The target audience for the rock/pop magazine is 15-24 year olds of both genders to attract a broader readership than other music magazines that are majority male. The socio-economic group is A-C1, targeting those interested in bands like The Black Keys and The Rolling Stones. According to Katz's Uses & Gratifications theory, readers will be able to personally identify with cover stars and genres. These exploratory readers aim to learn about classic rock bands and be informed according to Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs. The stereotypical reader is described as a 15-24 year old male wearing checked shirts and jeans.