Analysis of CD magazine adverts

This adverts main focus is on the image which is the same as the image on the album cover so people will recognise it. It also keep the main focus on the artist herself so we know exactly who it is. The text clearly highlights the release date so people know when they can purchase it. Therefore the image and text cohesion between the two suggests that it is Beyonce's album thats released on this date and now makes the message very clear for the reader. The advert is very simple and understated which makes the message easier to read and the audience can read it quickly wherever they see it.

This advert for the killers concert DVD and CD release and straight away we notice their recognisable logo and of their name. All their fans would recognise this straight away and therefore be attracted to reading the advert. They have also incorporated a cartoon image of the Royal Albert Hall and this tells the reader that this is no normal album and is in fact a live recording from a performance at this venue. As its for a very specific audience, they have mentioned featured songs on the CD so people will recognise it and automatically be drawn into the advert.

This advert for Ellie Gouldings alubm 'Lights' also includes an image that is related to the album and can be found on the cover. This allows the audience to recognise the album when its available to buy in the shops. There is also ratings at the bottom of the page from well accredeted music magazines allows the reader to put trust in their opinion and be more willing to buy the album. Her name overlapping the image of herself again creates text and image cohesion so we know that the photo is of herself and that she is the main focus of the album and works solo in the songs.



This poster is all in black and white with the exception of the two songs listed on the page which puts emphasis on them so the audience will recognise these songs and be more willing to buy the album if they recognise the content. The image of rihanna in makeup and posing shwos that the album is going to be very elaborate and will show her in a new light. Her name linked with 'The new album' clearly states that its to be released soon and therefore will be exclusive to the audience.