brunette said firmly before reaching over and picking up the receiver then slamming it down hard, effectively hanging up on the dense label rep. She would not stand for anybody badmouthing Tina the way Nadia was.
“Thank you, Little P. God, that woman’s voice was grating on my last nerve.” Carmen said, running a hand through her long brown hair.
“Word.” Shane agreed.
“Okay, so where do we go from here?” Kit asked.
Joyce smiled, excited that her retainer would now be put to great use. “Let’s get your legal business entity created.” Joyce pulled out some more documents. “Okay, Porter sisters, it’s time to set up your general partnership in Fierce Kitty Records.”
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I had a feeling that was the alternative plan! Good for the Porter sisters. And maybe a new job for Tina? – who might need one soon… Great update!
glad you back thanks thanks.
Yup, I’m still reading :) Just when I think the next chapter can’t get any better, you go and prove me wrong! MeLL, this was even more brilliant than your last post! I was secretly hoping that Dana might try to cover Tina, and your descriptions of each band members reactions to Bette’s “doh!” moment were hilariously spot on :) As an independent artist nothing tickles me more than to know that Fierce Kitty Records is the brainchild of the Porter sisters and that they have James on board as their agent too. I can just imagine Aaron’s reaction once he discovers this tidbit of info (hahahaha). Oh, and I love slntdr’s idea too… Thanks for such an entertaining, fun and educational story MeLL — you ROCK!!! Looking forward to your next post whenever that may be. Til then, take care and enjoy the holidays :)
Poor Dana lol at least she bought Tina a bit of time to think things over. Aaron’s ‘spasm chasm’ Q reminded me of that old 1 level game Chasm Spasm lol terrible terrible game. Thanks for sharing mell :)
Great chapter.Love the way Joyce works and takes no prisoners. Loved the idea of Fierce Kitty Records last chapter and knew that it was the Porters had established their own record label; and well they should. Now Tina can have a job finding new talent for their own company and helping with producing Kit and the Stouts. Keep the money in the family. Love the story. Thanks.
Loved it.
I was excited to see another post!! Great update…can’t wait to see what happens next!! PPS :)
Wonderful and thank you for posting. I will just have to be satisfied with 1 update for this week :) Thank you again for this story.
Oh, I knew you were still posting and I was religiously keeping up. I just failed to leave a comment for reasons unknown, even to me. Another fantastic chapter, if I may say so. I don’t know much about record labels but I think Fierce Kitty is punching above its weight category. Who’s going to finance such an ambitious venture? But hey, this is fanfiction and it is your story and I’ll faithfully read on. I’m definitely loving it!
Go fierce Kitty….have a feeling Tina will be joining the team soon. Great chapter. Thanks
So glad to see a post from you!!! Waiting with anticipation for the next chapter !! ( hurry on up!!!)
Shew!!! Thank goodness Aaron thought that Bette was talking to Dana and not Tina. So the Bette and Kit is starting up their own label, interesting and smart. Nadia is dense and lucky for her, her comments about Tina was over the phone or she would have probably been strangled.
OMG I should’ve warned you that I’m the most unlucky person ever. And I live in Vegas! Needless to say, I don’t gamble for that very reason, whether it’s skill or luck, I lack it. Oh well, thanks for another awesome post.
Phew! Good thing tina is good under pressure when Dana isn’t. She was able to get rid of Aaron and divert a disaster. Wonder what Bette’s reaction will be when Tina says th “L Word”? Great update as usual. PPS
LOL…. I really can picture Dana and Tina’s reaction when Aaron barking at them!! :-D So great writing MeLL!! No matter how many times I read it, I still in awe!! :-) anyway if thrice is not a feasible option, what about make twice as a minimum standard?! ;-) he3… No pressure!! Just my wishful thinking maybe?? ^_* LOL
That was so good and love it. Please post more, thanks!
Poor Dana,but what now?Thank you for the update.Amazing story.PPS