Magazine Contents Page analysis

'Inside NME' is the contents page for the magazine. The page is split into three column: 'Regulars', '50 Albums for 2015' and a 'Band List'. This structure allows for easy reading, and the content of the main featuring article is clearly visible to the reader. 'NME', 'Regulars' and 'Band List' have all been highlighted with the same shade of red on the cover. This is used for branding- these titles all resemble the NME logo. These titles also always feature in the contents page, so help the reader find the traditional articles featured in NME.

Articles of interest have also been highlighted in black and have been written in capital letters. This helps the page numbers stand out better against the white background, and fits the colour scheme (adding continuity to the magazine).

The contents page also includes a picture of the 'Palma Violets'. NME always use a band picture on the contents page. This adds more visual interest for the reader and is intriguing because the reader will be drawn to the article relating to it.

Lastly, the contents page features a 'Shameless Plug' which advertises a January Sale Subscription to the magazine. This is beneficial to NME as they get money upfront for the magazine, and will already be able to tell the initial number of magazines that will sell. Subscriptions will also benefit the consumer, as they will receive the magazine at a discount price.