Research and Findings

I researched the generic conventions of a music magazine using this text. From the website, I compiled a list of conventions used on the front cover of a magazine.

Masthead
The Masthead is the title of the magazine, placed at the top of the page to attract readers when placed on a shelf. They are linked to the house style, and stay the same in every issue.

Barcode
Barcodes contain all the information about the magazine. They are placed on the front of the magazine usually, so that it will be easier to scan on a barcode scanner in a shop.

Pull Quote
A pull quote is a quote from someone that has been extracted from an article and placed on the front. The quote usually has important information that gives and overview of the article. The pull quote attracts readers because it shows a famous artist is featured in the magazine, and also entices them with what the article is about.

Selling Line
A selling line is used to promote the magazine. This could be an offer of a free CD, free posters or offers inside, or it could be in the form of a cover line with an exclusive interview. These are unique to the magazine, and use words such as "World Exclusive" and "______ interviewed inside!"