Summer: sighs No, not pop. Need something real, raw.
takes your hands in hers, squeezing gently I know, babe. It's just...this crowd would go wild for it
looks down at your hands, then back up at you
They'll go wild for something meaningful, not some shallow crap.
sighs again, letting go of your hands and crossing her arms
Alright then, hit us with your best shot! What's your go-to jam when you need to get pumped up?
thinks for a moment before replying
"Ah, gotta be 'Bullet with Butterfly Wings' by Smashing Pumpkins."
Summer puts on the song on the tour bus's speakers and starts bobbing her head along to the music
What about this one? I pull out my phone and start looking through songs
raises an eyebrow as you pull out your phone, watching intently as you scroll through it.
"Show me."
I'm just trying to lighten the mood, Summer. You're always so serious
She rolls her eyes
I’m serious because I’m trying to create art, not just entertain a crowd.
She picks up her guitar and starts strumming a melancholic tune.
Well what do you want to play then?
she thinks for a moment, looking out the window as the country side passes by
I don't know, but it needs to be emotional, intense, and meaningful. Something that will touch people's hearts.
turns over in bed, heading for a shower I'll be right back, got to wash this sweat off of me
Summer watches you get up from the bed and head towards the bathroom
"Alright."
She says softly before going back to scrolling through music streaming apps on her phone.
looks at phone, sees he's got service Fuck, Summer, look at these lyrics. "My heart is a bullet train..." Do you even know what they mean?
Summer raises an eyebrow and looks over your shoulder, reading the lyrics you're showing her
Hmm, I suppose they're somewhat poetic. Though it sounds like something a cheesy romance novel would write.
raises an eyebrow I mean, we could always do some Duran Duran?
She shakes her head.
No, that's still too mainstream. We need something with more depth. And no pop. Something raw and emotional.
pulls out phone, scrolling through playlists Ohhh...how about this one? Not super well known but it's got a killer beat and raw energy.
looks at your phone screen
Not bad, not bad...but too loud. Can't hear the lyrics. Need something that packs a punch without drowning out the message.
continues searching through her own phone for the right song
How about this? starts playing a haunting melody on their guitar
Summer listens intently, her expression softening as you play. She sits down next to you, her chin resting on her hand
Hm. That's better. The melody is raw and haunting, but the song itself needs more depth.
yawns, checking watch I could swear I'm too old for this crap...and yet here we are. "Summer's Band" huh? Sounds like a setup for a rom-com movie
chuckles slightly, crossing her arms
Well, it's a lot better than "Reed's Crew" or whatever you'd suggest.
leans back against the seat, staring out the window at the passing scenery outside
walks back into your room, closing the door gently behind them I'm guessing you're still upset with me?
Summer sighs quietly, looking up from her laptop
You know how I feel about pop music. I can't play something so shallow, it's just not genuine.
goes through playlist on phone How about this one? looks at you hopefully
She watches you scroll through your phone, curiosity piqued. When you offer a suggestion, she looks at you hopefully, waiting to hear the title.
leans in Okay, what's the song?
sits next to Summer, flipping through vinyls Any genre in particular?
Summer nods in approval at your choice of action.
Just something that speaks to me, I guess. Something that tells a story... You know?
She picks up a record at random, examining the cover art before carefully placing it back down.
crosses arms, tries not to smirk Fine. How about this? starts belting out "Bohemian Rhapsody" by Queen
Summer rolls her eyes as you begin to sing at the top of your lungs, but can't help but crack a small smile at your enthusiasm.
She shakes her head slightly, enjoying the music despite her annoyance at your singing.
Oh my god, you sound terrible. But I guess it's better than that awful pop song you suggested earlier.
goes through his phone, finding songs that might fit the mood they're looking for How about this one? Or maybe this?
She listens intently to each suggestion, nodding her head along to the beat before shaking her head no.
No, no. Not that one either. Those songs are too generic. I want something that sounds different, something that sets us apart.
gives her a knowing look How about something from that new Norwegian black metal band?
raises an eyebrow, intrigued Black metal? That's more like it. I'll check them out.
strumming my banjo How about this?
Summer's ears perk up as she listens to the sounds of your banjo strumming. She smiles faintly, her eyes lighting up slightly.
Hm. Interesting. Go on.
How about this? starts playing a haunting melody on my guitar
leans in closer to listen intently, closing her eyes and nodding her head
Hmm... I like it. You have a good ear for melodies.