This issue of 'Q' magazine portrays a 'rock' feature, shown by the image of the lead singer smashing the masthead with his guitar. It reveals anger and links to other rock conventions. Yet it is very different from other "Q" magazine features because as well as having rock bands, they feature pop artists and r&b singers. 'Q' have used the colour red throughout which can portray passion, love or anger. In this case, it shows passion and anger and may be related to what his article may be about. It also links to the masthead as 'Q' often use white on red background.  The whole background of the cover uses a dark grey colour throughout which makes brighter colours stand out more. The dark colours could also portray the feelings of the cover singer. The main headline is written in big, bold, white writing to contrast to the darker colours and make the reader immediately aware of who will feature. Q have used callouts down the right hand side by printing band names in black writing with a white background. This is eye catching and allows the reader to see if the bands they like will be featuring.  Below this is another cover story which also continues the theme of red, grey and white writing followed by an image of the Beatles. The picture is embossed with a white outline which is meant to draw the readers attention from the main image to the other cover stories.