The layout of the magazine cover is effective in highlighting key information about Eminem. A central picture of Eminem with a stern expression hints that the article provides an in-depth look at his past drug use. Bold red text and fading grey text above help convey Eminem's past struggles and transformation away from drugs. The simple color scheme and positioning of elements keeps the focus on Eminem.

1. The layout of this magazine front cover is
effective because it has a picture In the centre of
Eminem, he has his arms crossed which gives a
serious tone to the front cover. Also his facial
expression is quite stern which also hints that the
feature article on him is no joke. The colour
scheme in this certain past of the front cover is
effective as his name is in a bold block red which
shows a supposed dominance, the red could also
be used to connote courage relating to the
admitted drug use. The grey writing above which
highlights the drugs that have been used is
effective as the colour looks as if its fading away
which could indicate that Eminem's use of drugs
is fading away. The colour scheme is also effective
as it only uses 3 main colours being red, black and
grey, this fits in well with the picture of Eminem
as he is wearing a black top, the colour scheme
works the whole way through the front cover and
even though the masthead, going from black,
fading to grey and ending up with red.
The masthead off this magazine is also effective and not only because of the colour scheme, it
highlights how well known this magazine is to the target audience as Eminem is covering some
of it, this shows how even though the whole masthead isn’t there it will still be recognised, the
colour of the masthead could also connote Eminem's transformation from drug use, black
showing his dark blood to red being his clean blood.
This magazine also advertises its website so that the
target audience can get involved and subscribe, this
also helps promote the magazine as it creates
awareness and helps the customers get more
information if needed
The mid shot of Eminem in the centre of the page
is effective because it takes up the majority of the
page and is white dominate over the rest of the
front cover, this also stands out because Eminem
isn’t dresses in the typical rap gangster outfit with
the bling and the sunglasses etc. this could be
because Eminem is trying to become clean which
relates to the cover line ‘Eminem comes clean’.
The colour of the back ground is effective as its
plain light grey which helps the audience focus
their attention on the main image which is
Eminem.
The sell lines around the centre image include more information on what will be in this issue of
the magazine includes, the sell lines also keep the same genre of music and have the artists
involved in rap, the writing is a lot smaller than the cover line and this could have been done to
The header is just a list of different rap artists, this
is effective as it gives the reader a brief
understanding of who they can expect to be in the
magazine, this is also effective as its at he top of
the magazine and when stacked on shelfs the
target audience will be able to see these names,
this will encourage fans to buy it.

2. In this front cover there are three main
cover lines which are placed separately
around the page, all three use a certain
colour scheme of black and yellow which is
effective as it stands out to the audience
more than the other writing. The yellow
outline of the writing clashes against the
blue which makes the black stand out
more. , the fact that they are placed in
different parts is effective as it attracts the
reader to look at different features on
show. The colour scheme in this issue of
the magazine is quite funk which relates
well with vibe as they to are seen to be
funky and unconventional. For example
the masthead is baby blue and in bold
lettering, which is instantly identifiable,
similarly the sell lines around the picture
are also easily identifiable as they stand
out. The use of cover lines changes in this
certain issue of vibe, there are a lot of
changes in font, size and colour which is
effective as it keeps the reader
entertained. Also there is a certain
emphasis on the words ‘swagger’ and ‘sex’
which are both highlighted own style. This
links with Usher as his they are both
features of his rap music.
The main image of this front cover is off Usher who
takes up most of the space and who is popular with
most age groups due to his music, this is effective as it
stands out and because he is well known the audience
will be more interested to see what the magazine has
to offer. Usher is represented in a typical rap manor
by wearing the sunglasses, watch, ring and by having
the hand gesture. This is effective as it links in with
cover line ‘the king is back’ and peoples expectations
of the rap genre. Vibe uses celebrities like this as they
appeal to the target audience. Also like many other
vibe covers, ushers head covers some the masthead
again reinforcing how popular this magazine is. This
type of shot is a mid shot and is effective because it
shows the audience what they need see, the glasses
make it hard to tell whether or not usher is looking
directly at you.
The background of this cover is of the scenery behind
Usher but is blurred out, this is effective as it keeps
the attention on Usher and the rest of the writing,
this is also effective as it doesn't make the cover look
to crowed. In the sell lines it tell the reader more
about the magazine and what articles will be inside, it
also mentions some of the top rap artists such as 50
cent, which will attract more people who are fans.
The use of the website and the bottom under a cover line makes it more noticeable and that fact
that its in that grey colour is effective as it blends in with ushers jacket.
The header is also giving readers new updates
on news stories which will encourage them to
buy this issue of the magazine

3. The masthead (XXL) for this magazine is effective as the
font is so bright and large, this is effective as it will
immediately draw the attention of the target audience.
The white on red colour scheme is also effective as the
two opposite colours stand out against each other
making the magazine clearly visible and eye catching to
the target audience. The head line on this front cover
matches the masthead by using the red colour. The red
block and the artists name have also been used
effectively as it stands out against the white back
ground, the font and colour scheme in this addition on
the ‘XXL’ magazine are simple and helps to make the
font cover less crowded, however keeps the
professionalism to the front cover. The fact that the
masthead is covering the main image/artist shows that
this magazine is less popular as oppose to other
successful rap magazines such as ‘Vibe’ where the artist
covers the masthead. On the other hand the design of
the mast head is again simple highlighting how it
doesn’t need to be fancy to be recognised.
The main image of ‘French Montana’ is a mid-shot
which goes will with the theme of rap as he is a
well known rapper. This picture effective as it
dominates the front cover but on the right hand
side and not the centre. Just by looking at the main
image the target audience will be able to establish
the genre of this magazine. This main image is also
effective as it reflects on the rap culture and the
luxuries that come with it. The gold chain around
Montana’s also suggest that he is wealthy as well
as a hip hop rapper. This is effective because
jewellery and flashy items are associated with rap
and hip hop music. Montana’s body language
suggests that he is praying which is effective as
rappers are seen to be rude and arrogant. The ring
on his hand also highlights how wealthy he is and
shows how he is of a high significance/status. In
the image he is wearing mostly black which
effectively links in with the colour scheme of the
cover line etc. The use of the hat is also effective in
the main image as it keeps the focus on him and
the text where as if he had a crazy hairstyle it
would draw to much attention.
The barcode , date and price on the front cover are
also effective and the are quite large and can be
seen easily, however the price isn’t that large in
font which is effective as it doesn't draw to much
attention.
The cover lines are the names of the artists that will feature in that weeks addition
of the magazine, the number of artists and who they are will appeal to the target
audience as it will gain a certain interest. The names are highlighted in black which
links well with the colour scheme, the use of white font is again effective as it
clearly stands out and is easily visible.
The circle at the top of the page is
‘first awards of XXL’, things like this on
magazines are effective as it creates
an interest for the target audience,
this is also effective as it’s the ‘first’
which will also influence more people
to see it.