Final double page spread

These are my two double page spread pieces for Good Vibes. Above is the original, older version and to the right is the updated, new one. The updated version hasn't been added any features apart from the page numbers at the bottom corner of the page. Most of the updated double page spread is rearranged. One of the features that I have taken away from the dps is the blue panels behind the text. These were not a conventional feature which was used by any music magazine and gave readers the impression that the magazine was uncoordinated and tacky. All professional magazines have the text on a white background; giving the page a sense of space with a modern look. The modernisation of the double page spread will appeal particularly to the older end of the target age group; 18+ years old. The panel of extra images has been rearranged to accompany the main image below. This whole page is dedicated to imagery of the band and shows that a range of photography has been used to create this impression. The social media box blow the old extra images has been relocated to the contents page along with a Facebook and Twitter account. This means  there is more room on the page for other content. The title of the dps is another big thing changed within the magazine; before, it contained a big box which was too wordy for an introduction and had too many fonts. The actual font of the main story was too childish also; creating a youth based magazine decreases the size of my target audience so it is important to avoid this. Now the title is bold with a clear introduction that is based on a white background.

Overall, the improved double page spread reflects the target audience increasingly more than the original copy, this is mainly because there are features that have been rearranged and been inspired by NME music magazine as well as my own creation. Also, features missing such as the page numbers added to the tacky look of the page. Now, the pages look professional as well as portraying a clear view of the genre, audience and layout of the magazine.