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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: 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: 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

Cover designed by Skillmatik

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

Editing Portfolio: June’s 247 Magazine

The weather is fabulous and it’s festival season – what’s not to be happy about? Take a look at the June edition of 247 Magazine, feature it’s new redesign look, here – if the illustration on the contents page by Mole Brown doesn’t make you crack a smile, nothing will. Feeling sunny? Check out our fab fashion shoot featuring South West based label, Kuccia. Need some new sunnies? See our pick of the bunch in Retail Therapy and summer wouldn’t be summer without some new tunes so be sure to check out our music reviews too. Of course we’ve got a host of features lined up for you to – we meet rad BMXer Scott Hamlin and give you our pick of ways to get some exercise without the gym too. Also this month, we catch up with Northern Irish rock trio, Ash, ahead of their Exeter gig. So there is just enough time to pack your wellies or sun cream and get off to Leopallooza festival – see you there maybe?

About 247 Magazine

247 Magazine was launched in April 2000, targeting 18-30 yr olds living and working in Devon and Cornwall and has rapidly grown to become the most popular free music and lifestyle magazine of it’s type in the region. It’s online reach also includes Bristol, Bath and South Wales as well as Gloucestershire, Wiltshire and Somerset.

The magazine is available FREE, from over 1,500 retail outlets, or you can download a copy from www.247magazine.co.uk. Over 75,000 people read each issue in each area each month, regarding it is essential reading for finding out what’s happening, and planning where to go out to each month.

247 Magazine is now the indispensable music and lifestyle guide for 18-30 yr olds throughout the South West region.

Rachael Sharpe

Editing Portfolio: 247 Magazine – Diamond Jubilee Special

This month, 247 Magazine, the South West leading music and lifestyle guide, which I edit, takes on a new look – bolder, fresher and funkier than before. As well as the redesign, this month the magazine is themed around the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee – after all  60 years of The Queen’s reign deserves some recognition! Why not have a read of the magazine online here – as well as all of our Jubilee goodies, we’ve got some great features for you: South West lovers, The Pigeon Detectives talk to us about their tour this month, we interview Grime MC and rapper; Wretch 32 and we meet singer/songwriter; Jack Wallen who’s first gig was supporting James Morrison. Don’t miss our feature on breakdancing in the South West either.

Rachael Sharpe

Editing Portfolio…April Edition of 247 Magazine

Spring has settled in and summer is definitely on it’s merry way – it’s festival season! And the sunny South West is certainly the best place to live in to enjoy it…This month’s 247 Magazine features a 20-page festival is bursting full of homegrown festivals, as well as a few worth travelling for, if you’re so inclined. From independent festivals like Leopallooza and Beautiful Days through to big shebangs like Boardmasters and local one-days we’ve got it all covered. Grab a beer and a red pen and decide which ones you’re up for! Strapped for cash? Read our guide to doing festivals for free and enter all the ticket comps we’re running at www.247magazine.co.uk. Read the April edition online here.

Rachael Sharpe
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