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
Nickelback Ink New Record Deal, Debut ‘Edge of a Revolution’ Lyric Video
Nickelback will be back in action this fall thanks to a new deal with Republic Records. The new lyric video for 'Edge of a Revolution' just arrived online.
Danko Jones Release ‘Live at Grona Lund’ Album Via Spotify
Danko Jones have released their very first concert album, 'Live at Grona Lund,' via Spotify.
Watch Metallica Rock ‘Battery’ + ‘The Four Horsemen’ at 2014 Heavy Montreal Festival
Metallica have released video footage of their performances of 'Battery' and 'The Four Horsemen' from the 2014 Heavy Montreal Festival.
Trapt to Release Career-Spanning Acoustic Album
Platinum rockers Trapt will revisit some of their biggest hits unplugged style with the upcoming album 'The Acoustic Collection.'
Five Finger Death Punch ‘No One Gets Left Behind’ Jersey Exceeds ‘5FDP4VETS’ Fundraising Goal
Five Finger Death Punch have already exceeded the fundraising goal for their 'No One Gets Left Behind' jersey aiding military organizations.
Coheed and Cambria’s Claudio Sanchez Launches New Label, Signs Thank You Scientist
Coheed and Cambria frontman Claudio Sanchez has launched a new record label and announced that Thank You Scientist are Evil Ink Records' first signing.
Accept Debut Lyric Video for ‘Final Journey’
Accept have unveiled the fiery new lyric video for their song 'Final Journey.'
Crobot To Unleash ‘Something Supernatural’ Album in October
After Pennsylvania rockers Crobot gave a taste of things to come with a four song self-titled EP back in May, now comes word that their full-length album 'Something Supernatural' will be released Oct. 28 via Wind-up.
Suicide Silence + The Black Dahlia Murder Team Up For Fall 2014 Co-Headlining Tour
Suicide Silence and The Black Dahlia Murder will be sharing stages this fall on a co-headlining tour.
Scott Ian’s ‘Swearing Words in Glasgow’ DVD to Hit Shelves in November
Anthrax's Scott Ian embarked on a spoken word tour, telling hilarious and ridiculous tales from his more than 30 years in the music industry.