Skull signifying death, threat and power.

Mist rising connotes enigma and danger.

Blank expression of artist presents complacency, calm and confidence.

Black leather jacket as the main piece in the costume is appropriately masculine and aggressive.

Chain signifies value in material wealth.

Utilisation of all black colour scheme connotes masculinity, death and the unknown.

Ethnic stereotypes that relate to the genre: Hip Hop.

Aggressive, confrontational expression connoting masculinity.

All black clothing, to contrast with the masculine, stark white background.

Low-key lighting connoting intimidation, threat and power.

High-key lighting used to accentuate the expression exaggerated by the artist.

Ethnic group expressed and given voice through the cover line.

Close-up on Ice Cube’s face signifies intimidation.

Mid-shot of artists in serious, intimidating and composed poses.

Exposition of Caucasian ethnicity as a minority in Hip Hop in the combination of two white Hip- Hop artists and cover story.

Dark, urban costume signifying threat, masculinity and aggression.

Warm colours exuding from the artists, possibly referencing explosion, connoting excitement and surprise.