Language: The background is plain, but has a darker shade of grey, this is shaped as a half hidden V which shows that it is from the Vibe magazine. Kanyes clothing is classed as fashionable in today's world, this indicates that Vibe is not only a music magazine but also about other things like fashion, celebrities and culture. The type of shot that has been used is medium long shot, which frames the subject from the hip upwards, although it still allows the audience to see the models emotions and feelings. This type of shot has been used as it is the main feature of the magazine so needs to be the main attraction of the page. The shape of the letter 'V' is at a slight angle to add depth into the main image, because if it was a straight 'V' it wouldn't look three dimensional and the model would look stuck on. The use of the colour red interprets the other side to Kayne of his love and passion for music or to the magazine. The design of the contents page is very simple and basic, which makes it easier for the customer. The header is unusually placed as the letters are separated this gives the magazine something different from competitors, and adds a modern effect.
Institution: Vibe magazine is a music and entertainment magazine founded by producer Quincy Jones. Vibe magazine features R&B and hip-hop music artists, actors and other entertainers. After shutting down production in Summer 2009, Vibe was purchased by the private equity investment fund Inter Media Partner and is now issued every-other month with double covers, with a larger on line presence.
Ideology: The grey colour/background has been used but the bold colour attracts the eye because of the red heart that is been placed by a mysterious looking hand from behind Kanyes back, which could interpret that the magazine contains Kanyes personal love life issues.
Audience: Vibe magazine mainly focuses on loving teenagers, adults and urban followers of hip hop culture. As of April 2013 Vibe is now currently owned by Spin Media.
Representation: The featured artist, Kayne West is represented in the double page spread as having personal love life issues/problems.This has been represented as Kayne displaying a very serious intense gaze, with the mysterious looking hand coming from behind Kanyes back which is seen to be holding/grabbing the heart, which could be interpreted as his heart is being pulled in different directions/ being held back. Another interpretation of this image, could suggest that their is a very strong force in his life protecting him.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vibe_(magazine)
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