Focus Group

Music Magazine Pictures

Pictures for Music Magazine: Front Cover

Here are some pictures that I could potentially use for my Music Magazine Front Cover.

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Original Version                                                                                                        

Edited Version

  

Editing Process in iPhoto

                                                           

I have edited this photo in iPhoto, by boosting and fading the colours to create a dark image resembling the niche genre of music. I think that the look and proportions of the image would be best suited to a double page spread as oppose to a front cover. The dull, dingy colours would appeal more to a teenage audience which is in fact the target reader. 

                       
2

Original Version

 Edited Version

 

 Editing Process in iPhoto

I really like this photo but I do not think it would be seen on the front of a music magazine as it is not zoomed in. However, I particularly like the colours and the position of the model as he looks casual and relaxed, resembling the style of music.

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Original Version

 

Edited Version

 

 Editing Process in iPhoto

 

I have edited this photo into black and white and I have also boosted the colours to give a sharper image. I think that this photo would look better on a Contents page as it perhaps gives the reader an insight into the type of music displayed, the dark colours reinforce this aspect. The model is looking away from the camera which implies a sense of uncertainty and mystery enticing the audience into reading inside.

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Original Version

Edited Version

Editing Process in iPhoto

 

I have edited this photo in iPhoto by fading and boosting the colour, I also used the "antique" tool giving the photo a retro image. I do not think that this photo would be appropriate in my music magazine as the model does not make eye contact and the position he is sitting in also looks awkward which is not suitable for the front cover.

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Original Version

Edited Version

 

I thought this image would particularly suit the contents page as I am planning on having black and white images with coloured text in order for the text to stand out to the audience. I used the internet editing site called "Picnik" in order to edit my image to suit the magazine genre. By using this particular location (skate park) and having the model holding a guitar, this image presents the correct codes and conventions of a music magazine.

Edited Photos of Other Artists

The Rifles

Original Version

 

Edited Version

Interpol

Original Version

Edited Version

Underage Festival

Original Version

Edited Version

Reading Festival

Original Version

Edited Version

Clothing for Photoshoot

The target audience for this music magazine genre are of a specific type therefore, I need to use particular codes and conventions that would appeak to a certain target audience, through clothes, etc. My music magazine is a niche type of brand aimed at unique and quirky types of young males and females. My model will be wearing clothes such as, skinny jeans, checkered shirts, vans and more clothes of that indie, casual style.

Office Website

 Topman Website

        Topshop Website

 

Urban Outfitters Website

I would expect the typical reader to shop in places such as, Topshop/Topman, Urban Outfitters, Office and Asos, for the specific niche look.

As the model/artist I am using plays the guitar, I have included shots where the instrument is present which is a fundamental code and convention of a music magazine of the indie/alternative genre.

Here is a link to the "Fender" guitar website which is a particular favourite make of most guitar players, these guitars are seen as prestigious:

Fender Website

Photo Shoot Locations

Below are the two separate locations that I chose for my photoshoots. Both locations included various places which were suitable for me to take photos, I have listed them below and you will be able to see them in the photos I have taken.

Lake Meadows, Billericay, Essex

• Skate Park
• Lake
• Park (Greenery)
• Lake Avenue
• Bridge that runs over Billericay Train Station
• Bus Stop

South Woodham Ferrers, Chelmsford, Essex

• Skate Park
• Graffiti Wall
• Street
• Park (Greenery)
• Brick Wall

Discarded Music Magazine Pictures

Similar Products of interest to the Target Audience

As my media product is directed at a particular demographic audience, in order to show a representation of similar products of interest related to the target reader, I have attached some links below which would possibly appeal to a potential reader:

Music Venues:  
Chinnerys, Southend - Local music venue
KOKO, Camden
o2 Academy Brixton
Rough Trade Record Stores, Brick Lane


Magazines:
NME Magazine
LOOK Magazine


Festivals:
Reading and Leeds Festivals 
Underage Festival 

Music Sites:
Pitchfork

The Fly 

The Fader 

Clothing:
H&M 
American Apparel 
Forever 21 

Shot Types for Photoshoot

Before completing the photoshoots in both locations, I created a list of some of the shots I knew I wanted to capture. I took many more photos than what is written down but here is just an example:

 

By planning my photoshoot this way, it was much easier to capture the correct images for my Music Magazine.

Questionnaire for Music Magazine

I created a questionnaire on "Google Docs." which allows me to gain responses from the target audience that would generally read my music magazine.

Brand Profile: Live!

"Live!" is a niche magazine, providing both new and well-known Indie music to music lovers across the country. The magazine is a prime opportunity for young, less mainstream bands to promote themselves via advertising gigs, articles and interviews with them. Today's Indie sub-culture are always looking for new and upcoming bands to follow, this magazine is different to others, not only displaying well-known, iconic bands of the Indie genre, but also, influencing the reader to listen to smaller bands, resulting in an eclectic outcome. Each month, the magazine provides the latest news and reviews from gigs and new album releases from music of this particular genre. The unique, up and coming bands of the current climate appeal to a younger audience, however, displaying articles and releasing special editions on bands, such as "The Smiths" appeals to an older audience.

Reader Profile

The typical reader of this Indie genre of magazine is a young, affluent, passionate, music lover as this magazine provides a deep insight into the lives and music careers of artists and bands. The target audience often enjoy seeing live bands and take a great interest into other aspects of life, such as fashion, influenced by bands in this magazine. You could find the average reader situated in "Rough Trade Record Store", dressed in stylish, youthful clothing, often wearing "Converse" or "Vans". All readers, both male and female show passion for music, not only listening and seeing live bands, but also playing instruments in bands themselves. The target age group is from 17-25, however music of this genre could appeal to anyone of any age group, however the language confirms that this magazine is primarily for young people.

 

Analysis of Music Magazines

Analysing Music Magazines on Prezi

Typography

What is Typography?

Definition:

"Typography refers to the arrangement of text on a page, and appears in some form or another in all instances of written communication."

  

I am going to choose four different fonts that could be used for the title of the Sixth Form magazine front cover. I will then show all of these various fonts to my focus group and I will then choose the most popular font to feature on the front cover. The chosen type will need to appeal to 16-18 year olds as they are the students who will be reading the magazine and also appeal to both males and females as the magazine will cater for the whole Sixth form; both genders.

Music Magazine Pictures

This picture is of "The Editors" at the V Festival, it displays the band mid-set with various instruments. I feel that the picture could be too busy for a front cover of a music magazine.

This picture was take at Reading Festival, it captures the spirit of the music and festival lovers. However, this picture is very dark so therefore is not appropriate for the front cover of a music magazine.

"The Rascals" at Underage Festival