Evaluation question 3:

Looking at my 3 music magazines which I analysed in my research and production:

Identifying the publication/media distributor that each magazine is distributed by:

Vibe Magazine: This magazine is owned by a media distributor called ‘Spin Media’ who own various media publication and magazines. They also own various other entertainment sites for people who show interest in culture and music.

XXL magazine: This magazine publication is owned by a media distributor known as ‘Town square Media’ based in Greenwich Connecticut, USA who are a media, entertainment and digital marketing solutions company that owns and operates market leading radio stations, live events and digital, mobile, video and social media properties which focuses primarily on small and midsized markets.

Rolling Stone magazine: The Rolling Stone magazine publication is owned by ‘Wenner Media LLC’ that also produce major and well known media publications which include other popular titles such as ‘Men’s Journal’ and ‘US Weekly’ meaning this company who is primarily owned and managed by ‘Jann Wenner’ has a mass audience following and are a reputable well known company.

Pro’s and Cons of releasing magazine article with Spin Media distributor:

PRO’s:

.Ability to reach to mass audience

.Loyal fan and brand base meaning high recognition

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CON’s:

Already have a reputable hip hop magazine which is ‘Vibe’

Creates competition for them which for obvious reasons they won’t want to have