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
Goatwhore Unleash Lyric Video for Blazing New Track ‘Chaos Arcane’
Fire up the pit! Goatwhore are back with a new lyric video for the blazing new song 'Chaos Arcane.'
Brendon Small’s Galaktikon to Release New Album ‘Galaktikon II: Become the Storm’ in August
Brendon Small has revealed plans to release 'Galaktikon II; Become the Storm' album.
Frank Carter on Being a Festival ‘Conversion’ Band, Lineup Changes + World Politics [Carolina Rebellion Interview]
We spoke with Frank Carter at Carolina Rebellion about the Rattlesnakes' goal at U.S. festivals, their lineup changes and got his thoughts on politics.
In Flames’ Bjorn Gelotte on ‘Battles': ‘If We’re Happy With It, Then It’s an In Flames Record’ [Carolina Rebellion Interview]
We spoke with In Flames' Bjorn Gelotte at Carolina Rebellion and got his thoughts on the response to the band's 'Battles' album and discussed their new members.
Ded: ‘We Are Cooking Our Own Meal’ With ‘Mis.an.thrope’ Album [Carolina Rebellion Interview]
We chat with Ded's Joe Coleta and David Ludlow at Carolina Rebellion about their 'Mis.an.thrope' album, their early success and the Phoenix music scene.
All That Remains’ Oli Herbert on ‘Madness’ Video, ‘The Thunder Rolls’ Cover + Symphinity Side Project [Carolina Rebellion Interview]
All That Remains guitarist Oli Herbert discusses the powerful 'Madness' video, 'The Thunder Rolls' cover and his Symphinity side project at Carolina Rebellion.
Citizen Zero’s Josh LeMay on Representing Detroit, Touring With Steel Panther + More [Carolina Rebellion Interview]
We caught up with Citizen Zero's Josh LeMay at Carolina Rebellion and he talked about the band's radio success, representing Detroit, touring with Steel Panther + more.
Megadeth’s Dave Mustaine + Mascot Vic Rattlehead Collectible Figures in the Works
Megadeth frontman Dave Mustaine and the band's mascot Vic Rattlehead will get their own KnuckleBonz figures this fall.
Carolina Rebellion 2017: Exclusive Alter Bridge Interview + Photos
We caught Alter Bridge's set at the 2017 Carolina Rebellion fest, and also caught up with two of the band's members for an interview.
Fozzy’s Chris Jericho Talks Success of New Single ‘Judas,’ Dream Guest for Podcast + More [Carolina Rebellion Interview]
We caught Fozzy's set at Carolina Rebellion, and we also caught up with frontman Chris Jericho for an exclusive interview.
Queensryche, Tesla + Lita Ford Lead 2018 Monsters of Rock Cruise
The lineup for the 2018 Monsters of Rock Cruise has been revealed.
Machine Head’s Robb Flynn Plans 50th Birthday Bash in July
The Machine Head frontman is already taking jabs about his 50th birthday ahead of his special birthday bash.