Q
Why is it called that?
It was originally going to be called Cue, as in cueing a record to play but however the name was changed to Q to avoid confusion with people thinking it was a snooker magazine. In the 200th edition Q explained the use of the single letter Q also stands out and helps attract attention on newsstands.
What are the significant words and what are their connotations?
The actual title is the most significant word seen on the front cover. Aside from that the name of the person on the front 'Florence' is visibly obvious. This is to confirm the person on the front for the reader and to perhaps draw in her fans to get even more readers for the magazine. The word 'Gig' also stands out as perhaps an indication as to what the readers are into and also what some of the contents in the magazine are about.
Good points, Jade - maybe look a little deeping in to the design and the connotations too.
ReplyDeleteGig - is actually "16-page GIG blowout". You're spot on to comment on the word gig, but also think of the language and its formallity used. Who is this appealing to?
Also, I think the Zane Lowe bullet stands out too - showing a link between Q readership and Radio1 listeners - albeit the cooler ones who would listen to ZL over and above, for example, Chris Moyles.
Well done though, Jade - keep it up and try to look at all the key points in a little more depth. It'll help your end mark.