Research on Institutional Background of Two Music Magazines

Magazine One – XXL Magazine

XXL is a Hip-Hop music magazine. The publication predominantly features R&B and hip-hop music artists, actors and other entertainers. The magazine's target demographic is predominantly young, urban followers of Hip-Hop culture.
XXL magazine was founded in 1997 by a former Source staffer as well as others who wanted to create their own magazine based on the hip-hop music and culture genre developed by the founders of The Source. XXL magazine is in large and recognised worldwide. Leading R&B and Hip-Hop artist make it to the front cover and this attracts their audience.

Magazine Two – The Source Magazine

The Source is a United States-based, monthly full-color magazine covering hip-hop music, politics, and culture, founded in 1988. It is the world's second longest running rap periodical. The magazine's target demographic is predominantly young, urban followers of Hip-Hop culture.