Edited by Rickie McCanna

Front Cover by Jason McKay

July issue

MNSTRM Issue 62 is packed with the kind of live energy, emotion, and chaos that makes music worth showing up for.

This issue features live coverage of some of the biggest and most beloved names in alt and rock, including Disturbed, Breaking Benjamin, and Modest Mouse—bands who have been shaping scenes and soundtracks for years. We also caught killer sets from Knuckle Puck, Origami Angel, Cold, and L.S. Dunes, each bringing something unique to the stage—whether it was high-octane riffs, heartfelt lyrics, or just pure, cathartic chaos. And yes, we’re still thinking about that Old Neon show.

On the rise, artists like Braden Bales and Taylor Bickett are carving out space with honest, vulnerable songs that somehow feel like they were written just for you. Their live performances hit in a different way—intimate, open, and totally unfiltered.

The heart of the issue, though, is our exclusive interview with Chained Saint. Ahead of their first-ever headline tour across the U.S., we sat down to talk about everything they’ve overcome to get here—pressure, persistence, and the passion that keeps them going. They’re loud, relentless, and ready to leave a mark.

Whether you’ve been sweating it out in the pit or watching from the back with your arms crossed (no judgment), Issue 62 is for anyone who still believes in the power of a live show and the stories that happen around it.