Cover Analysis-Detailed

Magazine cover 1

What does the title mean?

The word 'mix' is instantly associated with music- you think of mixing dj decks. this helps to portray the image of a music magazine. The word 'mag' has been shortened to give it an informal feel, and again appeal to the target market. Shortening the words is what teenagers tend to do in text talk therefore making the word abbreviated attracts the younger generation to the magazine. This magazine will initially appeal to those interested in music. 

Heading

• The heading is spaced very close to the top- almost touching. This helps to create more space for the actual image.
• The heading is spaced double the distance that it is from the top. this is because the heading is a long word so a lot of space is needed, however the font is still kept small to make the word fit comfortably on the page, as well as this it keeps enough space for the large picture on the background
• The font used is EmBauhaus bold- it helps to create a fun aspect to the magazine
• It is all in lower case, this gives it a sense of informality which will therefore appeal to the younger generations, it links in with their target market which is from about 16-30
• All of the other wiring on the page is written in upper case- this helps to differentiate from the different aspects of the front cover
• The heading is larger than any other writing on the magazine, this is so that it is obvious that it is the name of the magazine and it draws attention to the eye 
• The colour is yellow on a brown background, this again helps to emphasise and draw attention to the magazine 
• The 'i' on the header helps to make it unique and helps to identify the brand, it also creates a fun theme for the magazine as it is a music magazine therefore is very upbeat

Rule of 3

The page is split into 3 this helps to make the picture look more dynamic. your eye is automatically drawn to the center of the page as it is seen as more static. Having the models hands in either third it helps to create a welcoming effect as it draws the reader in, the hands help to entice the reader as they look like they are reaching out to grab your hand. The subject being placed near to the edge of the front cover helps the eye to focus on all of the picture and take all of it in. The rule of thirds help to make the photo more captivating and intriguing to the reader.

There are features on the side of that page. This helps to break the page up. This is because the writing is heavily focused on the right side of the page therefore adding in images evens it out. It also tells you what will be inside the magazine.

Information that is in the magazine is listed on the left hand side. It is white, this contrasts well with the brown background. The more important information is enlarged and made bold. The words loosely mould around the image.

The words 'David Guetta' are in bold and yellow, this is so that it makes a clear statement. The yellow against the dark background means that it will not be missed. It is the first thing that you are drawn to and instantly the genre of the magazine is easily identifiable. It is lower down in the page, this splits the page up. A serif font has been used. This contrasts with the sans serif 'mixmag'

Having a sticker on the front cover makes it more desirable. 'The Guardian' states that people are more attracted to a magazine or book if they have a sticker on them- therefore this creates a strong selling point for the magazine. Making it yellow keeps it within the house style, it also makes it stand out with the bold pink writing. Placing it on his right shoulder divides the page as it is a strong focal point.

This is more information. The white and yellow is the magazines house style. It works well contrasting the two together and putting them on a dark background so that they can be clearly seen.

Magazine cover 2

What does the title mean?

The title 'NME' stands for 'New Musical Express'. It instantly is obvious what the magazine is about and therefore will entice the music fans to read the magazine. The magazine is known for discovering and promoting up and coming artists. Their target audience is 16-30 year olds and the magazine is associated with newly found artists therefore the title is relevant and relateable and easy to understand.

Heading

• The title has been abbreviated this helps to appeal to the younger generation as they use text talk. it makes it catchy and memorable as it is only 3 letters, it also saves space on the page.
• The red writing on the white background is commonly recognized for the NME associated things- this helps to identify the brand
• It is written in block writing to make it clear and it stands out
• It is positioned roughly 1.5 cm from the top of the page and the same from the side- this gives it a floating effect and again makes it stand out

Promotion 

The magazine has used a promotional offer to entice people to buy the magazine. Featuring competitions on the front page of a magazine will help to increase sales as the public like competitions. As well as this it suits the target market as offering a chance to win festival tickets to 16-30 year olds appeals to them. As the magazine is music orientated using festival tickets as a prize ties in well as it will appeal to that target market has they have chosen that magazine due to their interest in music.

Unique slogan

This makes the magazine more desirable- making it a unique issue will make people more likely to buy the magazine.

Making the artists name in a bold striking colour will instantly attract the consumer. It is evident that red is the main colour used in the house style. It is also in a serif font, this contrasts with the bright red mast head that is also a serif font. Making it the center of the magazine gives it dominance over the page making it eye catching.

Including other artists from the same genre of music will also attract the target audience. Again the colours keep in with the house style which is red and white. 

Making the picture center of the page conforms to the 'rule of thirds'.  Tyler the Creator is in the middle of the magazine because he is the main feature. He is an important figure in the rap industry and therefore he will be vastly recognised, this will entice people to buy the magazine. Accessorizing him in a crown and jewels portrays a controversial message, as by wearing things associated with the royal family he is creating a mockery of them. It links with the quote and gives you an insight into the article inside.