1. Kerrang!
Double Page
Spread Analysis

3. This is an unusual masthead
of the double page spread as
it is a pulled quote from the
main body text. However, it is
still very eye catching to the
reader.
The typography contains different colours, fonts and sizes which
gives it an edgy feel. They typography is bold and capitalised with
the text in colours white and pink. The text stands out as it
contrasts the black background it has been placed into. The
largest piece of text in the masthead is ‘ABSOLUTELY!’ which
connotes positivity. Certain words have been presented in pink,
bolder font which implies these words are important and need to
catch the readers attention. The strap line under the masthead
tells the reader what is included on the pages which is beneficial
as this helps the reader realise whether or not they want to read
on.

4. The main image on the page is of a famous
band star called Davey Havok. He is the
dominant feature on the page as he is
spread largely the whole first page. Celebrity
endorsement has been used which will bring
in a secondary audience to the magazine as
fans of Davey will want to read more about
him. His genre of music is rock and his
clothing and appearance reflects this. His
arms are covered in tattoos which are
stereotypically associated with rock stars.
He is wearing a necklace with a cross on it
which connotes he is religious. This is
unusual as rock stars are seen as rebels and
not religious. He is wearing a casual T-Shirt
which connotes he is laid back and doesn’t
care about his appearance. This colour of his
outfit reflects the colour scheme of the page
which is black, grey, white and pink. These,
apart from pink, are all colours associated
with rock. He is using direct mode of address
so catches the audiences attention and
draws the reader in.

5. The text has been set out into
3 columns which is a typical
convention of a magazine. This
is because it is clear to read for
the audience. The typography
in the main body text is small
yet still easy to read. The font
is consistent throughout the
interview which is contrasting
to the masthead which is very
unique. Drop cap typography
has also been used to start off
the text. This has been used to create a different sense of style. In this case,
the drop cap letter is ‘D’ which stands for Davey connoting he is an important
figure. Each question that has been asked in the interview has been
surrounded by a white box. This ensures that the question stands out to the
reader and it clear to read. The white box contrasts the dark grey background
which makes it more eye catching and bold.

6. I think that the bright, white lights that border the double
page spread is extremely effective. As the pages are about
a rock star who regularly performs on stage, the lights
reflect this really well. They imply that he is on stage.
White stars have also been superimposed onto the page.
These connote happiness and positivity and imply that he
himself is a star. The connotation of positivity and
happiness contrasts the stereotypical image of the rock
genre which is normally associated with rebels and Goths.

7. At the top of the page, an eye catching shape has been
superimposed with the text ‘NEWS’ in it. The typography is
large, bold, capitalised font and is a strong, bright red colour.
This makes it very eye catching to the reader and their
attention will be drawn to this. By putting the text in a
different colour to all other text on the page, it implies that
this is important information. Also, an institutional aspect has
been placed in the box to promote the magazine, which is the
website of the magazine online.

8. The majority of the colours on the page are grey, black and
white, which are all strongly associated with rock. However,
as very contrasting colour has been added; pink. This is very
unusual for a rock genre magazine as pink is stereotypically
associated with girls. The target audience for this magazine is
of a youthful target market of both girls and boys, so a
mixture of colours must be used to please all readers.