Analysis of my own music

magazine RockSound
Olivia Timmins

Masthead- The masthead on this page is big, bold and stands out. It is eye catching and
the first thing that the target audience sees when the pick up this magazine. The colour
stands out on the masthead and the font is bold so again it captures the TAs attention.
Cover lines- The cover lines on this page are quite jumbled up but they stand out. They
are in different shapes that fit around the main image of the magazine. This makes them
look more interesting and engaging.
Mode of Address- The cover of this magazine communicates with the target audience
by the models looking directly into the camera so it looks as though they are looking
at the reader, this creates a sense of intimacy between the magazine and the reader.
Model/group- The group on this front cover are shown as a long shot so the target
audience can see their full bodies and the clothing that they are wearing. They are
looking straight into the camera and are standing it quite a casual pose. This tells us
that the magazine is quite chilled out and relaxed, this could also mean that the
magazine is easy for the target audience to read.

re- The genre of this magazine would be rock/alternative. I know this because firstly the masthead indicates what type
music this magazine is about, also the artists featured in this magazine are alternative bands/solo artists.

code- The barcode is centred at the bottom left side of the magazine, this is so it doesnt take the focus away from the
e and any important content which is displayed.

ur Scheme- The colour scheme on this page is mainly bright colours such as blue, red, white and yellow. The bright
ur scheme makes the page stand out from other magazines and instantly captures the audiences attention. It is
sing to the eye and makes people want to read the magazine as it looks fun and inviting.
Strapline- The strapline for this magazine is "For those who like their music loud, extreme and non-conformist"
This is a catchy phrase which will ensure the target audience memorise the magazine and what it sells.

presentation- Rock Sound constructs aspects of real life by using real people as the main image for the magazine,
ntioning tour dates and events that have either happened or are happening.

Layout/Rule of Thirds- The rule of thirds on this page is appealing because the main imag
is centred in the middle of the top square which makes the layout look appealing to the
eye. The cover lines are also in separate boxes of the rule of thirds which again make it
interesting and enjoyable to look at.
Main Cover Line- The main cover line on this page is Access all areas with against the
current, the hottest band on warped. This is based just below the centre of the page in
bold and big lettering. It immediately stands out and catches the attention of readers.
Anchorage- The anchorage in this cover links the main image and the text together. They
include the same content and tell us that the main image is going to be featured inside
the magazine.
Denotation- The literal meaning of access all areas would be that the reader is going to
go with the band and explore new places and find new information. However, the
connotation / hidden meaning would be that inside the magazine the reader is going to
find out new information about the band and see what they have been getting up to.

on- The band on this cover aren't icons but you can tell that they are well known as in the main cover line it says hottes
nd on warped. This gives us the impression that they have a wide audience and have a lot of supporters.

se-en-scene- The mise en scene of this page is really pleasing to the eye as all the colours link together so it looks
pealing to the audience.
Direct Address- The cover of this magazine connects with the target audience as the model is looking
directly into the camera lens and it gives the impression that they are looking at the audience.

Audience Profile/lifestyle- The target audience of this magazine would be males and females of the ages 14-20 year
ould have a good social life and enjoy going to gigs and concerts with friends. They would have a part time job on the
nds and spend their earnings on music and records.

Layout- the layout of the layout of this contents page

Is pleasing as it is easy to pick out where things are
placed. The page is set out in blocks so it looks
pleasing to the eye.
Fonts- The fonts on this account are all matching
which make the page look tidy and pleasing to the
eye, it makes it look neat and customers are more
likely to buy a magazine that looks tidy.
Main Image- the main image on this page is the same
as on the front cover, this tells us that the two pages
are linked together and that they share the same
content.
Page numbers- there are page numbers at the bottom
corner of the page to indicate what page it is and what
Is on that page.
types- the shot type on this page is a mid shot as it only shows the top half of the peoples bodies.

eading/Title- the masthead of this page is based at the top of the magazine, it stands out as it is in big letters and the
also stand out. The words welcome the reader to the magazine and makes them feel wanted and welcome.

eadings- the subheadings on this page inform the reader what type of content will be featured in this magazine and
ypes of different people work with the magazine.

ssue number- this magazine doesnt have any date or issue number. The reason for this might be because the magazin
ell known that they didnt feel it was necessary to add the issue number.

s around images- there are borders around images on this page to make them stand out against the white background
ans that the audiences attention will go straight to the images. This tells us that the images are important.

mns- on this page the text is set out into separate columns to show the different texts have different content in.

n scene- the frame on this page is pleasing to the eye as everything links together and in a correct order. The images
clumped together but spread out as well as the text.

Mode of Address- this page communicates with the

Audience by saying welcome to rock sound this is
Like the magazine is inviting the audience in and
Is more personal to the target audience.
Article Titles- the titles on this page inform the
Target audience what content is in the magazine
And where to find them. It is a quick and easy way
To find the information we need.
Rule of thirds- the rule of thirds in this page is
The text as it fits well within the borders and the
Images also fit in with the rule of thirds. This makes
The page look appealing to the target audience.
Target Audience- the target audience would be
Attracted to this page as it has lots of bright colours
And images to look out which make the page more
Exciting and interesting to read.

hor- images are linked to captions to tell us what the image is about and what content it involves. This is helpful as the
ence wont need to guess as to why the images are there and why they are relevant to the magazine.

head- the masthead on this page stands out as it is in bright colours and centered at the top of the page so it is
rst thing most people will see when opening the magazine.

Font and type size- the font size varies on this page
As it is either very big or quite small. This informs us
That the bigger text is more important than the
Smaller text and they want us to read that first.
Page numbers- there are page numbers on this
Page to tell the audience what page it is and what
Content is on the page.
Captions- the captions below the images tell us what
The image is about and what we can expect from it.

Main Image- the main image takes up the whole page,

From this I can learn that the image is the main focus
Of the page and the artist is also the main point.
Use of images- there is only one image on this page
And it fills the whole space. The use of images here
Inform us that the image is the key focus of the page.

rs- on this page the colours are bright and stand out, this attracts attention and draws the reader in to the page.

pace- space in this page is used well, there are no empty spaces or gaps and everything on the page has a purpose.

width and positioning- there is only one column used in this page, however it makes it look tidy and nicely
ed.

mage and text are integrated- the text and image are integrated because the text informs us as to what the image is
o they link together.

ation- the literal meaning of the words riding with the wild things. would be that the target audience will be going
de with the band shown on the page as they have bikes and look ready to go somewhere.
tation- the hidden meaning of that would be that we are going to read about what the artist have been doing.

gn- the design of this page is very good as it doesnt look messy but neat and all linked together as one. There are no
y spaces or gaps which make the design look pleasing to look at.

Overall impression- my overall impression of this

Page would be that its very colour therefore it
Attracts the target audience as they will want to
Read it and see what exciting content is on the page.

Representation- this page represents aspects of

Real life by using real people as the main image
And referring to tour dates and photos.

Profile/target audience- the target audience would

Be attracted to this page as it shows a young band
That the target audience would be interested in and
The use of bright colours would also attract the
Audience.