Music Magazine Conventions

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The codes and conventions of a magazine are critical to its success in attracting customers. Without a bold cover, the magazine would not bring the attention needed to ensure the sale of magazines. Above, the different elements on the cover of the example magazine demonstrate use of typical print codes and conventions. The classic masthead is displayed to the left, not a common way of formatting magazine covers. There is a unique skyline with colourful text font. Lana Del Rey, the celebrity featured on the magazine cover, is centered on the magazine. Her name is written in large font to the left of her, in bright pink. This, alongside other pink writing, indicates it is a magazine targeted towards younger audiences and in particular women. The text at the bottom left of the page, stating ‘so what’s so bloody good?’ is a English way of speaking, meaning the magazine is sold in England or targeted towards audience there. It may be to increase awareness and popularity of Lana Del Rey even more, or excite audiences who are already interested in her music.