1. When the loudness of suona meets the wildness of electric guitar, a unique musical world slowly unfolds on the stage of "Flash Band". This is Second Hand Rose, an alternative rock band that's hard to ignore.
And standing in the center of the stage is the man with long hair, heavy eyeliner, and colorful costumes - Diplodocus. The first time I knew about Second Hand Roses was on stage in the eighth episode of the second season of "Happy Comedian".
At that time, Liang Long and others were wearing blue overalls, and they also exchanged a few words with Zhang Xiaofei. Then they took off their clothes, revealing the bells and whistles inside, and began to sing rock and roll, and the song "Go Away in Style" suddenly brought up the atmosphere of the audience.
Frankly, when I first saw them, I was blown away by their red and green looks. I thought they were just "unserious" bands that were funny to attract attention. However, when I actually heard their music, everything changed.
The song of the second-hand rose has a peculiar magic. At first glance, you might think "what is this?", but after listening to it a few times, you'll see that they're actually quite good.
Keep listening, and you'll find yourself completely immersed in it. Diplodocus's unique voice, coupled with the sound of national instruments such as suona and flute, coupled with the rhythm of rock and roll, creates a unique flavor that is both earthy and trendy.
This seemingly contradictory combination makes people feel incomparably charming. What's even more surprising is that Liang Long is not only a rock singer, but also a "beauty blogger". When I saw the news that he sold lipstick live and appeared on the hot search, my first reaction was "This must not be the Diplodocus".
As it turns out, this voluptuous rocker does have a knack for makeup. Take a closer look, the title of "beauty blogger" is pressed on Liang Long, which is inexplicably quite compatible.
Second, this sense of contrast makes people can't help but be more curious and interested in him. The musical path of Second-Hand Roses has not been easy. In "Glittering Band", Liang Long admitted that they were questioned when they first debuted.
Many people don't understand why folk elements are added to rock music, and even deny that they are real rock bands. In the face of these doubts, Liang Long and his partners did not compromise.
They firmly believe that in the land of China, the voice that belongs to this land should be heard. This persistence has become the most important attitude and characteristic of second-hand roses. Liang Long believes that any art form should be pluralistic and diverse.
It is this open and inclusive attitude that allows Secondhand Rose to constantly break through itself and explore new possibilities in music creation. With the passage of time, the unique style of second-hand roses has gradually been accepted and loved by more people.
I once overheard the theme song of the same name from "Pancake Man", and the unique voice of Diplodocus is impressive. This song introduced more people to this unique band.
From then on, I began to deliberately look for second-hand roses songs to listen to. At first, their songs felt ordinary and even a little earthy, but the more I listened to them, the more flavorful they became. The melody and lyrics, coupled with the voice of the diplodocus and the sound of national instruments such as suona and flute, make people feel very charming.
Second-hand roses proved their choice right with their own persistence and hard work. They not only retain the essence of traditional Chinese music, but also perfectly combine it with modern rock to create their own unique music style.
3. From the initial incomprehension to the current popularity, the musical journey of Secondhand Rose is full of challenges and breakthroughs. Their success is not only a musical achievement, but also a testament to self-assertion and cultural confidence.
This attitude of insisting on themselves and not following the crowd has also made them occupy a unique place in the Chinese rock music scene. The charm of second-hand roses is not limited to musical works, their performance in major variety shows is also impressive.
The first time I saw them was on stage in the eighth episode of the second season of "Happy Comedian". At that time, Liang Long and the band members wore plain blue overalls at first and exchanged a few words with Zhang Xiaofei.
Suddenly, they take off their coats, revealing the bells and whistles underneath, and start singing "Walk in Style." This dramatic contrast instantly ignited the atmosphere of the audience.
Although their joining failed to help Cui Zhijia and Da Pan successfully advance, this performance undoubtedly left a deep impression on the audience. In another program "The Law of Challenge", Liang Long and Qiao Shan collaborated to sing a song "Northeast Love".
This song is actually a combination of the two classic songs "Picking Flowers" and "Xian'er" of Second-hand Rose. Interestingly, with this song, Qiao Shan unexpectedly defeated Wilber Pan and successfully advanced.
The experience of these variety shows has given Second-Hand Roses the opportunity to show their unique musical style to a wider audience. Every time they perform, they can surprise people.
Whether it is the exaggerated stage makeup of the diplodocus or the peculiar costumes of the band members, it has become their signature feature. However, it's their music that really stuns people.
The collision of ethnic instruments and rock instruments, the fusion of traditional tunes and modern rhythms, can bring a new listening experience to the audience every time. This unique charm makes Second-Hand Rose stand out among many bands.
Fourth, through these variety shows, Second-Hand Roses not only showed their musical talents, but also let more people understand their unique musical concepts. Their performances always resonate with the audience, whether it's a joyful atmosphere or deep emotion, which is perfectly conveyed through their music.
This kind of success on the variety show stage has accumulated a large number of fans for Second-hand Rose, and also laid the foundation for their subsequent wonderful performance in "Flash Band". If the previous variety shows made second-hand roses come to the fore, then "Glittering Band" is the stage where they really shine.
In this show, Diplodocus and Secondhand Rose proved that they are not just a "funny" band, but also a group of real musicians. Remember the scene where Diplodocus first appeared in "Glittering Band"? When the suona sounded, the audience and guests were already excited.
Liang Long's sentence full of Northeast flavor "Big brother, you play rock, what's the use of playing it" came out, and the audience immediately boiled. Immediately afterwards, the "Xian'er" they brought amazed everyone.
That unique musical charm makes people never get tired of listening to it. What's even more surprising is the cooperation between Liang Long and Wu Mochou. In the second episode, they brought an adapted version of "On the Moon".
When Diplodocus opened his mouth to sing, the audience was stunned again. Originally, everyone thought that Liang Long would sing Zeng Yi's part, but he didn't expect him to choose Linghua's part. Diplodocus's bewitching temperament, coupled with the delicate movements of his hands, makes people can't help but shiver.
And Wu Mochou's ever-changing shape and powerful voice form a wonderful match with Diplodocus. The tacit cooperation between the two people on stage once again made the audience crazy. This collaboration not only showcases the strength of Second-Hand Rose, but also shows the infinite possibilities of their musical innovation.
5. On the stage of "Glittering Band", Secondhand Rose proved to everyone that they are not only an "alternative" band, but also a group of powerful and creative musicians.
Their performances are always amazing, and they also allow more people to truly understand and appreciate their musical concepts. The combination of Liang Long and Wu Mochou is really too suitable. Both of them belong to the kind of singers who don't follow the usual path, and their performances together always surprise people.
I'm looking forward to the next performance of the two of them in "The Band of Glitter", and I don't know what kind of unimaginable performances they will bring to everyone. What's even more exciting is what kind of sparks will be sparked between second-hand roses and other artists.
Their unique musical style, combined with the talents of other artists, will undoubtedly bring more wonderful musical experiences to the audience. "Glittering Band" has become the best stage for Second-hand Rose to show itself and break through itself, and it has also made more people fall in love with this unique band.
The success of Diplodocus and Secondhand Rose stems from their unique musical philosophy and persistence. In "Glittering Band", Liang Long talks about their musical philosophy, which gives us a deeper understanding of this maverick band.
"The voice of this land should be heard on this land, which is a very important attitude and characteristic." Liang Long said. This sentence expresses the core concept of second-hand rose music creation.
Not content with simply imitating Western rock, they are committed to creating rock music with Chinese characteristics. Liang Long believes that any art category can be diversified and diverse.
It is this open and inclusive attitude that allows Secondhand Rose to constantly break through itself and explore new possibilities in music creation. They perfectly blend traditional folk instruments such as suona and flute with modern rock instruments to create a unique musical style.
6. This kind of self-assertive attitude is not uncommon in the music industry, but there are not many who can persevere and succeed. Second-hand roses use their success to prove that as long as you stick to your style, there will be a day when you will be understood and appreciated.
Diplodocus' musical philosophy is not only reflected in the creation of music, but also in their stage performance. Exaggerated makeup, colorful costumes, and unique singing voices are all ways for them to express themselves.
This unconventional attitude has made Second-Hand Roses stand out among many bands and become a unique landscape in the Chinese rock music scene. In "The Band of Glitter", Liang Long also talked about the doubts they encountered when they first debuted.
A lot of people can't understand why they want to mix folk elements in rock music. But Liang Long and the band members did not change their style because of this, but insisted on going their own way.
This persistence finally allowed them to win the recognition and love of the audience. After watching "The Band of Glitter", I couldn't help but look forward to the future of second-hand roses. Their cooperation with Wu Mochou is very impressive, and people look forward to more surprises in their cooperation in the future.
Liang Long and Wu Mochou are both artists who take an unusual path, and their performances together always bring unexpected surprises. I'm excited to see what kind of innovative performances they bring to the table in future shows, and I'm excited to see what kind of sparks they can create from their collaborations with other artists.
The musical path of Secondhand Rose is full of possibilities. They've proven that the combination of ethnic music and rock can produce such a powerful glamour, so will they try to blend other musical elements in the future? Will there be more cross-border collaboration? These are all things to look forward to.
At the same time, I also hope to see more bands like Secondhand Rose emerge that are brave and innovative. Their success proves that as long as you stick to your musical philosophy, you can definitely find an audience that appreciates you.
7. In this fast-paced era, there are fewer and fewer artists who can stick to themselves and not follow the crowd. Second-hand roses use their music to show us the importance of being self-assured.
Their stories inspire more musicians to pursue their musical dreams. In the future music scene, I look forward to seeing more unique and creative sounds like Second-Hand Rose.
Their musical journey continues, and I believe they will bring us more surprises. As Liang Long said, any art form can be pluralistic and diverse.
The future of second-hand roses will undoubtedly be a wonderful musical exploration.