Layout – The whole double page spread has one big image as its background. The article is on the right hand side and is organised into two neat rows with a big headline at the top. It’s simple but really effective, it really stands out and it makes a change from the usual black and white style.
Imagery – The main image is a background, a terrain (quite rocky), the main band is pictured on the left page, they look like a typical rock band with all their tattoos, black clothing and hard look attitudes etc. I think the imagery is fantastic and really suits it. This is probably the strongest element of the whole two pages.
Typography – The font used for the main articles is hard to see, but it will probably be a simple sans-serif font so that it is easily readable. The font used for the main headline is a very typical rock style font as it is eroded and looks really rough. Again although this is common, it is still very effective.
Colour – The three main colours are black, blue and brown. The blue sky, the brown ground (rocks) and the black clothing that the band is wearing. The text is black and is on a white semi transparent background. The transparency surprisingly stands out well and makes the page look good. The colours are good choices, they all go well together.
Use of Language – The main headline has a swear word in, so from this I can tell that there will be a lot of informal casual talk which will include swearing and slang (this is Kerrang!’s style). This isn’t something to be read by children, it sticks to its target audience well.
Main Sells – The headline doesn’t give much away, but if you recognise the band and you like them then this will make you want to read it.
Target Audience – The double page spread sticks to its intended audience and style and succeeds with flying colours. The layout and look of the page is fantastic, but that doesn’t mean you would want to read it.
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