Conversation so far:
How did Eddie get started?
won a talent contest.
Where was this talent contest held?
New Jersey.
What did the contest lead to?
an hour of Saturday night radio show.
What was the show called?
time to broadcast.
How long did it last?
an hour.
What did the performance lead to?
first record deal.
Who did he sign with?
20th Century Records.

Question: Did he like his deal?
Self-contained rewrite: Did Eddie Rabbitt  like his first record deal with 20th Century Records?