In a music magazine, there are many different types of articles that can be featured, all of which use different techniques and language, such as a standfirst and headline in order to encourage their target audience to read them whilst being informed and entertained. I have analysed the language and features of this 2015 billboard double page spread, on sing Adam Lambert. 

Language analysis 

We can tell that this Billboard 2015 article is an interview as the writer refers back to what the star says (he says, etc) and even uses direct quotes. On the first page there is an introductory paragraph introducing the interview on top of a cover page for the article, on the second page, follows the full interview, with writing all around an image of the star in the centre of the page. The piece concludes with a final direct quote, however I wouldn’t say that there was a clear conclusion. The interview has been written out in the 3rd person, with no presence of the journalist, we can recognise this by the fact they do not refer to themself once in the introduction or article. This represents a lack of personality to the article, it is focused purely on the star. The quotes used by the journalist help put into words the emotions of the star, it outlines exactly how they’re feeling and projects the meaning of the article. The language used for the headline of this interview implies that the star is facing a lot of change in his life, which may hook the reader. The star comes across as rather lonely and vulnerable at the beginning of the story, however towards the end of the interview he seems a lot happier. The quotes used may fulfill social interaction in this article as the target audience feels as though they are interacting with the star, the story told in this interview alongside the language used also acts to inform and entertain the reader. This interview’s stand first also includes more information and a quote to intrigue and encourage the reader to read on. The article tells the story of the star’s recent career and personal life changes and struggles. This intrigues the target audience and makes them feel a closer connection to the star and the magazine itself.