Once inside the garage, Gwen and MJ began setting up the instruments. The space was packed with all kinds of instruments one could expect.
This was because the original Gwen's hobby wasn't to collect all kinds of clothes or bags like most girls, but to collect all kinds of musical instruments, even if she didn't know how to use them.
Lorna took a moment to admire the setup before glancing at the guitar stand. This one attracted her attention the most. Although it can't be compared to her love (guitar), it is still one of the highest quality ones she has seen.
She was a little relieved; at least it didn't seem like Gwen was just a woman who woke up and wanted to create a band, but truly a music lover.
Lorna no longer rejected the idea of joining the two, and she could see that they seemed easy to get along with. Anyway, anyone who loves music like Gwen should be a kind person, right?
She pointed at the guitar and said, "You play this?"
Gwen, who was setting up the instruments, was surprised by Lorna's question. Apart from the first time they met when the latter took the initiative and was polite, this was the second time Lorna had taken the initiative to speak, and she seemed to be genuine and not just polite.
Gwen turned to face Lorna and smiled. It was good that the latter wasn't some kind of ancestor. Gwen wouldn't flatter anyone, even if it was Magneto's daughter and one of the current top powers on Earth.
She said, "This one was bought just last month. You can see it's new. MJ and I know how to play the guitar, but I would be the drummer and MJ would be the vocalist."
"If we don't find a qualified guitarist, MJ would take a double role, but I don't know why, I feel we don't need to worry now. My gut tells me you are a good guitarist."
Well, although she wouldn't flatter anyone, it's nothing to praise someone a little. Young people need some confidence after all.
Obviously, Gwen's flattery skills were top-notch, as there was a faint smirk on Lorna's cold face. She said, "Instinct, huh? That's the first time someone judged my skill by instinct."
Not sure if MJ had also learned from Gwen, she said while adjusting the microphone, "Gwen's instincts are weirdly accurate sometimes. She's like a walking fortune cookie when it comes to people."
After that short discussion, there didn't seem to be any kind of barrier between the two of them. The only thing left was to test Lorna's ability.
Gwen didn't worry about this. Like she said earlier, her instincts were really telling her that Lorna was good at guitar.
Gwen's thoughts were really true. When it comes to guitar, especially the electric guitar, Lorna feels that no one is her match.
It was because of her ability to control magnetism. In order to have good control over it, she trained really hard so she could reach the same level as her biological father and protect her family.
One of her training methods was to alter the tone and sustain of the notes by changing how the strings interacted with the magnetic field. She could introduce effects like vibrato or tremolo without using external pedals, purely through magnetic modulation.
Now, she could also reduce electromagnetic interference, improving sound clarity, and boost specific frequencies to highlight certain tones or styles.
In short, she has trained her ability to the point where she can affect vibrations. She can control light using magnetic fields and subtly alter weather patterns.
In short, maybe not as strong as her father, who could definitely decide the fate of a country due to his power (the limits of which are still unknown), but in terms of versatility and control, she may even be better. Anyway, the old man only controls metal and didn't develop his ability, relying only on brute force.
So when Lorna took the guitar, Gwen and MJ could feel her confidence. Gwen even felt that if this were the One Piece world, Lorna might have awakened her Conqueror Haki.
She shook her head. Anyway, Lorna's power is no worse. She controls one of the fundamental forces in the universe, after all. It's just a pity that neither she nor her father developed it.
Speaking of this, Gwen felt a little strange. Why don't the superheroes in this world develop their powers but wait until they are forced to? It can only be said that for the sake of the plot, some people cannot be made overpowered.
When Gwen was in a daze, without warning, Lorna strummed the first chord. Sure enough, gold is gold after all. Without being covered by dirt, it will shine everywhere.
She just played a few chords, as if testing, but Gwen and MJ already had their answer.
After finishing setting up everything, it was time to start. Anyway, there's no better practice than being sent into the terrain.
MJ said, "Okay, let's play 'Hit The Road Jack' by The Boyz."
It was a popular song in this world, one of the most iconic ones representing the Rock 'n' Roll generation. Gwen was surprised by this choice.
Not for anything, but a song like this naturally requires a high level of singing ability and vocals. She let MJ choose the song to practice and thought that the latter would pick something easier.
Anyway, she inherited Gwen's memory and knew this song. Lorna didn't reply but just nodded. Gwen also smiled and nodded, encouraging MJ, not showing any doubt on her face.
MJ tapped the mic, testing it, and then glanced at her bandmates. "Alright, on my count. Ready?"
"Ready," Gwen replied, her voice steady and confident.
Lorna gave a small nod, her usual aloof demeanor slightly softened by a spark of excitement in her eyes.
"One... two... three... and—"
So the garage, which had been a little silent, erupted into music as Gwen set the beat. With her flexibility and dexterity, there wasn't any delay, and everything was precise.
Lorna nodded internally. She hadn't chosen the wrong person. Although she specialized in guitar, she still knew good when she saw it.
With Gwen starting, it was Lorna's turn. Even though this song had great requirements for the vocals, it's Rock after all, and most of it starts with the instrument playing.
In fact, apart from the fact that this song starts with drums instead of guitar, but overall it's a little similar to "Satisfaction (I Can't Get No)" by The Rolling Stones in her previous life. Well, the meaning is different though.
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The shadows may whisper, "You can't go on,"
But even the darkest nights birth the dawn.
The cracks in your heart let the light shine in,
Every loss is a chance to win.
The world's not done with a soul like you.
Rise up strong, let the fire burn bright,
Through the dark, you'll find the light.
Hit the road Jack
The road ahead may twist and bend but hit the road Jack
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MJ had obviously done her work. Although she couldn't be compared to the original singer in terms of singing skills, she was already very good, at least better than some singers in the future who rely on autotune.
I guess relying on autotune can also be considered a talent since it's not everyone who can succeed that way. Anyway, the entertainment industry isn't easy to succeed in.
Gwen was satisfied with the current band setup. Lorna's skill could definitely be considered world-class, and in the future, Gwen was sure her drumming skill would also reach world-class.
MJ was also good. Even if she didn't have the skill, Gwen would find something that could enhance her voice, even if it's the super soldier serum. In short, the foundation for the future was already half laid.
Now what they lacked was the platform to show their ability. And her songs—thinking about signing with another company made her feel a headache.
As novices in the industry, they would definitely not have a high-level contract at the beginning, but Gwen was reluctant to work hard and let someone own the copyright of the song she wrote.
Unfortunately, there didn't seem to be any kind of show or competition broadcasted on TV where they could become celebrities in one fell swoop, like in the novels she read.
"Okay, Gwen, I knew you've been working hard these past few days, but I didn't expect you've already reached this level."
MJ said seriously. It seemed that her friend was a genius in everything, not just academically. She couldn't help but smile widely, already imagining becoming a celebrity, having money, and being independent.
Gwen could feel the good spirit her friend had. She said, "You're also good. I think you're already better than some celebrities."
She turned and looked at Lorna. "But I think Lorna is simply incredible. You're probably one of the best guitarists I've seen in my life. Hey, are you sure you aren't some kind of hidden expert?"
"Haha, thanks for the compliment, I guess. Like Mary said, you're really good. My sister recommended me to the right person."
Anyway, the first criteria for her choosing a band was internal harmony. With her ability, she could indirectly control sounds and make the song better, especially live. Now it didn't seem like she needed to think this much.
END OF THE CHAPTER
Hey, ChatGPT is too much. I just want him to correct the grammar error in the chapter, but he either reduces it to 900 words, changes what I wrote, or even adds a few things. Sigh.