The contents page in this issue of Kerrang is split horizontally in half; thus having the effect of providing a large space for a large photograph to catch the readers eye. The image itself is of an influential band member, mid-scream besides a Christmas tree (as it is a Christmas issue). The lighting is tinged with blue and this makes the photo seem even more festive, as it looks slightly like snow has been falling. On the left hand side of the top half of the contents page, there are two small copies of pages within the magazine. This gives the readers a taste of what is to come.
The main contents title is within a white text box with an icicle effect beneath it (again, for the Christmas theme). These boxes give important information about the magazine, such as the date it was released and the issue number. Each of the photos in the top half of the page are anchored by a relevant caption and a page number, this makes the magazine seem more organized and professional.
In the bottom half of the contents page there is another sub-heading, but this time it is within a black text box. The font used here is individual to Kerrang and very unique, so as soon as you read it you recognize which magazine it is. They have used yellow and white for the font colour as this will stand out well against the black background. To the left of the sub-heading there is a small rectangular photograph of the editor, and beneath this is the editor's note. This note welcomes the reader to the magazine and makes them feel important. It could be argued that not many people read this editor's note, however, the fact that the editors of Kerrang have included it on their contents pga esuggests to their readers that they care.
Besides the editors note, the text is split into four thin columns. In each column there are small headings in black text boxes, and beneath these are titles in capital letters and in bold. These all suggest to the readers what interesting stories there are in the magazine, such as "HOLLYWOOD UNDEAD" and "TASTE OF CHAOS". Another important aspect of the contents page is a small text box in the bottom right hand corner with an overlaying image. This encourages the readers to "Get K! delivered to your door for just £6 per month!" with additional contact details. This is useful to the magazine as they would get more money if people regularly subscribed to the magazine.
The main contents title is within a white text box with an icicle effect beneath it (again, for the Christmas theme). These boxes give important information about the magazine, such as the date it was released and the issue number. Each of the photos in the top half of the page are anchored by a relevant caption and a page number, this makes the magazine seem more organized and professional.
In the bottom half of the contents page there is another sub-heading, but this time it is within a black text box. The font used here is individual to Kerrang and very unique, so as soon as you read it you recognize which magazine it is. They have used yellow and white for the font colour as this will stand out well against the black background. To the left of the sub-heading there is a small rectangular photograph of the editor, and beneath this is the editor's note. This note welcomes the reader to the magazine and makes them feel important. It could be argued that not many people read this editor's note, however, the fact that the editors of Kerrang have included it on their contents pga esuggests to their readers that they care.
Besides the editors note, the text is split into four thin columns. In each column there are small headings in black text boxes, and beneath these are titles in capital letters and in bold. These all suggest to the readers what interesting stories there are in the magazine, such as "HOLLYWOOD UNDEAD" and "TASTE OF CHAOS". Another important aspect of the contents page is a small text box in the bottom right hand corner with an overlaying image. This encourages the readers to "Get K! delivered to your door for just £6 per month!" with additional contact details. This is useful to the magazine as they would get more money if people regularly subscribed to the magazine.
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