Hip Hop magazine double page spread analysis

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Page 1: Hip Hop magazine double page spread analysis

The headline of this article, “Fiasco @ 9:30” is coloured in gold to make it contrast with the black

background. It is obvious that this is a time of a performance by Fiasco. The use of gold throughout

this double page spread corresponds with the artists clothing and jewellery.

A fade has been used in the image of Fiasco performing to highlight the spotlight on the body of the artist. This shows

that the artist is entirely centered around Fiasco.

The information in this article has

been put into columns to make it easier to read and understand.

This suggests that the purpose of this article is

to inform people.

The artist is looking away from the source of light.

The quote has some words filled in white to show which words are important. Quote marks have been used to show these words have came from Fiasco. The words filled in white mostly seem to be verbs. This suggests Fiasco wants his fans to act upon his words.

This double page spread uses black and dark grey. The black is used to make the words contrast, and the dark grey is used to make Fiasco stand out from the page. The left background has a non-focused effect which increases the artists visibility.

Page number and ‘Streetz’

on every page

Page 2: Hip Hop magazine double page spread analysis

The title ‘Jay-z’ is filled with the same colour as the background so there is no edges for the Z in this title. The ‘J’ in this title is stretched upwards to the top of the page. This neatly separates the first page from the second.

The quote by Jay-Z is positioned in a black rectangle. This contrasts deeply with the white and it suggests that this artist wants his words to be spread.

The facial expression of the artist seems to be quite sarcastic but at the same time serious. It looks as if he thinks he is too good.

Shadow on the right side of his face, makes the title of this spread contrast. He is also turning his face towards the source of light.

Large ‘I’ to start off the article. Shows that this double page spread is purely about Jay Z.Large image of

rapper.

Page number positioned above a thin black line. Looks neat with the background colour.

Futuristic text. Implies Jay-Z is the future.

Page 3: Hip Hop magazine double page spread analysis

This double page spread has an old-school effect. The main image looks very urban and ‘ghetto.’

The quote goes well with the white graffiti on the background of the image. The quote marks are coloured in black to show the quote is important.

Thumbnail of what looks like a gang. This shows that hip hop artists are generally friends with each other.

Shadows of artist. Shows he is imprinted in the environment. Fame and success started on the streets.

This image has a natural background. This photo has been given a ‘sepia’ effect. This makes the picture look original.

Silhouettes of gang members.

Serious facial expression pulled by the notorious artist ‘Biggie smalls.’ Who is well known for performing illegal activities and ‘hustling’ before turning to music.

This article maybe inspirational for young people to start making hip hop music. Because it shows how wealth is not needed to make Hip Hop.