Chad has been writing about music since the mid '90s in genres ranging from mainstream pop to extreme metal. His work has appeared in numerous magazines and websites across the globe. He's currently the heavy metal editor for About.com and contributes to many other publications. Chad has worked in radio for more than a quarter century and resides in Charlotte.
Chad Bowar
Prophets of Rage Share ‘Killing in the Name’ Live Video, Tease ‘The Party’s Over’ Recording
Prophets of Rage are sharing the new live video for 'Killing in the Name' and they've teased that they'll be recording a studio version of 'The Party's Over.'
Motorhead, ‘Clean Your Clock’ – Live Album/DVD Review
Check out our review of the new Motorhead live album/DVD 'Clean Your Clock.'
Airbourne Reveal New Album Details, Plan Fall 2016 North American Tour
Aussie rockers Airbourne are ready to unleash their fourth album, 'Breakin' Outta Hell,' and they've lined up an extensive tour of the U.S. and Canada.
Skindred to Embark on U.S. Tour in September With (hed) P.E. + SOiL
Skindred will be hitting the road in September in the U.S. with (hed) p.e. and SOiL.
Anthrax Unveil ‘Zero Tolerance’ Lyric Video, Reflect on 35 Years as a Band
Get a look at the new lyric video for Anthrax's 'Zero Tolerance' and see what Scott Ian has to say about 35 years of being in Anthrax.
Gojira, ‘Magma’ – Album Review
Check out our review of the new Gojira album 'Magma.'
Tom Morello to Headline Shows Protesting Trans-Pacific Partnership
Tom Morello has announced that he'll be playing a series of dates with acts like Anti-Flag and Flobots protesting the Trans-Pacific partnership.
Michael Schenker Criticizes Scorpions, Calls Brother Rudolf Schenker a ‘Trick Master’
Michael Schenker has lashed out at his former band Scorpions and called his brother Rudolf a 'wannabe' and a 'trick master.'
Deftones’ Chino Moreno to Perform Inside an Icelandic Volcano
Deftones frontman Chino Moreno will play an acoustic set inside the Thrihnuagigur volcano.
KISS’ Gene Simmons Brings African Foster Son to U.S. For Surgery
KISS' Gene Simmons has invited foster son Zinnah Sambolah from Africa to the U.S. while he undergoes surgery on his leg.
Sevendust Plan August 2016 North American Tour with Crobot + Red Tide Rising
Sevendust will play a mix of U.S. and Canadian dates in August with support from Crobot and Red Tide Rising.
Sixx: A.M. Chronicle Multiple Show Day in ‘A Tale of Two Cities’ Video
Sixx: A.M. love to rock, and in a new video short you get to follow the band as they play in both San Antonio and Dallas for festivals on the same day.