Much like the double page spread that I analysed from the "NME", this double page spread has been set out with text on the left hand page and a large digital photograph taking up all of the right hand side page. This suggests that the photograph is a main feature of this article.
Dark colours have been used on both pages, leaving no 'white space' unlike on the contents page. The dark colours are appropriate to how the band are being presented in the photograph. The headline reads "Step into Rock'n'rolls own fight club", and the band have been made to look battered and bruised with the use of make up. The dark colour scheme suits how the image will impact the audience. Bright, cheerful colours would be unsuitable.
The font used on the left hand side page is coloured in white and yellow so that it stands out against the dark background. The headline and sub-heading are yellow so that they are distinguishable against the main body of text. The font is clear and easy to read, which will appeal to the audience.
The name of the band featured in the article has been placed in the top left hand corner of the left hand side page in grey writing. This colour of font does not stand out against the black background, and although it is clear enough to read, it is not particularly eye-catching. This suggests that the magazine would expect it's readers to recognise the band from the photograph alone, conveying the message that "Q" believe they are targeting an audience who have a genuine and passionate interest in the genre of music it covers.
The way that "Kings Of Leon" have been represented in the photograph reflects the style of music that they produce. The band covers the genre of rock, and therefore have been made to look tough and strong. This is shown through their dominating, masculine stances, their worn clothing and by the fake cuts and bruises on their faces and bodies. This also connotes power, as the band are currently relishing great success in the official music charts.
I personally think that the way the page has been laid out looks very professional, a lot of information is being given without the page looking too over-crowded. The photograph is very effective, the fact that it takes up a whole page compliments the written article as it is apparent that a lot has time has been spent producing it. In some magazines it can look cheap if photographs are made too large and dominate the text, however the picture on this double-spread maintains the magazines classy, sophisticated image.
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