To grasp an idea of how to set out a double page spread and make it look attractive, I need to analyse a couple from a music magazine. Once again, I am going to pick one from Kerrang! Magazine.
Issue # 1276
Article:
Main Title - Font change puts emphasis on the word 'fun'. The yellow makes it bold a bright, making it stand out.
Photography - Relaxed, easy going, friendly. All members are smiling and laughing which means they are having a good time; it reflects the band and their image. It's staged with props and the mise en scene presents a place of fun and relaxation.
Puffs - Quotes from the article entice the readfer into reading it - they're giving an insight into what's included in the article.
Postage stamp - It's metaphorical; it's as if they band are sending a message to the reader.
Colours - Colour scheme is clear; yellow, black, orange, and white.
Content - Various lingual techniques. eg. elipses, rule of three, etc. The article is about the band finally picking up and playing at reading, asking fans to "see at least one set".
Issue #1183
Gig review:
Main title - bold, yet plain and simple - Doesn't distract the reader from the main review. Includes a rating - informs the readers of the gig's success.
Photography - Live gig pictures. Main image is of the lead singer with the fans, showing him as appreciative and interactive; good publicity. Others include band members and also of them socialising weith their support band and having fun.
Writing/captions - Puns about the pictures making it comical for the reader. White on black makes them stand out so they won't be missed.
Sellotape - Looks like the photos have been stuck down to make a montage of images. It also looks more realistic.
Content - Review on 'Avenged Sevonfold's' gig in London. Includes both negative and positive feedback. There is also a section called "how was it for you?", containing a statement from a band member making it more appealing to the reader.
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