Double page spread analysis - NME

This double page spread is a very appealing and approachable to teenagers, in which is the target audience for this magazine, not to mention the name of the band! Them main image takes over more than on of the sides of the double page spread. It is a very effective photo as it makes the audience feel that they are welcome to find out more about the band and that there is nothing to hide. The image shows three typical teenage boys wearing basic jeans and casual tops, something the average teenage boy wears. It also shows their bedroom which also reflects on a stereotypical boys bedroom. Not caring about bedcovers and wallpaper, but with their walls covered with revealing pictures of girls. This will help to connect to the males target audience as they will be able to relate to this way of life. Reflecting to the pictures on the wall and the cliché ‘young dumb and full of … filthy tunes.’ Although it has been changed to make appropriate for the magazine, every teenage mind would know the real phrase which is meant to be said. The quote ‘Of course were a sexual band. Were The Teenagers and that’s all we think about’ also helps bring the witty teenage puns and comments for the target audience to connect with.
The bright blue colour which highlights the most important parts of this double page spread, including the title and the quotations is really effective as it really makes them stand out and instantly catches the audiences attention. There is not three columns of text which you would usually find on a double page spread. However only having two may be effective for this age of the target audience. A smaller amount of text appeals to teenagers as it is not to much to handle. The little amount of text starts with a drop down letter, which makes the text look more appealing and shows exactly where it begins.
Next to the bands name, there is a sign stating ‘NME loves.’ This suggests since the magazine love them that the audience should too. Place at the bottom of the photo in a bright blue box is a ‘need to know.’ This will be added in every issue, but just helps the audience connect with the band on the double page spread. On the right hand side are bands of the same genre which may also suit the target audience. It is boxed of in black to show that it is a totally different band.
I like the connection between the audience and the image, and will try and make that bond with the image I use. However, I think I will be sticking to a more defined colour scheme with a little bit more text added.