Live Loud. Feel Everything. See the Show.
The third issue of SoundCheck Mag cranks up the emotion, energy, and artistry with a bold blend of live music photography, exclusive interviews, and deeply personal fan stories. This edition captures the pulse of the stage—and the heart of those who never miss a show.
 
Inside This Issue:
 
🔥 Cover Feature – Former Critics
This Detroit alt-rock band gets real about brotherhood, creative evolution, and the grit it takes to chase authenticity in a crowded industry. Paired with a full show gallery and editorial shoot, this SoundCheck Sessions spotlight peels back the layers of a band on the rise.
 
🎤 Live Coverage – Half•Alive, The Walters, and More
From the immersive choreography and existential pop of Half•Alive to the nostalgic energy of The Walters, we’re bringing you front row to spring’s most magnetic performances—complete with exclusive photo galleries and behind-the-barricade insight.
 
🎧 Fan Lens – Hometowns & Healing
In this issue’s Fan Lens, readers share the ways music anchors them in moments of chaos, healing, and growth. These reflections remind us why we show up—again and again—to the spaces where music meets memory.
 
🌟 RAW Spotlight – Unheard, Unfiltered, Undeniable
We turn the lens on the creatives keeping the music world in motion—photographers, designers, and visual artists capturing moments fans never forget. This month features rising names turning passion into legacy.
 
💿 Music Reviews & Editor Picks
JP Saxe – Articulate Excuses
A soul-baring, poetically devastating record exploring love, loss, and self-sabotage with surgical precision.
Mayday Parade – Sweet
Pop-punk nostalgia wrapped in emotional maturity—this new EP delivers hooks, heart, and a fresh take on their classic sound.
"Off the Charts" Picks
Our editor-curated mix of rising stars, unforgettable live sets, and deep cuts worth obsessing over.
 
📸 Built by Fans, Framed in Passion
Stunning photo galleries from every angle
Intimate interviews with artists and creatives
Real stories from real fans
A visual love letter to live music culture
This isn’t just a magazine. It’s a movement. A memory. A moment you can hold.
 
Perfect for:
🎤 Music lovers & diehard fans
📷 Creatives and photographers chasing the perfect shot
🎶 Indie, pop-punk, and alt-pop listeners
❤️ Anyone who’s ever screamed the lyrics from the front row
 
Get your copy of Issue 3 today and relive the magic of music through every frame.