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
Slipknot, Avenged Sevenfold, Deftones, Slayer + More To Play Knotfest Mexico 2016
The lineup for this year's Knotfest Mexico is stacked, with Slipknot, Avenged Sevenfold, Deftones, Slayer and more.
DevilDriver Unveil Fiery New Video For ‘My Night Sky’
Light it up, as DevilDriver unveil a fiery new video for the song 'My Night Sky.'
‘Ozzy & Jack’s World Detour’ Unveils Another Trailer
Before 'Ozzy & Jack's World Detour' arrives on History Channel, get a look at another trailer for the series.
Motionless in White Unleash Video for ‘570’
Get a look at the new video for Motionless in White's single '570.'
Dark Tranquillity Announce New Album + 2016 North American Tour
Legendary Swedish melodic death metal band Dark Tranquillity will release their 11th full-length studio album, Atoma, Nov. 4 via Century Media Records.
The band says in a statement, "That's right! We're more than halfway done with the recording of the upcoming album, and it's shaping up to be a diverse and challenging affair that will feature a lot of different aspects of the D...
The Dillinger Escape Plan To Embark on Intimate August North American Tour
The Dillinger Escape Plan are playing the Heavy Montreal festival next month, but have just announced that they will surround that appearance with a short tour of intimate venues. The trek kicks off Aug. 5 in Toronto.
The band has been working on the follow-up to 2013's One of Us Is the Killer, but no details have been revealed yet as to when the new disc will be released...
Skeletonwitch Add Fall 2016 Tour Dates With Iron Reagan, Oathbreaker + More
Skeletonwitch will hit the road this fall with Iron Reagan, Oathbreaker and more providing support.
Neurosis Reveal New Album Details, Scott Kelly Performs at Oregon Shakespeare Festival
Neurosis will release 'Fire Within Fires' in September. Meanwhile, singer Scott Kelly is currently performing in 'Hamlet' at the Oregon Shakespeare Fest.
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.
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.