I've decided to go with this one as my final shot. I'll need to crop out the clutter in the background but thats no big deal.
I like this shot because its somewhat unconventional and looks sufficiently edgy.
I took more test shots, this time one a plane white background. I also got theme to wear band merchandise from a band called Of Mice And Men that tend to show up in magazines like Kerrang. I got them to wear that outfit to try and appeal to a similar audience as Kerrang.
The clothes I want my actors to wear will be black, or dark colours to fit with the theme of rock music. perhaps even clothes that promote other bands. I'll also have them both in make up to make them look more edgy.
the shadows on the wall may be an issue and the background objects will need to be removed.
I will also need to make sure there is enough space at the sides of the shot for text.