1. Band/ Artist Name: The name is the most prominant thing on the page. Usually in bold, clear text or they might just use their logo if it says the name.
2. Colour: A lot of black, white and red which have become the stereotypical colours of rock with its gothic foundations.
3. Font: The band name/ album name are usually in a much more surreal font, whereas the bulk of the actual information is in plain, readable font.
4. Photos/ Images: It really depends on what kind of rock e.g. indie often uses surreal images not necessarily linked to the band or even the songs. Most rock bands would use photos of themselves with their instruments.
5. Record company: The fame of the artist almost dictates wheither or not the record company have a smaller or larger mention (logo). For example the band 'Kiss' is prolific enough not to need the fame of a record company label taking up their advertising space.
6. Critical quotes/ ratings: Like the record company logo, the more legendary the artist/ band is, the less likely they require ratings and quotes to sell it. Unsigned bands may use as many ratings and quotes as they can to get public attention.
7. Target Audience: Rock genreally is aimed at an older audience, with many of the themes centred on violence, sex and anti- social behaviour. Therefore the conventions are almost scarily designed so it is clear to whom they appeal.
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