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
Machine Head Announce Winter 2015 North American Tour
As their latest opus 'Bloodstones & Diamonds' is unleashed on the masses, Machine Head have announced they will be embarking on a North American tour in January.
Slayer Offer Tickets To Fan Who Spoofed Matthew McConaughey Car Commercial
A Slayer fan's video that spoofs a Matthew McConaughey Lincoln car commercial landed him tickets to one of the band's upcoming shows.
Foo Fighters’ Dave Grohl Talks ‘Sonic Highways’ Follow-Up as the Band Releases New Song Clip
In a new interview, Grohl says, "Wait until you see what we're doing for the next record."
Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne Talk About Son Jack’s Battle With Multiple Sclerosis
Over the weekend, Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne talked about their son Jack's struggle at a Rock Against MS Foundation event.
GWAR Cover ’80s Songs, Pay Tribute To Oderus + More Fallen Metal Heroes
With new Scumdogs Blothar and Vulvatron, GWAR crush the Pet Shop Boys track 'West End Girls,' then follow it up with their own version of Jim Carroll's 'People Who Died.'
Soundgarden Release New Track ‘Storm’
Soundgarden fans were treated to a surprise with the release of a brand new song 'Storm.'
Godsmack’s Sully Erna to Embark on December 2014 Solo Tour
With Godsmack's tour schedule blank for the rest of the year, frontman Sully Erna will step out for a string of East Coast dates in December.
Pop Evil Planning Winter 2014 ‘Set in Stone’ Tour
Pop Evil are ready for a victory lap on their 'Onyx' album as they'll finish 2014 with the 'Set in Stone' tour.
Ex-Live Frontman Ed Kowalczyk Announces 2015 ‘Throwing Copper’ 20th Anniversary Acoustic Tour
Former Live frontman Ed Kowalczyk will dig into his past next with a 20th Anniversary 'Throwing Copper' acoustic tour.
Foo Fighters to Play Week-Long ‘Late Show With David Letterman’ Residency
Foo Fighters will be spending the week with 'The Late Show With David Letterman' beginning Oct. 13, welcoming special guests each night.
Chino Moreno-Led Team Sleep Offer Recording Update on New Album
Team Sleep have reactivated to record a new album and guitarist Todd Wilkinson has offered an update on the disc.
Nonpoint Unveil ‘Breaking Skin’ Video
Nonpoint have unveiled the video for the single 'Breaking Skin.' The powerful clip was directed by Justin Reich.