Contents Page: Deciding on the content and background

Articles/Pullquotes?
It is shown in my research of other magazines, mostly pull quotes and article headings have been used, obviously with a page number. Also, relavent images. I have chosen to have no specific images clearly shown. Hence, my article titles will have to be particularly interesting. It seems that the most intriguing articles tend to be comical. I think it will be more intrigueing to have subheadings, making it easier for the reader to navigate their way around the page. Showing, again, the titles of the articles will have to be intriguing.
I think it is better if I mainly feature article names, rather than pull quotes. Conseuqently, the reader will know almost immediatly what the article is about.

Spider Diagram of Article Ideas:

Final Article Choices for my contents page:
4. How to become famous in 20 days
5&6. Best new up and coming artist of 2012
8. Okay, seriously, where to be this year?
10. Really? Why do you guys like youtube?
11*12. [MY DOUBLE PAGE SPREAD]
13. How to write your own song
15. I'm a fan so you must be? Right?
18. Live, Love, Regret and tell us about it.
19. Horoscopes


Research on Backgrounds
My research shows that contents pages tend to either use minimalistic background with a range of smaller surrounding, relevant, thumbnail images. Or, they feature one large image as a form of background. I had decided, initially I wanted one large image, I had presumed that this would be of the artist. However, now in the designing stage it has become clear that one colourful image can also be just as appealing, rather than having an image of the artist.

Possible backgrounds:
1.

2.

3.

My choice: 3
For my background I will use an image of a flag, that fits my initail colour scheme (a union jack). This makes my magazine seem more edgy and original, I also think it won't deduct too much attention from the content of my content page. It also is more relevant, considering I am making a magazine based on an English target audience, and it may also interest audiences from other countries and may even attract them to the magazine. The flag is also both male and female, and makes the magazine seem rocky without seeming to oppressive and dark.

Front Page: My final layout

[A sample image has been used in the background]

Focus Group Responce

'I really like the masthead font, and the fact its at a jaunty angle is great for brand identity, and its uncoventional'

'The way the pullquote and content is also shown at an angle attracts attention'

'The minimalistic style is really appealing, it doesnt seem to forcefull'

'The masthead name is really clever'

'The font, and the dark colours really suit the genre'

'It'd be better if in your magazine the artist was smiling, and if the image wasnt so dark so it could really grip the audience'

Front Page: Deciding the type of articles I will include

Ideas for articles for types of articles:
- Exposing, gossip articles (Look who of  'The Machine' is Florence dating!)
- How-to articles (e.g. How to play coldplay on guitar)
- Opinion articles (Do you like 'Real Rock', no? Me neither)
- Personal articles (What you think about technology)
- Interview (Q and A)
- Historical articles (Alternative Rock: where did it come from!?)
- Reviews/events

Deciding three main types of Articles to be featured
Interview
My main article will be an interview with the artist, I think my article name will more than likely be the artists name with a humorous, outrageous pull quote my current ideas are: 'The bitch is back': 'No we don't go out, I heard he's got six toes': 'I can smell the cold': 'I stole a hamster once':
How to articles
I think my target audience will be interested in 'how to' articles, purely because they are a create, young people. They are also deeply interested in music, this subsequently will intrigue them. Also, it may inspire them. It may not suit every member of my audience however, it is a unique selling point and interest more people in buying the magazine.
Opinion articles/personal articles
I think its important for my magazine to feature at least one opinion article. First they tend to be more edgy and outrageous, this will interest the audience and intrigue them, possibly persuading them to buy the magazine. It also may interest the younger audience which may be stirred by the outrageous opinions. It may also communicate to the audience on a personal level. They may be able to relate or more interestingly disagree.
Reviews
Reviewing music events ect. I have chosen to feature a review on the front to interest the reader. Also, based on my target audience research reviews seem to interest them. With this I could also feature other content such as reviews of songs or up and coming bands.

Front Page: Deciding on placement, and layering

Image
The image will be the bottom layer of my front cover. This is conventional. The image however, will not over lap any other feature of the magazine cover. By using a plain background I will highlight clearly to the audience what is essentially important in terms of visual hierarchy. Firstly although the image is the bottom layer by using colour and other editing techniques, ect. I am able to focus all attention initially on the main image.

Masthead
Based on my research of other front covers, it is made evident that it is conventional for the name of the magazine -the masthead- to be at the top of the magazine. This leads me to believe that I shouldn't have my masthead at the top of the magazine and rather the bottom, or central. However, if the masthead it central it will be almost impossible to have a surrounding image that is suitable. Consequently I have decided the masthead will be at the top. In this sense the conventionality will be a form of familiarity for the reader; they will easily be able to locate the name of the magazine. Also, it is clear and bold and catches the attention of the reader. My masthead, may slightly overlap my image, and will be above the background and more obviously in the foreground. This is to ensure my masthead will gain visual hierarchy.

Lead Article
I will have my lead article taking up a prodiment space at the side of the image, merged with the cover lines. I will have some form of significant so it is made obvious to the audience who the artist is and the connecting articles subject.

Coverlines
Coverlines can be featured almost anywhere on the bottom half of the page, although they do tend to fit around the artist in the image. I have decided to only have coverlines on the left side. This does mean a limited amound of cover lines, however it also does mean there is more space for my image which I plan to take up the most part of the background, and gain visual hierarchy in order to attract the audience. It is important for the coverlines to be in front in order for them to be readable however, it is also important for the writing to not overlap the image. Hence, my coverline will be above the background, but not overlapping the image of the artist.

Pull Quotes
Again, pull quotes will be merged with the coverlines, however, there will be varying font to make it clearer to the audience. Although pull quotes are usually used to attract the audience, I have chosen for my pull quotes to mainly be used in order to highlight mainly simply, the subject of the article. It is possible, in terms of layering for the text of the pull quotes to possibly overlap the other text of coverlines.

Skyline
 I have chosen to not have a skyline on my magizine in order to keep attention on the main image and the magazine title. I also think it will make the magazine look less as clustered and tidier and more presentable on the page, this is appealing for my target audience.

Front Page: Planning the setting, positioning and lighting

Deciding on a setting
I have decided based on my magazine research and other contributing factors I have chose to have a synthetic background. I will do this by cropping around the artist during the editing process. Firstly, I think a plain background will make the artist stand out, I also think it will make it easier once I am adding my masthead and other surrounding text, as there will be more space. The question is what colour my background will be.
The first option is having white as my background colour. This being the most typical, it also obviously fits with my chosen colour scheme. White is also the plainest colour out my colour scheme, meaning it is the most suitable for a background as it will contrast with the brighter colours in my colour scheme.
The second option is having pale blue as my background colour. Again, this is a colour from my colour scheme. By using a pale blue I will be creating the same contrasting effect as the white and the darker blue fonts will match the background colour more. However, it may take attention away from the artist.
The third option is having red as my background colour. Red also fits with my colour scheme. One significant worry is the thought that red may take attention away from the featured artist, the masthead and any other text. It may also deduct from the professionalism. Red is also associated with seduction, as it seems it is a seductive colour, this could give the wrong message.
My final choice of the colour of background/setting for my image is going to be white.

Deciding on the models positioning
Direct/Indirect address?
It is more conventional to have the artist looking directly at the camera, this is interest the readers, it also makes the magazine seem more personal. An indirect address is usually used on a magazine cover, either because it is signature to the artist, or to convey the artist in a more impersonal arty way in order to communicate an indirect message or to make the cover look less as conventional. By having the artist look at the camera in my cover will make the artist look stronger, and again make the cover look more edgy. It will also be a more modern portrayal of women: having the artist looking almost intensely at the camera. I think by having the artist giving direct address with catch the readers eye and subsequently will be appealing to the target audience.  
Strait on or at an angle?
It is conventional for the artist to be looking directly in front of the camera, strait on, as appose to the artist being positioned towards the side, or at an angle. This is so you can see the artist clearly and from a natural position. This again enforces the personal theory. It also allows the audience to clearly see the artist, which will attract them to the magazine.

Deciding on the lighting within the image
Natural or Unnatural?
A natural light is familiar in terms that it makes the magazine look more down to earth everyday (which is fitting with the theme of my magazine) however, it may also make the magazine look relatively cheap. It would be more appealing to have the pictures taken using natural lighting, or only using the 'flash' on the camera when needed then later digitally editing them, making the lighting look less as natural.
It is common in other magazines for the lighting to be unnatural, and lights to be used to make the artist look brighter and to be shown more clearly. But I think it would be more convenient, if I use natural lighting. Also at times by using unnatural lighting a shadow can be made, considering that I have decided to picture my artist in a close up, I have decided that natural light would be better, in order to make any visible shadows less as accentuated. This again, creates a sense of naturalism and familiarity.

Front Page: Planning the costume, and shot type

   

Deciding on a model
Male or Female? The target audience of my music genre are predominantly female. Conventionally this would would mean it would be more appealing to the opposite sex to feature a male artist, subsequently convincing them to buy the magazine. However, I think it would make more of an impact and be stronger in persuading them if a female artist was featured on the front. If the artist is portrayed as less sexual but more strong and powerful, women may find this more inspiring. It will also appeal to the small proportion of male fans of Alternative Rock, it may even interest more males into the genre.

Costume
I think the artist's clothing should be seductive, but more playful. I also think it should be quite edgy, but normal, no designer in order to accentuate the fact she is normal. This will appeal to the audience as they will be reminded that the artist is just the same as them, which is again, inspiring. It is important the artists make up to not be too heavy that it deducts from the natural message I wish to convey, emphasising the artist as an everyday character.
Outfit choices:
Option one:


This outfit consists of leather shorts, a denim shirt, and branded Dr Marten boots, accompanied with an old fashioned telephone necklace. I am contemplating this outfit, as firstly, although it is quite modern and edgy its also very easily available, as all items of clothing are able to buy on the high street. This is appealing to the female audience, as they may be attracted to the clothes as they may have them, or may relate to the fashion sense. I other ways it  may inspire them and interest them in the magazine. The leather shorts and Dr Martens give a more edgy, rebellious representation, almost grungy and very young. Yet accompanied with the denim shirt create an almost 80's theme, it also clearly matches the colour scheme. However, the necklace makes the outfit seem less rebellious and more playful again making the artist seem consequentially more 'everyday' and normal.

Option Two:

This outfit is made up of high waisted shorts, a floral crop top, and nude heels. In this outfit I decided for the fashion to be less dingy and more high class, but still based on high street fashion. By user brighter clothing it means that the colours contrast with my colour scheme more, this could be unappealing yet, it may also make the picture stand out. This outfit may attract both a male and female audience. As, the heels make it more seductive yet, the fashion is up-to-date and appealing for females. The flower top gives a more playful theme, and catches the eye. The tailored shorts and heels seem more high fashion and formal. However, all the together it creates a semi-formal look, attractive to a young modern audience.

Option Three:

The third choice of outfit is a plain dress and brand Dr Marten shoes. The dress will attract the male audience as it is some what seductive. The shoes however, give the outfit a more rebellious, modern edge which is appealing to a younger demographic. The boots also make the outfit relatively manly, although, the dress counter acts that as it is very female, creating the idea of a mixed protagonist and princess in one. This represents the artist as a strong bold character, who knows her own mind. This is inspiring, especially to my young target audience as they naturally will be attracted to the subliminal message being presented through clothing.

My final choice of outfit: Option One


Discussing different shot type choices
Option One: Close up












Pros:
You can see the artist clearly
Its conventional to have on a front cover
It focus' all attention on the artist
It is relatively easy to take a close up an appealing unconventional way
Cons:
It makes it harder to fit other things around the image without fully covering it

Option Two: Mid Shot

Pros: 

It shows more of the artist

It makes it easier to put writing on the page (as a magazine would have)

It looks a little unprofessional 

Its unconventional

Cons:

It deducts attentions from the magazine

It may make the magazine look a little empty

Its unconventional 

Option Three: long shot

Pros:

You can see the whole of the model

Against a plain background the model will stand out

You will be able to see the artist full outfit

There will be a lot of room for surrounding writing         

Cons:

It may take attention away from the mode

The front cover may look slightly empty

My final choice of shot: Option One

Choosing a suitable setting 

House Style: First draft of magazine layouts

Front Cover:

Contents Page:

Double Page Spread:

House Style: Choosing a Colour Scheme

Looking back at my research:
During my Research stage I asked my Target audience -via a multiple choice question- what they thought would be the most appealing colour scheme. The most popular responce was a nautical colour scheme. This also seems to be a popular colour scheme (especailly red) used within other magazines of the same genre. I think red is mainly used to stand out on the page, and so it is used as a contrasting colour. Although, based on my research darker colours tend to be more appealing, and so darker red will be more appealing, as appose to using an almost fluorescent red. Navy Blue, is also appealing, as it contrasts with Red and white. It also gives an urban edge, and creates a sense of brand identity. It also seems quite fitting with genre of music.

Delegating where each colour will be used:
Masthead, and other titles
Usually when using a nautical colour scheme , Red would be used in the title. However, I have chosen to use dark blue, almost black as I think, when considering my font the dark block colour will attract attention. Although I could also use a dark red, this will create the same affect although I am in fear that it may not come across as well, and will contemplate it further when in the designing stage.
Subheading and article
I think I will more than likely use navy blue as to not detract away from the main image, or the name of my magazine. It is also a dark colour, suiting for my genre.

Final Choice:

House Style: Choosing fonts for my Subheading and article

Possible Options for my subheading:

Three Final Options for the Subheading:

Pros:
It's bold
It is easily read
It is simple
It is suited to the purpose
It is simple to match other fonts for the article
Cons:
It doesn't match the masthead font as well as I'd liked


Pros:
It matches the font for the masthead
It is modern
It is easily read
It looks almost messy/freehand
Cons:
It isn't very bold

 
Pros:
It matches the masthead font perfectly
It is bold
It is easily read
It seems almost messy
Cons:
It seems almost male
It is all in capitals

The final font for the subheading:

Possible Matching fonts for Articles:

Pros:
It matches the font used for the subheading
It easily read, and clear
It is neat
It is simple, yet still modern
It neat without being to formal
Cons:
It may be too neat and not fit the style of the magazine

Pros:
It matches the font of the subheading perfectly
It suits the house style of the magazine
It is different
It is unconventional
Cons:
It may be hard to read in large quantities

Pros:
It is modern
It isn't formal
It is easily read
Its clear
Its bold
Cons:
It doesn't match the font of the subheading too well
It doesn't match the house style of the magazine

Chosen font for the content of my magazine:

House Style: Choosing a font for my masthead

Possible Options:

Analysing my three final options:

 

Pros:

It's Retro, yet still modern

It's striking, and attracts attentions

It's unconventional

It's unique, so could create a form of brand identity

It's simple

The block colour attracts the audience

Cons:

It will be hard to find a matching font for contents page ect.

The block black, may be unnapealing or too dark

Pros:

It looks jaunty which is fitting for the target audience

It is clear and easily read

It is modern

It is bold, which attracts the audience

The font is relatively formal, but the messiness of the writing makes it look informal

The style is appealing

Cons:

It will be hard to match with other fonts

It's very plain, which is unappealing

It's not unconventional which is unfitting with the music genre

The hyphen isn't featured as there is no hyphen in this font

Pros:

It's unconventional

It's modern

It will be easy to match other fonts

Cons:

It's not bold

There isn't anything particularly striking about it

My Final Choice:

House Style: Top 3 Masthead Choices and Audience Feedback

Almost Rock
Responces:
'I don't like that it makes me sound like I'm not good enough for Rock, or that I'm not a real Rock fan, so I've settled on Alternative Rock'
'It's humorous'
'It doesnt clearly state what the genre of music is, it makes it sound like you're creating a whole new genre'
My Conclusion:
Although initailly I was very fond of the names originility and comic twist. Now, it is made evident based on my feedback that this particular name, isn't ideal. Firstly it doesn't clearly adress the genre of music I am targeting, although if you are in knowledge of the genre it can be relatively comical. I still don't think the link is strong enough in order to use this as a magazine title.

Indie-pendence
Responces:
'It's a really unique way of bringing in the genre of music, as well as brand identity, as you're clearly saying to the reader this is Indipendent'
'It really flows off the tongue, and the play on words is very clever'
'Gives it its own name, links into the genre really well, and makes it clear what the magazine is about'
'It's very cool'
My Conclusion:
At first, I wasn't too fond of this masthead, I wasn't sure if it was clear enough (the link to the genre). However, my feedback throughout remained posative. It seemed that people understood the play on words, and were subsequently attracted to the magazine. Mentioned also was the fact that it 'flows off the tongue' this is appealing as it ideal to have such an appealing masthead.

Unique Intentions
Responces:
'It stands out', 'It sounds different', 'I just like it', 'It's unique', 'I've never heared anything like it'
'It's explains the on edge hipsterness of Alternative Rock'
'It's picks up on the urban edge of Alternative Rock, but if it isn't made clear that the magazine is Alternative Rock then its not guaranteed that you'd even associate them'
My Conclusion:
Based on my feedback results I still consider, this a serious candidate for my masthead. However, also based on my results it is made obvious that this title, although unique and gripping, doesnt clearly state the genre of music of my magazine. Although, it does touch upon the originility of the genre, it still isnt significantly obvious enough in order to attract fans of the music genre.

House Style: Spider diagram of the name of the Magazine

Planning Deadlines

16^th January: House style

Name of the magazine

A spider diagram contemplating names

A focus group pitching three different names to my target audience

Font of the masthead and throughout the magazine

Choosing a range of suitable fonts for the masthead

Limiting that selection three suitable fonts, which I will then analyse

Choosing one font for the masthead

Choosing a range of suitable fonts for the subheadings and articles

Limiting that selection three suitable fonts, which I will then analyse

Choosing one font for the subheadings and articles

Colour scheme

Looking back at my poll results
Designating where I will use each colour

Concluding what colour scheme I have chosen

Initial layout of front cover, contents page and double page spread on blog

Create and analyse 3 basic layouts, then upload to my blog

23^rd January: Front cover

Planning the image

Deciding if my artist featured will be male or female
Discussing the costume of my artist

Deciding on a shot type, by looking at different shot types and analysing

Deciding on a setting, by analysing the pro’s and con’s of different settings

Discussing the positioning of my artist

Discussing the lighting within the image

Planning the placement (of masthead and cover-lines)

Looking at other magazines

Designing three final drafts and analysing

Choosing one final placement

Planning the layering based on your initial layout

Thinking of different ways of layering, based on my magazine research

Draw three final ideas

Analyse each of these ideas via my blog

Deciding the cover-lines

Looking back into my audience research

Looking at other magazines

Deciding different articles that will be in my magazine

Detailed layout of the front cover

30^th January: Contents page

Deciding the content

Look back at my research

Spider diagram of ideas

Deciding my final article names, or possible pull quotes

Planning the background
Looking at my past research of other magazines

Deciding on what kind of background will be present
Planning what the background will look like
Planning the image

Detailed layout of the contents page

6^th February: Double page spread

Deciding how my article with feature my artist

A spider diagram of different ideas

Looking back at my research

Deciding three main themes/styles

Deciding on one article, discussing its form and intent

Planning the image

Deciding on a shot type, by looking at different shot types and analysing

Deciding on a setting, by analysing the pro’s and con’s of different settings

Discussing the positioning of my artist

Discussing the costume of my artist

Discussing the lighting within the image

Creating a PowerPoint discussing the negatives and positives of different editing techniques

Plan and create a headline and stand-first

Look back at my research

Create a presentation or spider diagram, thinking of different catchy headlines

Pitch these headlines to a focus group

Based on the headlines write three optional stand-first

Choose, with reason, the best stand-first.

10th February:
Take the photographs and analyse
Taking all photographs featured of the artist
Uploading all photographs
Choosing three for each my front cover and contents page to analyse
Choosing my final images to be used
Creating a first draft of my magazine

Research into fans of Alternative Rock and Analysis of My Results

A Link to My Survey:
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/WHM69MX

Analysis of my Results:


Q1 What Gender are you?

I predicted that predominantly my audience would be female, evidently I was correct. This will essentially effect the presentation of my magazine, and even, the layout. Stereotypically presentation and the attractiveness of a magazine is what women find initially appealing. The more attractive a magazine is, the more willing they are to buy it. Hence, by asking this question in particular not only have I confirmed who my target audience are, but also, I have ensured an initial structural layout for my magazine. Women tend to be more attracted to clean, uncomplicated magazines, as, they look tidier. This is shown through the comparison of a male magazine cover and a female magazine cover. Women's magazines tend to be less as complicated, and modern looking, this is because that it what women find appealing. Subsequently, I shall apply this to my magazine. This question will also mould the content of each article or interview within my magazine. As, obviously, this means I will have to create relevant articles that my target audience will definitely find appealing. In order to ensure overall that my magazine will be appealing to my target audience, throughout specifically the designing stage I will take the information collected from this question into consideration.

Q2 What category below includes your age?

It is important for me to consider the age of my target audience, of which, as predicted is ages 16-18. This is important mainly as it affects what my articles will be about, also, again, the style of magazine will have to be considered, in knowledge of my age range. Younger people tend to prefer a more modern magazine style, and more than likely will prefer modern music. They will also prefer more up to date relevant information. Hence, all said, must be included within my magazine. This also allows me to experiment with a more urban looking layout and style. Subsequently ensuring that my magazine will be found substantially more appealing based on the opinions of my target audience.

Q3 Which style of Magazine do you prefer?

With this question I intended to find out what style of magazine my target audience are more attracted to. I decided for the two options to be Formal, and, Traditional; which would consist of a more formal, newspaper style. Or, Informal, and, Modern; this will consist of a more urban look, subsequently ideal for my target audience. As shown by the graph the modern option was more regularly picked. This is because it is more appealing to the target audience, hence, they will be more likely to buy my magazine. This question enables me to base my magazine on a specific style/layout. For example, based on the answer of this question I am able to confirm that my magazine will definitely have a more urban sleek look, and will remain informal, with informal content. This could also help me in the creation of my Magazines name as, I now know, that I want the name to be more informal. For example like, 'Q' magazine, its easily remembered and not exaggeratedly formal, which is why it is so appealing. By asking this question I have ensured that by making my magazine more informal it wont be seen as unappealing and on the contrary may attract my target audience.

Q4 What Colour Scheme to you find most attractive (within a magazine)?

Unexpectedly it is evident that my target audience prefer a more nautical colour scheme. I predicted that my target audience would prefer Greys and whites with random splurges of colour, this is essentially because that particular colour scheme can be used in a range of ways to create an intriguing layout, also, it is regularly seen in the 'Alternative Rock' genre. I also predicted that it may have been most popular because it is more modern. Although my predicted option did come second. The nautical theme, is some what more chic, regularly seen in 50's fashion magazines. Hence, implying that the target audience may be interested in a more retro look, with an unconventional modern edge. This allows me to conclude that my target audience are naturally attracted to a more unconventional look. It also allows me to experiment with a mix a formal and informal, as, traditionally nautical themes are associated with a more formal look. By choosing one colour scheme, I am essentially choosing a range of colours that I intend to use throughout my magazine. Consequently by asking this question I have confirmed a mutual agreement with my target audience on a colour scheme that most attracts them, meaning by using the chosen colour scheme I can confirm that they will be attracted to my magazine.

Q5 What leads you to buy a music magazine? (e.g. Competitions, Information on Music events)

In order to analyse the results to this question I transferred all the answers into a wordle, this created a word cloud, the most popular mentioned words being the biggest in comparison. One of the biggest word evidently shown is the word 'information'. This means that the articles featured within my magazine will be informing articles containing relevant information to appeal to my target audience. It also informs me that my audience would prefer the magazine to be overall more informing and relevant. Possibly, meaning that they intend to read the magazine as a form of surveillance and for relevant purposes. I also noticed that the word 'events' was taking up a large proportion of the wordle. This again informs me that my target audience prefer relevant up to date information. In this instance the audience are requesting to be informed of up-and-coming events.

Q6 Are you more attracted to a magazine that is unconventional? (unusual: stands out in the crowd)

As shown in the bar-graph left the most popular answer was 'yes, to some extent'. Presumably this means that the audience would prefer a magazine to be relatively unconventional in order to attract the reader, but not inconveniently so, so it makes them unable to navigate around the page and such. Based on the fact I had chosen a sub-genre, unique in itself. I predicted that the answer present would have been the most popular result, evidently, I was correct. This consequently leads me to design are more unconventional layout of my magazine in order to grasp the readers attention and suit my targeted niche-audience.

Q7 Do you find yourself more attracted to new up-and-coming artists?  

I predicted that my target audience would be more interested in up-and-coming artists, however I did not expect the margin to be so disproportionate. Although, taking into consideration the overall result I can conclude that a new unseen artist will be featured in my magazine. This is to make certain that it will interest my target audience. What this also implies about my target audience is again, they are relatively modern and unconventional. It implies that my audience are more interested in new artists, and so they find newer modern things more appealing.


Q8 When featured on the front of a magazine do you prefer to see the whole band or just the lead artist?

As shown in the results, my target audience prefer to have the whole band features on the front of the magazine. This advises me to to do so on the the front of my magazine. This will promote my target audience to buy my magazine as they will be more attracted to the band featured on the front. It also gives me an initial idea for a layout as now I know for definite that I will feature a whole band on the front of my magazine. Questionably, I will think of an unconconventional way to feature the band. It also ensures that I will be featuring a band name rather than an artists name, which poses the question of whether I use the bands sygnature font, or if they even have one.