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
In This Moment Songs Receive Lullaby Treatment on New Album
Tracks like "Whore" and "Sex Metal Barbie" aren't exactly baby friendly, at least not in their original forms, but now there are lullaby versions of those tunes.
AC/DC’s ‘Thunderstruck’ Used By Ashley Madison Hackers
How does an AC/DC classic tie into the Ashley Madison hacking scandal? Find out here.
Trivium Unleash ‘Blind Leading the Blind’ Video
The clip features a middle-aged bar band playing the song to a varied audience that includes everyone from young adults clad in Trivium shirts to senior citizens.
Metal Allegiance Unveil Video for ‘Dying Song’ Featuring Philip Anselmo
The term "supergroup" is tossed around pretty loosely, but in the case of the all-star collective Metal Allegiance, it's a fitting description.
The Sword Unveil Late 2015 North American Tour, ‘The Dreamthieves’ Lyric Video
The Sword will see plenty of highway and concert stages in 2015's final months as they've just announced two legs of touring.
GWAR Add Another Leg to ’30 Years of Total World Domination’ Tour
GWAR have announced more dates for their North American 2015 tour.
Soulfly Unleash ‘Archangel’ Title Track
Rock on! Soulfly are leading up to the release of their 'Archangel' album by unveiling the disc's title track. Take a listen.
Children of Bodom Unveil ‘I Worship Chaos’ Lyric Video
Children of Bodom give you another taste of their new album with the 'I Worship Chaos' lyric video.
Motorhead Unleash Blazing ‘Electricity’ Lyric Video
Motorhead are giving fans another taste of new music with the 'Electricity' music video.
Soulfly Get Biblical On New Track ‘Sodomites’
Soulfly dig into the Bible for inspiration with the new song 'Sodomites.'