Article Draft Plan

I decided that my double page spread would be about my model leaving his band, as people are interested in the breakdown of relationships and why certain things happen. I'm going to do this article as an interview because bands and artists always seem untouchable, so interviews allow fans to feel closer and more like a friend. Instead of using a question and answer interview format, I am going to do it as a full interview because; 1. it's a format generally used in magazines such as 'Kerrang!' and 'RockSound', and 2. it makes the interview more interesting to read as it allows more authorial intervention.

I will use colloquial style language to appeal to my younger audience, my target audience are very interested in music so I will use subject specific lexis such as 'amplifier'. This will draw in my reader as it will create the impression the magazine is knowledgable and trustworthy.

Numbers:
I will keep the amount of words per line to a minimum so my article doesn't look cluttered. I will also make sure my article doesn't drag on too long, because then my readers will get bored.

Before the start:
My double page spread will be called 'Jordan Tells All' - this creates the impression it was his decision, because it puts his name first. Also, 'tells all' makes the reader think some of this information will be things he hasn't yet released to the public. Below the title I'll have a short kicker paragraph, introducing the interview (just like in 'Kerrang!' and 'RockSound') to draw the reader in.

Beginning:
To make my article sound dramatic, I will use lots of adjectives to make the artist seem exciting and likeable. It will briefly describe my models attire and attitude whilst in the interview, allowing the reader to feel they are getting a real insight into what their favourite artist is really like.

Structure:
The use of interesting quotes that might mislead the reader slightly, taken from closer to the end of the artice will make them want to carry on reading to find out the context of the statement. My article will be split into columns as they proved popular in my focus group - it gives the impression my magazine is organised and structured.

Ending:
I will make my interviewee sum up what his expectations for his future are, making the reader feel there is more to look forward to. I will also include a brief summary of how the band are coping, assuring the reader that their favourite band is still going strong.

Extra text on the page:
I will include a section on the page that allows the reader to gain information on how to catch the band on upcoming gigs, and how to find my model's solo work. I will also mention the magazines website, where the readers are given the opportunity to discuss the article, and their feelings about the topic etc.