Good people, I've decided to scrape the whole season 3 and start it from scratch. This time focusing on what made you love the story in the first place, which is our crafty, lying,but hard working Mc as he takes over the world of music. Originally I was struggling on how to continue the story,but I remembered that it take place in an alternate world, which means everything is possible. And what better way then to take a bit of inspiration from one of my favorite shows? The drama, the betrayal...I cam already taste it. But don't worry, I'll try my best to fit Landon in the most Landon way possible.
Thank you all for keeping up with my stupid whims,and for not giving up on the story. Here's a little teaser of what's to come.
As always, your criticism and comments are welcomed...and your money too,if you like.
With Love...Gress
Landon, wrapped up in the post-recording euphoria, he took a moment to reminisce about how much had changed in the last few months. A couple of months ago he was a broken down,beaten old version of himself in 2025, amd now he was regressed back into 2015 in the body of a music Prodigy. He was now the hottest thing on earth,but one things for certain, he was not done. The music industry is just one thing,but he knew that if he wanted to make this thing work,he needed to extend his influence. But that's a plan for another day.
The stuff were still a bit tipsy from the party they had the night before, but now it was back to business. 1D were busy polishing up their album, H.E.R, Kehlani and Ella Mai were busy going through Landons beat Hard-drive to select beats for their songs. Billie was busy with her brother and one other sound engineer recording Ocean Eyes. The sight was pleasing, yet unfamiliar. Landon had grown to the past lifestyle of it just being him, Tatiana and 1D. Now it was suddenly too busy.
"Man, talk about a full house."
He mumbled to himself as he entered his Recording room. His chair right were he left it. The heavy studio door clicked shut, muffling the chaotic symphony of basslines and vocal warm-ups echoing through the EchoWaves hallways. For a second, Landon just leaned against the wood, eyes closed, soaking in the rare silence of his private sanctum.
He could still smell the faint scent of Amala's perfume on his jacket, a sharp, sweet contrast to the lingering aroma of stale champagne and expensive cigars from the staff party. Outside that door, he was the architect of a new era, the hitmaker everyone wanted a piece of. But inside these four walls? He was just a man trying to outrun his own shadow. He walked over to the console, the glow of the LED monitors reflecting in his tired eyes. He sank into the leather chair, feeling the familiar groove he'd worn into it over a thousand late nights. On the desk sat a half-empty bottle of water and a stray lyric sheet he had scribbled on before.
Seconds later, a light, rhythmic knock drifted through the soundproofing. Landon didn't even have to look at the security monitor to know who it was.
"Come in, Rachel," he called out.
The door creaked open, and Rachel stepped in, looking far more composed than the rest of the staff who were still nursing hangovers. She scanned the room, her eyes landing on him with a mixture of pride and business-like scrutiny.
"Hey there," she said softly. "You busy?"
Landon swiveled the chair around, a lazy, confident smirk playing on his lips. "Nah. I can't be busy for you, boss."
"How's everything coming along?" she asked, leaning against the edge of the mahogany desk. "I can't wait to hear the new album track list you put together ."
Landon leaned back, interlacing his fingers behind his head. "You're gonna love it. If you thought the first trackist was okay, this one will blow your socks off. Oh, the EP I'm doing with Amala is also Done. I just need to finish the final mix on the One Direction project, i can already tell it's going to melt servers when it drops. Honestly, the only one from the original EchoWaves circle who isn't sitting on a completed record is Tatiana. But she's a perfectionist; she'll get there when the vibe is right."
Rachel raised an eyebrow, impressed but not surprised. "You're a machine, Landon. I don't know how you're churning out this much high-quality material. It's like you already know what the people want before they do."
Landon's smirk widened, though a flicker of irony danced in his eyes. If she only knew he wasn't a machine, just a man with a very long "To-Do" list from a future that hadn't happened yet. To her, it was genius; to him, it was a race against time to claim what was "his" before the original owners even thought of the lyrics.
"I just stay ahead of the curve."
he said smoothly, pivoting the conversation. He glanced toward the empty lounge area visible through the cracked door.
"Oh, speaking of which. Do you want to hear the tracks I have lined up for my EP with Amala?"
London asked,a smile forming across his face. Rachel responded with a nod to show her support. Landon responded by going to a folder of where he had stored the WAV format of the tracks, the folder was titled "Bonnie X Clyde"
"Bonnie and Clyde, huh? It's that the name of the EP ? Ncooh, to he young."
Rachel teased Landon, who just didn't respond to her provoking.
"Anyway....Rachel, here are the tracks."
The EP's Track list was
1. I LIKE YOU (Post Malone X Doja)
2. Juicy (Doja X Tyga)
3. Freaky Deaky (Doja X Tyga)
4. You Right (Doja X Weeknd)
5. Like That (Doja X Gucci)
6. In Your Eyes[remix]( Weeknd X Doja)
Bonus tracks:
7. Agora hill's(Doja)
8. Pillowtalk (Zayn)
The EP featured a total of 8 songs, with the first 6 being strictly collaborations between Landon and Amala. The last two however were solo tracks, with Amala much like the original timeline singing Agora hill's, but now Landon will close off the EP with his song 'Pillowtalk' (coughs).
Rachel landed her ear and the songs hit her soul, apart from 'I like you' which had heard prior, the other songs were new and fresh.
"Wow...if I didn't know better I'd say this ep is just you and Amala explaining how good your love life is."
Rachel said, teasing Landon. Who at this point started getting flustered.
"Oh, by the way. Are you sure about us taking on the role of representative of this 'Lyrical Lemonade' dictator?"
Rachel innocently asked. Landon just smiled and responded.
"Trust me, Rach. This guy is quality, and we need that. But I get what you're worried about, we've signed way too many people in one year. Technically speaking I'm one of them,but I can guarantee that he's the last one for a while."
Rachel looked at Landon for a while before ultimately just shrugging off his statement, she had spent enough time with him to this point to know that he has a good eye for scouting talent.
"Fine...but you gotta keep to your word,no more artist signing for a while. And I need you to take a vacation soon, you've been working nonstop for almost a who year now. There's so only so much the human body can take."
Her statement was clear,and Landon just nodded to respect her decision.
"I promise you this, Rachel. After my album drops I'll only focus on what's needed,I won't over tax myself anymore."
"Good."
Rachel answered. The two of them continued to have a back and forth about music and all that, so much as that they had completely lost track of time. It wasn't up until Emma came to the room that they had noticed that a whole 4 hours had passed.
"Is this a Good time to come in?"
"Emma, what brings you here?"
"Well, I have something for Landon. A feature request from an American Record label."
Emma said, putting the tablet down for all to see. The feature request was from Lucian Wolff(OG Character) the Patriarch and leader of the Wolff Family and Dynasty Records, a legendary rap pioneer turned billionaire mogul, who rose to fame in the Kate 1990's. He had a total of 6 Solo studio albums, and in early 2000's he founded Dynasty Records. Now he leads his family of three boys as the patriarch of the Wolff Family.
"Lucian Wolf...mhhm, what does a legend like him want with me?:
Landon asked nonchalantly.
"We'll, long story short. He requested a feature from you for his youngest son's debute album."
(Why does this feel so much like deja vu?)
"His youngest son? Who's that?"
"Raheem Wolff."
Emma said, adjusting her glasses.
"Wait...let me get this straight. His name is Lucian Wolf, he owns 'Dynasty Records' and has a son called Raheem? What's next, his wife is cookie and she spent 17 years in jail?"
Landon asked,scratching his head at the whole situation. Emma let out a soft sigh before answering him.
"Not really,but close. Firstly his wife is Sweetie Wolff, and yes,she did spend 17 years in jail. She actually got put earlier this year."
Landon froze at the sound of that statement.
(N-no wonder this felt familiar, all this talk about Lucian Wolff this and that, in my world he had a different name. And he was a lion, not a wolf...well he was also a TV character...holy Molly, just what crazy world did I get send to?)
"Hello, earth to Landon. Landon, are you there? Hello?"
Emma called out to the phased out Landon. Who shrug his head for a second before getting back to his senses.
"I'm sorry...I'm just feeling a bit overwhelmed, that's all. This Raheem,let Mr guess, his wild, arrogant and obnoxious?"
"Landon, does not a nice thing to say."
Rachel commented.
"What? I just want to confirm something here,rach."
He looked back at Emma, who just nodded to agree to what Landon had asked earlier.
"And his two brothers, one is a well talented singer while the other is more of a well compressed business man?"
Landon asked yet again, with Emma casually nodding again to futher confirm his suspicions.
(Great...I really am stuck in a world similar to that one...oh well, no help in over thinking it. I just have to do what I've been doing for the past year,make good music and enjoy) [what he means is still future hit songs]
"I'll do it, the feature request that is. But tell them that I can only start mid January, Rachel has ordered me to go on a break and rest up."
"Alright then,I'll let Lucian and Dynasty know. Thank you for your time."
Just like that Emma felt the room. Rachel feeling that Landon had a lot on his mind also excused herself from the room. Landon stared at his monitor and a big grin formed from his lips.
(Honestly, I don't know if this is a blessing or what, but if I'm in a world similar to that show, then it means that thr actors playing those characters don't exist...haa, that's more songs I can record. But truth be told, I don't know a lot of their songs, but I do know which songs from the show were popular, that means I can somewhat work with them. But honestly, if the Wolff Family is any thing like them then problem await me of I get too involved with them...what a drag."
Meanwhile, in New York city.
A light brown man is seem in his office, holding a glass of whiskey as he looks out of his office window. A few moments pass and enters this polished, pristine, and corporate-chic. She is instantly recognizable by her impeccably styled, pixie cut hair. Her short, dark hair is always sleek, neatly cropped, and framed precisely around her faceShe is instantly recognizable by her impeccably styled, pixie cut hair. Her short, dark hair is always sleek, neatly cropped, and framed precisely around her face.
She has a glowing, light-brown skin tone. Her makeup is usually striking but sophisticated, frequently featuring bold, dark lip liner or classic red lipstick paired with clean, minimalist eye makeup.
Waering her signature Tailored, form-fitting pencil skirt,a neutral color palette consisting of creams, whites, greys, and deep blues. She was the head of A&R at Dynasty Records, and Lucian's fiance at the time, Jessica Calhoun.
"Lucian, a word?"
She said softly, while others may think it was a request, it was actually an order.