The purpose of a contents page is to give the reader information about what is inside the magazine and where to find it. It needs to be simple and easy to follow. The contents page is split into sections so the readers can find what they are looking for easily. The white background is successful in which it allows the reader to not be distracted and to keep there attention on the text and what they are trying to find.
The big picture of Astoria shows it’s importance and that it’s one of the main features in the magazine. It is anchored by the text printed underneath it.
NME also has a ‘Band Index’ on the contents page, this again is for the convenience of the reader and allows them to see what bands/musicians are featured in the magazine.

The subscription information in the black banner stands out against the white background to attract readers into possible subscribing (if it interests them), it's easily noticeable so that no one can miss it even if it doesn't appeal to them. The subscription box also shows off two other NME magazines giving the reader an insight into what the magazines are about and what kind of stories are printed in them. The content inside the red arrow is telling the readers that they will find 'the UK's no1 gig guide' inside the magazine, this will be very useful to many people.

The black arrows pointing to some stories show us that they are the biggest stories and most important.