Q Magazine – May 2019 – Foals Cover, Kurt Cobain, Nirvana, Doves & The Specials

Original British Music Magazine | May 2019 | Foals | Kurt Cobain | Nirvana | Doves | The Specials | Evan Dando | Mark E. Smith

An original May 2019 issue of Q Magazine, featuring British alternative rock band Foals on the front cover.

This collectible issue includes an extensive Foals cover feature, an investigation into the final days of Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain, exclusive coverage of the return of Doves, and features on The Specials, Evan Dando and Mark E. Smith.

Additional coverage includes Maggie Rogers, Mumford & Sons, Bring Me The Horizon, Mac DeMarco, Jenny Lewis, The Wombats and Mark Hollis.

An interesting publication documenting British alternative rock, indie music, grunge, post-punk and contemporary music culture during 2019.

Magazine Details

• Publication: Q Magazine

• Issue Date: May 2019

• Country: United Kingdom

• Language: English

• Genre: Music, Alternative Rock, Indie, Popular Culture

• Main Cover Artist: Foals

• Format: Original printed magazine

• Condition: Pre-owned

• SKU: 1582

Date information: May 2019 is confirmed on the photographed contents page. The exact publication day is not visible.

Front Cover – Foals

The front cover is dominated by a striking black-and-white and sepia-toned promotional photograph of British alternative rock band Foals.

The four band members are arranged in a close group portrait against a lightly textured background.

Frontman Yannis Philippakis occupies the central foreground position, wearing an open dark shirt with layered necklaces and his arms folded.

The remaining band members are positioned around him, wearing dark clothing and looking directly towards the camera.

The photograph gives the cover a serious, cinematic appearance, reflecting the band's established reputation as one of Britain's leading alternative rock acts.

The famous red Q Magazine logo occupies the upper-left corner.

The band's name appears in enormous red lettering across the lower half of the cover.

The main headlines include:

Foals – Maximum Horse Power!

Six Months on the Edge with the World's Most Explosive Band

The cover also features the quotation:

This is an act of resistance.

The contents page confirms that the Foals feature begins on page 80.

Inside the Foals Feature

The article is described as an extended encounter with the Oxford band.

Q Magazine joins the group during their touring activities and documents their personalities, experiences and musical ambitions.

The contents page describes the feature as including beer, bowling, Bibles and time spent with the band.

The photographed contents page also highlights the ten-pin bowling abilities of Jack Bevan and Jimmy Smith during a visit to Lewisham.

A large colour photograph shows the musicians in a rehearsal or performance space.

Visible in the photograph are guitars, a drum kit, amplifiers, microphone stands and other musical equipment.

The photograph captures the band in a relaxed working environment rather than a conventional promotional portrait.

This is an appealing feature for Foals collectors, particularly those interested in the band's activities surrounding their 2019 releases.

Kurt Cobain – The Final Days

One of the most prominent articles advertised on the front cover concerns Kurt Cobain, the influential singer, guitarist and songwriter of Nirvana.

The headline reads:

The Final Days of Kurt Cobain

The cover commemorates the 25th anniversary of his death, advertising an investigation into his final year.

A small archival photograph of Cobain appears in the upper-right section of the front cover.

The contents page confirms that the feature begins on page 64.

The article explores the final period of Cobain's life and his place in the history of alternative rock.

Cobain's work with Nirvana helped define the grunge movement and transformed mainstream rock music during the early 1990s.

The feature is especially relevant to collectors of Nirvana memorabilia, Kurt Cobain publications and music magazines covering the Seattle grunge scene.

Doves – Exclusive Return Feature

The magazine advertises an exclusive feature on British alternative rock band Doves.

The front cover headline reads:

Inside the Return of Doves

The contents page confirms that the feature begins on page 32.

The article examines the band's return following a lengthy period away from performing together.

A short description refers to the band's decade-long absence and their return to music.

Doves are known for atmospheric alternative rock and albums including Lost Souls, The Last Broadcast and Some Cities.

This issue provides contemporary coverage of an important period in the band's history.

The Specials – Interview and Feature

Legendary British ska band The Specials receive a prominent feature beginning on page 24.

The contents page advertises the article under Q Magazine's Cash for Questions format.

It describes the group discussing an unexpected enthusiasm for DIY and offering opinions about the music industry.

The Specials are closely associated with the British 2 Tone movement and the late-1970s ska revival.

The article adds an important historical British music element to this issue.

Evan Dando – Rock's Unlikeliest Survivor

The front cover advertises a major feature on Evan Dando, frontman of American alternative rock band The Lemonheads.

The headline reads:

Evan Dando – Rock's Unlikeliest Survivor Reveals All

The contents page confirms that the article begins on page 92.

The feature is presented as a candid conversation with Dando, exploring his experiences in the music industry, personal difficulties and continuing musical career.

The Lemonheads became particularly associated with the alternative rock movement of the early 1990s.

This feature is of interest to fans of American indie rock, The Lemonheads and the wider alternative music scene.

Mark E. Smith – Remembered

The magazine includes a retrospective feature on Mark E. Smith, the influential frontman of British post-punk group The Fall.

The front cover advertises:

A Year On... The Real Mark E. Smith – By His Friends and Family

The contents page confirms that the feature begins on page 40.

The article looks back at Smith's life and legacy through the recollections of people who knew him.

Mark E. Smith was renowned for his distinctive vocal delivery, uncompromising personality and extensive recording career with The Fall.

The feature provides an interesting historical perspective on British post-punk and independent music.

Mark Hollis – Remembered

The contents page lists a retrospective feature on Mark Hollis, beginning on page 7.

Hollis was best known as the frontman of Talk Talk, whose later albums became influential in experimental rock and post-rock.

The article looks back at his life and musical achievements following his death in February 2019.

This adds another significant retrospective element to the magazine.

Bring Me The Horizon

A feature on British rock band Bring Me The Horizon begins on page 50.

The contents page describes the band's emergence from a period of criticism and difficulties to renewed success.

The article is particularly relevant to fans interested in the band's musical evolution and their growing international reputation during the late 2010s.

Additional Artists and Features

Mumford & Sons – Page 10

Coverage of Marcus Mumford and the band's return, including their plans for a distinctive festival appearance.

Mac DeMarco – Page 16

A feature on the Canadian singer-songwriter, discussing his relaxed musical personality and approach to songwriting.

Louise Wener – Page 20

An interview with the former Sleeper frontwoman, reflecting on her experiences as a prominent figure in Britpop.

Maggie Rogers – Page 130

The singer-songwriter contributes a closing feature reflecting on her musical career and personal experiences.

Jenny Lewis – Page 109

A review of new music from the American singer-songwriter.

The Wombats – Page 102

Live concert coverage reviewing the band's performance at Wembley Arena.

These New Puritans – Page 106

Coverage of the British experimental music group.

Matthew Herbert – Page 74

An article exploring the musician and composer's creative response to contemporary political events.

Jesse Buckley – Page 30

A record collection feature exploring the actress and singer's musical interests.

Steve Lamacq – Page 118

A retrospective feature revisiting alternative music history.

Magazine Design and Presentation

This issue retains Q Magazine's recognisable editorial design.

The front cover combines:

• The large red Q logo.

• A monochrome Foals group portrait.

• Bold red Foals lettering.

• Black, white and red typography.

• A Kurt Cobain anniversary headline.

• Prominent advertisements for Doves and The Specials.

• Additional artist names arranged along the lower-right section.

• A small archival photograph of Kurt Cobain.

The photographed contents page is headed Q Contents – May 2019.

It features a large colour photograph of Foals in a music rehearsal space, accompanied by page references and summaries of the principal articles.

The contents page is divided into sections including:

Features, Incoming, Regulars and Reviews.

The page layout uses strong red, blue and black typography against a white background.

The overall design is characteristic of Q Magazine's later publishing period, combining modern music journalism with retrospective coverage of influential performers.

Collecting Interest

This issue may appeal to collectors of:

• Q Magazine.

• Foals and Yannis Philippakis.

• Kurt Cobain and Nirvana.

• The Seattle grunge movement.

• Doves.

• The Specials and 2 Tone ska.

• Evan Dando and The Lemonheads.

• Mark E. Smith and The Fall.

• Mark Hollis and Talk Talk.

• Bring Me The Horizon.

• Mumford & Sons.

• Mac DeMarco.

• Maggie Rogers.

• Jenny Lewis.

• The Wombats.

• British indie and alternative rock.

• Music journalism and artist interviews.

The combination of a major Foals cover feature, Kurt Cobain anniversary coverage and retrospective articles makes this a particularly interesting issue for alternative rock enthusiasts.

Condition – Detailed Assessment

Pre-owned condition – generally good and presentable, with visible signs of previous handling and age-related wear.

The following observations are based on the supplied photographs.

Front Cover

• The original Foals front cover is present.

• The main group photograph remains clearly visible.

• The red Q Magazine logo retains strong colour.

• The principal headlines and artist names remain readable.

• Some light surface scuffing and rubbing are visible.

• Minor wear is apparent along the left-hand spine edge.

• The upper and lower edges show slight handling wear.

• The corners display minor softening and wear.

• The lower-left corner has a small amount of visible rubbing.

• The cover has slight curvature consistent with previous storage and handling.

• No large tear is apparent across the main cover image.

Interior Pages

• The photographed contents page remains clearly readable.

• The large Foals photograph retains good colour and detail.

• The interior paper shows some curvature near the spine.

• Minor handling marks and light edge wear may be present.

• No major tears are apparent on the photographed contents page.

• No obvious handwritten annotations are visible.

Spine and Binding

• The magazine's spine is visible along the left side of the front cover.

• Light rubbing and minor wear are apparent.

• The photographed contents page remains attached.

• No complete separation of the binding is apparent from the supplied images.

Overall Condition

The magazine presents well for a previously owned music publication.

The cover retains its distinctive appearance and the photographed interior page remains in readable condition.

Not new or mint condition.

Only the front cover and contents page have been photographed, so the condition of every interior page and the rear cover cannot be independently confirmed.

Please examine all supplied photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the condition description.

Important – Original Extras and Supplements

This listing is for the original Q Magazine shown in the photographs only.

Any original free gifts, promotional items, additional supplements, detachable extras or other items that may originally have accompanied the magazine are no longer included.

No separate supplement is shown in the supplied photographs.

Only the magazine itself is included in this sale.

Packaging and Delivery

We take care when packaging collectible magazines and printed publications.

UK Orders: The magazine will be sent in a protective hardback envelope to help prevent bending and damage during transit.

International Orders: The magazine will be sent in a sturdy cardboard mail-size box for additional protection during international shipping.

Final Description

An original May 2019 Q Magazine featuring Foals on the front cover.

Includes advertised features on Kurt Cobain, Nirvana, Doves, The Specials, Evan Dando, Mark E. Smith, Mark Hollis, Bring Me The Horizon and other influential musicians.

An interesting collectible documenting the British and international alternative music scene during 2019.

Suitable for collectors of Q Magazine, Foals memorabilia, Nirvana publications, indie rock and British music history.

You will receive the actual pre-owned magazine shown in the photographs.

SKU: 1582