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
Failure Launch PledgeMusic Campaign for First Album in Nearly 20 Years
It's been almost 20 years since Failure last released an album and they're letting fans help out via a PledgeMusic campaign.
Anthrax, White Zombie and Fates Warning Members Team Up To Form Motor Sister
Mother Superior were a band that disbanded a few years ago. Anthrax's Scott Ian was a big fan of the band, and he's formed Motor Sister to pay tribute to them.
Prong to Unleash Covers Album ‘Songs From the Black Hole’
Prong are reflecting on their roots with the new covers album 'Songs From the Black Hole.'
Serj Tankian, Tom Morello + More Appear on ‘Immortal’ Randy Rhoads Tribute Album
'Immortal Randy Rhoads: The Ultimate Tribute' will see a March 3 release via UDR Music.
Metallica’s Robert Trujillo Was Careful Not to Cross Zakk Wylde + Other Bandmates
Metallica's Robert Trujillo reveals in a new interview his key for dealing with bandmates and says he was careful not to cross Zakk Wylde and others.
Slipknot’s Mick Thomson: ‘We Hope To Do Our Next Record Sooner’
Slipknot hope to follow up their latest album in a quicker time than it has taken in the past.
Kid Rock: ‘You’re Not Going to Get Anything Politically Correct Out of Me’
Kid Rock offers his frank opinions on several hot button topics like politics, drugs, social media and even a critique of rap-rock.
Killswitch Engage’s Jesse Leach Books Australian Solo DJ Shows
Killswitch Engage frontman Jesse Leach has added a handful of DJ dates to his recently announced Australian spoken word show.
Five Finger Death Punch, Pretty Reckless + Avenged Sevenfold Top Billboard’s 2014 Rock Charts
Billboard has unveiled its year-end charts for 2014, and the publication's hard rock and mainstream rock tallies are led by the Pretty Reckless, Five Finger Death Punch and Avenged Sevenfold.
Pierce the Veil To Headline 2015 Self Help Festival
The 2015 edition of the Self Help Festival will be held March 7, 2015, in San Bernardino, Calif.