MUSIC MAGAZINE DOUBLE PAGE SPREAD

ANALYSISALIYAH RAOOF

Q Magazine- Double Page Spread AnalysisThe first of the double page spread is full of text and has on medium image which is a medium long shot. The second page has one main image of the Cheryl, showing that the article is about her.

There is one heading which is at the top of the page, “cheryl COLE” This stand out because its at the top of the page, its bigger font, bold and is red. A shadow on the page is a big “C” which is also red, this makes the page look more interesting and powerful.

The image of her on the second page is a long shot, it her full body language being confident, determined and powerful. The interview in the text is written in paragraphs- this could be to see if the reader is determined to read the whole interview. There is a quote in the bottom left corner of the page which makes the page look more interesting.

Top of the Pops Magazine-Double Page Spread Analysis

The first of the double page spread has large text in black and then pink which is a quote from the star. This is bigger, bolder and brighter than the rest of the text implying it’s important and that is what the rest of the article is about.

In the of text there is a small image which is a mid-shot. The second page has one main image of the Cher which is a long shot showing her full body language, this shows the article is about her.

There are no headings however there are subheadings (the interview questions) which are in baby pink, reflecting her innocence and to intrigue the audience

The interview in the text is written in short Paragraphs with spaces to ensure the reader does not lose concentration.

NME Magazine-Double Page Spread Analysis

The first page has an image of Florence which is a long shot showing her full attitude and body language, this shows the article is about her as it’s the first thing you see.

This is bigger, bolder and brighter than the rest of the text implying it’s important and that is what the rest of the article is about.

There are two headings which are bigger then the rest of the text, there are no subheadings.The interview is written in three long columns showing that its for an older audience because younger people would lose concentration and get bored if they read this.

Vibe Magazine-Double Page Spread Analysis

The first page has an image which is a close up of the singer, this shows the article is about him because t’s the first thing you see when you turn the page.

The text above the two columns is bigger and is in two colours to gain the readers attention; yellow and black. Showing that it’s important and is related to the article.

There are no subheadings.The interview is written in two long columns also showing that its for an older audience because younger people would lose concentration and get bored if they read this.

Flavour Magazine-Double Page Spread Analysis

There is one image on the double page spread, the image is of the artist the articles is about. The image is a medium long shot showing her to be confident and powerful. We know the article is about her as it’s the first thing you see when you turn the page.

The two colours used on the page are black and pink which are bold eye catching colours expressing her femininity.

The headings are in pink and the subheadings are in black like the rest of the text however they are bigger in size.

The interview is written in three long columns showing that its for a female audience because there is use of feminine colours and the text is more complex and long.

Differences

Top of the Pops is different then the rest of the Magazines because: ♪ They have lots of images.♪ It has a lot of writing which is all close together.♪ It’s brighter and a lot more girly.

Q is Different then the rest of the Magazine because:♪ It uses more intense and mysterious colours.♪ One main image on the right side of the page which is

a medium long shot.♪ There is a lot of text on the left side of the page

NME is Different then the rest of the Magazines Because:♪ It has text on the right page♪ The main image on the left page shows her fully♪ It has a pug at the bottom of the page.

Vibe is Different then the rest of the Magazines Because:♪ Vibe uses a dark colour as the background for

the main image on the left page.♪ It has a small amount of text on the right page

all together making it harder to read

Flavour is Different then the rest of the Magazines Because:♪ Uses bright colour for the subheadings♪ One big main image on the right side of the

page♪ The main image used is less appropriate for

younger people.

Similarities Between All of the Magazines:♪ They all have a main image which is big.♪ They are all an interview of someone.♪ They all have a bold heading.♪ They all use black in some part of the page.♪ They all use a standard font and a small size of text.♪ The colours used on all of the magazine reflect each magazines target

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Similarities between some magazines:♪ Top of the Pops and Q have a main image on the right side of the double page

spread have a barcode on the front cover whereas Q and Flavour do not.♪ NME, Vibe and Flavour use one main image on the right side of the double page

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