Double Page Spread Analysis 1: NME

The double page spread is an iconic feature in a music magazine as many peopel look forward to reading what an artist is getting up to or what they do in their spare time. the double page spread here is mainly occupied with a picture of three middle aged presumably men. the picture of the three men should relate to what the article should be about. the colour scheme in the article is very simple making sure that they dont give their readersw a headache looking at the simple image. the colour blue conveys coolness and almost a laid back approach to things. rather than an interview like ordinary magazines the editor has opted for a long article which is good for those who like reading. the fact box in the corner is very unique as it means that the reader has something more interesting rather than just stare at the text. something else in the background is more features in the magazine making it more appealing to the reader and the audience and that would encourage them to buy it. On the image of the band that takes up the entire left side is very impressive. The band members are all looking towards the camera which gives the magazine a personal feel as you read through it. There is a small box in the corner which looks like a a ripped piece of paper with small pieces of information on the band. In the middle of the page is the band name in a box same colour which is spread throughout the spread. It stands out as the title as it is bigger than anything else on the page. But not so big that is becomes the only thing. There is also a shape above that says “NME loves” which gives support to the band and encourages people to buy their CD if their magazine likes it. There is an article on the page about the bands history and there are some quotes aswell which are highlighted inside a box of the same colour of the title. On the far right of the page in a column is some information on other bands similiar to this band.

the image is obviously the main feature of the double page spread and it is very eye catchy. the main article