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Editing Portfolio: June 2013 issue of 247 Magazine

I’ve got my fingers and toes crossed for more good weather this month – we all need a good ‘ol dose of vitamin D here at 247 Towers – we all look better with a tan. Plus, we’d really like a reason to treat ourselves to some of the delectable beach essentials and maybe even some of the awesome new swimmers in this month fashion shoot.

We have loads of great interviews for you in this issue: read what our cover star, Bastille, had to say before they headline Oceanfest this month and we find out what inspires the personal lyrics of solo sensation Josh Curnow. We also have a welcome chat with the Patrick James Pearson Band and meet Oxford-based solo artist Lewis Watson before he comes to the South West for the first time this month to play gigs in Exeter and Yeovil.

Of course, you’ll find all of our regulars inside this month too – music reviews, local restaurant reviews, Style Hunter and the biggest music and clubbing what’s on guide in the region – click here to read the magazine online and enjoy!

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Rachael Sharpe

Editing Portfolio: May 2013 247 Magazine

If you live in the South West of England, as 247 Magazine readers do, there is so much to do this month. Festival fans have Dot to Dot, Love Saves The Day / Sunday and many more to choose from, while clubbers will love Cadence Records 15th birthday drum ‘n’ bass bash or how about Love Riots huge summer party? See Recommended, News and of course our extended listings section for loads more ideas. Go out, it’s good for you. Probably.

We’ve got lots of interesting features lineup for you in this month’s issue – our interview with cover star and indie darling, Lucy Rose will inspire you and we’ve also introduce you to Bristol’s new supercharged new rockabilly project, The Rocker Covers and talk to pro surfer and laidback dude Alan Stokes. On a style tip, this month’s fashion shoot, shot by Cornish photographer, Jessica Augarde will make you feel like revamping your summer wardrobe – you have been warned! Or, you could take the cheaper option and just invest in a cool summer tee.

Enjoy your month and read the issue here!

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Rachael Sharpe

Editing Portfolio: April 2013 issue of 247 Magazine with 24-page festival guide

The April issue of 247 Magazine, of which I am Editor, is out now and marks our 13th Birthday. We’re a little bigger than normal this month and no, it’s not last month’s Easter eggs – it’s our mammoth 24 page festival guide. You can’t beat a good festival with your mates and there’s lots of choice from free one-day events to full on raves and camping extravaganzas featuring some of the best artists in the world. There really is something on for everyone from folk fans through to punks and drum & bass party heads – check out our guide here. Of course we have all your usual favourites this month too including an interview with the mighty chart topping Rudimental, Enter Shikari and Deeper Connection. You’ll find all of our usual music reviews, foodie delights and hundreds of gig and club listings inside too. Enjoy the issue! Click here to read the magazine online. April-247-2013-cover-211x300

Rachael Sharpe

Editing Portfolio: 247 Magazine – March 2013

ImageMarch. Daffodils are starting to open, the sea is a bit warmer and the New Year sales tat has been replaced with Easter eggs – we like this Month already. I’ve got some great features lined-up for you in the March issue of 247 Magazine – click here to read about our breakdancing cover star; BBoy Splinter, meet Belfast punk rockers: Stiff Little Fingers, ahead of their South West gigs this month and meet Goan Dogs, Bristol favourite new rockers. We also have a ‘Last Shop Standing’ feature about a new independent record shop springing up in Plymouth despite others around it closing, is well worth a read too. If you’re starting to thing about your wardrobe for the warmer months, check out our ‘Spring in the woods’ shoot for some vintage chic and marvel at the model’s moustache… Of course you’ll find all of our usual music reviews, foodie delights and hundreds of gig and club listings inside too.

Rachael Sharpe

Editing Portfolio: February 2013 247 Magazine with Paloma Faith cover

Feb-2013-cover-211x300I’m so happy to have double Brit Award nominee, Paloma Faith, gracing the cover of 247 Magazine and can’t wait to see her live at Plymouth Pavilions later this month.

Read what the singer / songwriter had to say on her new album, personal lyrics and being a feminist inside the February issue, which you can read here. Of course we’ve got lots of homegrown talent  from  the South West of England crammed into the issue too – this month we introduce you to Panda, Plymouth based DJs with an Infectious nu-garage sound and Audible 1, aka Alex Norgate, who has a unique take on drum and bass. This month’s fashion pages also have a distinctive local flavor too, as all the clothes are designed and modeled by the South West’s Alice Vandy. We get our action sport fix from Somerset – in the form of fearless street rider, Sam Baskett, who can clear truly amazing gaps on his BMX. Enjoy these features, plus all our regular features including music reviews, food, club and gig listings. This month we also expand our distribution to include Bristol within the South West edition – exciting times!

My interview with Paloma Faith in the February issue of 247 Magazine
My interview with Paloma Faith in the February issue of 247 Magazine

Rachael Sharpe

Editing Portfolio: Dec/Jan edition of 247 Magazine

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The December & January issue of 247 Magazine is out and  we’re feeling festive at 247 Towers and hope you are too? If not, grab a mince pie and your mulled beverage of choice, head to www.247magazine.co.uk where you can read the magazine online (although if you live in the South West grab a copy at pubs, clubs, bars and bangin’ shops) and immerse yourself in our seasonal fashion (p17), Christmas gift guide (p20) and New Years Eve event round-up (p8). Bah, humbug? Feel free to ignore our yuletide spirit and just enjoy all our usual features: music reviews (p22), style (p16), food (p25) and features with snow/skate/surf star Stefani Nerding (p14), The Voice’s Adam Isaac (p10), Welsh post-hardcore band; Funeral For A Friend (p12) and local soft soul acoustic singer; Alice Watts (p24). Lastly if you’re looking for a great night out over the forthcoming months, be it a gig or club night, check out our comprehensive gig guide at the back of the mag. Have a great time!

Here are some sample spreads from the Dec/Jan issue:

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Rachael Sharpe

Editing Portfolio: Oct/Nov issue of 247 Magazine

I’ve put lots of goodies in the October/November issue of 247 Magazine, which is out now – free to pick up in bars, clubs and shops in the South West and also to read online here. Our cover star, Cornish skateboarder, Matthew Perham talks to us about the South West scene, his trademark ticks and favorite skate spots and longevity within the sport. We’ve also got interviews with Irish rockers; A Plastic Rose, successful local DJ & producer; Phat Chex and punk rock giants; Gallows. This month’s icy fashion shoot is well worth a look too, if you’re after some hot threads to keep the cold weather out. Here are a few sample spreads from this month’s issue:

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Rachael Sharpe

Editing Portfolio: September’s 247 Magazine

Ah, September. Freshers month. It always makes me think of starting my degree at Falmouth College of Arts and all the drinking that lay ahead of me…If you’re kicking off your studies this month and are new to the  South West region be sure to check out the student guide I’ve put together online at www.247magazine.co.uk – you’ll be the cool kid who knows where to go. Bound to help you score. In other news…we have a fab issue for you this month, packed full of the usual music reviews, gig and club listings, fashion, food and fun you’ve come to expect. Highlights this month are our interview with super hot cover star, Delilah, and our catch-up with South West heroes and festival veterans, Reef, before they headline the Festival of Sport later on this month in West Cornwall. Click here to read the magazine online.

Sample spreads from the September’s 247 Magazine

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Rachael Sharpe

Editing Portfolio: 247 Magazine – August issue

With festival season in full swing and the sun even having put in an appearance, there is a lot to be excited about for South West dwelling 247 readers this month! Top of our list is Boardmasters and I’m honoured to have put headliner DJ Fresh on the cover this month – read my interview with the mighty Drum n Bass legend inside. Inside, we’ve also got interviews with folk favourite, Frank Turner and Singer-songwriter Luke Ritchie, as well of all of our regular sections including music reviews, film, food, fashion and the all important listings for the best nights out across Devon and Cornwall.
The August issue is out now, free in pubs, clubs, bars and shops through the South West. Want to have a read online? Click here.
If you’re interested in become a contributor, email me at rachael@outofhand.co.uk

Rachael Sharpe

Editing Portfolio: July’s 247 Magazine

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247 Magazine – July Issue

Who cares if the weather’s gone schizophrenic (we’re sticking to the all-weather nautical look as seen in this month’s fashion shoot), there’s so much to be excited about in the South West this month (and lots to fill a magazine with…) – Ed Sherran, Dizzee Rascal, Zane Lowe, Pulled Apart By Horses, Modestep (read our interview with these electronic rockers here) and so many more at Boardmasters and the first ever Electric Beach festival – which is bringing De La Soul to the South West! In this issue we catch up with the hip hop icons for a UK exclusive interview… We’re got lots of other interviews for you in 247 this month, including a glimpse into the world of talented young surfer, Sophie Hellyer and a chat with Yes Sir Boss – who have just been signed to Joss Stone’s label.

Read 247 Magazine online here.

 

Here are some sample spreads from this issue:

Contents page featuring my Editor’s letter and a lovely illustration by Laura Weeks.

 

 

My interview with De La Soul – the only one they’ve given in the UK to promote their gig in Newquay this month.

 

Part of this month’s fashion shoot, shot by Eleanor Edwards Photography.

Rachael Sharpe
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