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
Motorhead’s Lemmy Kilmister to Be Honored at Bass Player Live! 2015
Congrats to Lemmy Kilmister, who will be one of the honorees at the 2015 Bass Player Live! event taking place in Los Angeles.
Armored Saint’s John Bush Talks Anthrax Exit, Current Relationship With Band
In an interview with Mitch Lafon, Armored Saint vocalist John Bush recalls his exit from Anthrax and discusses his current relationship with the band members.
38 Years Ago: Twisted Sister’s Dee Snider Testified at the 1985 PMRC Senate Hearing
Twisted Sister's Dee Snider, who was invited to testify in the 1985 Senate hearing regarding the content of songs, reflects on the experience.
KISS Named Top American Gold Record Award Earning Band of All Time
You can add another accomplishment to KISS' impressive musical history.
Korn Reveal Release Details on 20th Anniversary Limited Edition Photo Book
Celebrate the 20th anniversary of Korn's debut disc with a new photo book chronicling their history.
Metallica Post Footage + Audio From Russian Concert, Offer ‘Ktulu’ Illustrations
Metallica fans can watch a recap and get audio from the band's recent show in St. Petersburg, Russia.
Soulfly Add November Leg With Crowbar to ‘We Sold Our Souls to Metal’ Tour
Soulfly have announced a new leg of tour dates for fall 2015, with Crowbar joining them on most dates.
Trivium Unveil ‘Until the World Goes Cold’ Video
After releasing the lighthearted "Blind Leading the Blind" video last week, Trivium turn the tables with their latest clip "Until The World Goes Cold."
Black Sabbath’s Tony Iommi Stands in Isolation Box To Convey Loneliness of Cancer Patient
Black Sabbath guitarist Tony Iommi helped bring awareness to the loneliness felt by many people diagnosed with cancer at an event on Wednesday.
James Hetfield + M. Shadows Audition To Be Zombies in ‘Call of Duty: Black Ops 3′
As part of a contest to be a zombie in the Call of Duty: Black Ops 3 video game, a clip has been released that you can watch above that features celebrities "auditioning" to be zombies.