Semitic Theory

Semitic theory is the relationship between a sign, an object and the meaning behind it when a person interprets the sign they believe that the sign represents the object. The sign is the interpretant which means that is the representation of the object; according to Morris people are interprets of signs and interpretations are concluded through three stages:

1. Perception -  The person becomes aware of the sign in front of them.

2. Manipulation - The person starts to interpret the sign and decides how to respond to it.

3. Consummation - The person responds to the sign.

Denotation

Denotation refers to the literal meaning of a word, the "dictionary definition."¨ For example, if you look up the word rat in a dictionary, you will discover that one of its denotative meanings is "Any of various long-tailed rodents resembling mice but larger, especially one of the genus Rattus"

Connotation

Connotation, on the other hand, refers to the associatens that are connected to a certain word or the emotional suggestions related to that word. The connotative meanings of a word exist together with the denotative meanings. The connotations for the word rat could include evil or danger.

This can be applied to all music magazines. An example is the image at the left side. This is 50 Cent on the front cover of XX. The denotation is he looks angry. It also shows him showing off with all his money and a handcuff on his wrist. This is showing everyone that he doesn't care about the law or safety by sitting on a pile full of money. The connotation of the magazine which is my expression is that he is a bad influence on young people and sets a very bad example. I also think he just doesn't care about anything but himself.

QUESTIONAIRE


I have made this questionnaire to gather information to make my own music magazine. I have done two sections. There is a section for people who do read music magazines and a section for those who don't. I have made sure it is appropriate for all people of all ages to fill out and I have adapted it to make sure there is no problems or excuses for people not to try and fill it out.

I would really appreciate it if you could fill it out my questionnaire and be as honest as you can to give me accurate answers. Thank You.

To fill out my questionnaire click on the link at the top of the page thats says 'QUESTIONAIRE'

Music Magazines

Music Magazine Task 1

A music magazine is a magazine that contains information about music artists, songs and bands. There are different types of music magazines like Pop, Rock and rap. The oldest music magazine of all time is a magazine that teaches you how to play the guitar. This is called the BMG. Different music magazines are aimed at different genders and different ages. e.g, a rap magazine would be aimed at teenage boys and young adults aged 16-25. The most popular music magazine in the UK is 'Q'. The most popular music magazine in the world is 'Vibe' or 'Mojo'. I think the future of music magazines is they will become less and less popular due to technology taking over.

What is a Music Magazine ?

A music magazine is magazine dedicated to music and music culture. Many music magazines typically include music news, interviews essays, recorded reviews, news about famous artists, concert and festival reviews.

 

The History of Music Magazines 

 

The very first issue of billboard magazine was printed in 1894, however it did not become well known until 1936. This gradually evolved into radio airplay and recorded sales charts. Over time different genres of music were introduced and it wasn't long until NME ( New Musical Express ) was first issued in 1952. In the 1970s NME became the best selling british music magazine. Now there are a range of different music magazines with particular genres including rock, pop and classical music magazines.

Below is the music magazine 'Vibe' with my favourite artist, Kanye West on the front cover. This would be aimed at teenage boys and young adults like me aged 16-25. I like this front cover because it isn't dark and depressing like other front covers i have seen of rock bands. I think this suits the style of Kanye West because he isn't the kind to have a dark side. I think if people who liked Kanye seen this front cover they would be very tempted to buy it.

There are different genres of music magazines such as

• pop
• Rock
• Rap
• Classic
• Heavy Metal
• Hip Hop

The future of music magazines

I think the future of music magazines is looking bad. I think this because technology is taking over now. I think nobody will by them because they will be free links to them online. I think this has already started to happen and I think from now on it will be downhill for music magazines.

Introduction

Introduction Blog

                  Hello and welcome to my blog!

As a part of my AS Media Study A-Level I will have to keep a blog, in this blog you will find:

•   My planning throughout the course

•   My evaluation

•   My research, planning and evaluation throughout the year.

To support the research I will provide videos and images in my blogs.

I hope you enjoy my journey through my media blogs.

Also, I have purchased specific music magazines that focuses on my chosen music genre. This is to get a better understanding of the music magazines layout.

About me...

I am studying Double BTEC Sports Studies and Media A-Levels. I have a big interest in football and watching Everton. I love to play football and other sports like golf, tennis and more. The music I am into is rap music like Kanye West, Jay Z, Eminem, and lots more.
Here is a video of my favourite artist performing one of his bests songs with Jay Z.

 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wQzQA9lwkpw