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
Metallica To Play Two Historic September Shows in Quebec City
Metallica are very familiar with Quebec's Colisee Pepsi, playing seven shows in the arena dating back to 1989.
Supergroup Art of Anarchy Unveil ”Til the Dust Is Gone’ Video
Art of Anarchy, a supergroup with several well-known members, will release their self-titled debut album June 2.
Corey Taylor Ranks Slipknot’s Albums From Least Favorite to Favorite
For artists, ranking albums can be as difficult as ranking children. For Slipknot, that feat is especially challenging.
Dave Grohl: ‘I Will Be a Diehard Metallica Fan Until the Day I Die’
As Record Store Day ambassador, Dave Grohl professes his love for Metallica.
Stone Sour Preview Black Sabbath Cover ‘Children of the Grave’
With Record Store Day on Saturday, Stone Sour have unveiled a snippet of another track from their Meanwhile in Burbank covers EP.
Aerosmith Announce 2015 North American Summer ‘Blue Army Tour’
Legendary rockers Aerosmith will be back on the road this summer for the "Blue Army" tour.
Stone Sour Unveil Cover of Metallica’s ‘Creeping Death’
Stone Sour are set to unleash their covers EP Meanwhile in Burbank in time for Record Store Day on Saturday (April 18).
The Winery Dogs, Joe Satriani, Steve Vai + More Host Musician Camps This Summer
Summer means camps for the kids, but adults can also enjoy some fun and music with musician camps.
More Cast Members Announced for Shawn ‘Clown’ Crahan Directed Film ‘Officer Downe’
Shawn ‘Clown’ Crahan has signed on to direct Officer Downe, an indie film adaptation of a graphic novel of the same name, and now several cast members have been revealed.
Weezer, Halestorm + Sum 41 to Perform at 2nd Annual Alternative Press Music Awards
Weezer, Halestorm and Sum 41 lead the performance lineup for the second annual Alternative Press Awards.