BBC Radio One - Live Lounge: Sam Smith


·     Timeline of entire episode.
Main sections: British artist and content promoting British music, interviews, news
   1.  Introduction from the presenter, Clara Amfo.
   2.  Sam Smith sings his first song.
   3.  Sam Smith sings his second song, more upbeat.
   4.  Sam Smith gives thanks to the audience and introduces his band.
   5.  Sam Smith sings his third song, from his first album.
   6.  Sam Smith sings his fourth song, a cover.
   7.  Sam Smith sings his fifth song.
   8.  Sam Smith introduces a song very special to him, which kick-started his career.
   9.  Sam Smith sings his sixth song.
·     How is the episode constructed? Why?
After the host has introduced the show, the artist takes centre on the stage, so he’s the focus. After two songs, Sam Smith addresses himself to the audience, thanking them and introducing his band, to show his gratitude for his opportunity, and by speaking to the audience, it makes the performance more personal. Sam Smith sings a cover, a theme of BBC Radio 1 ‘Live Lounge’. Sam Smith then tells the story of when he heard his song on the radio for the first time, and shows how he’s human.
·     Who is the target audience? Why?
Age (primary): 15-21 (secondary): 22-28, the actual audience is very mixed
Genre: slow-style pop
Race: white performer, black pianist, black presenter, all white orchestra, black back-up singers, black drummer, white guitarist
·     What is the audience address of The Radio 1 Live Lounge in terms of its content and style?
Age (primary): 15-21 (secondary): 22-28
Genre: Pop
Ethnicity: Mixed
Gender: Mixed

Comments

  1. JCoSS Media Dept1 April 2018 at 10:05

    This is good Benji!
    In terms of your last box, consider --> is the address informal or formal? Are there moments for audiences interaction? Is the style upbeat? Is the content relatable for the target audience?

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