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
Watch a Trailer for the Slash-Scored ‘Clowns 3D’ Maze at Universal Studios Hollywood
The 'Clowns 3D' maze featuring music by Slash attraction has officially opened at Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights. Watch a trailer here.
Wayne Static + Powerman 5000 Team Up for Fall 2014 Co-Headlining Tour
Wayne Static is taking his solo band back on the road for a co-headlining tour with Powerman 5000.
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.
Webisodes Precede KISS Reality Show ‘4th and Loud’
KISS icons Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley are part owners of the L.A. Kiss arena football team, and a new reality show '4th and Loud' will chronicle the team's inaugural season.
Former Flyleaf Singer Lacey Sturm to Release Autobiography ‘The Reason’
Sturm dedicates the book "to the one like my teenage self, who is a breath away from finding the beauty of a life worth living."
Flyleaf Unveil Video for ‘Set Me On Fire’ Video From Upcoming ‘Between the Stars’ Album
With Flyleaf's fourth studio album 'Between the Stars' set to be unleashed Sept. 16, the band has released the video for the catchy first single 'Set Me On Fire.'
Butcher Babies’ Carla Harvey To Release First Novel
Butcher Babies member Carla Harvey's first novel, 'Death and Other Dances,' will be released Aug. 25.
Nick Oliveri to Rock With Motorhead, Dwarves Members on ‘Leave Me Alone’ Solo Disc
Former Kyuss and Queens of the Stone Age bassist Nick Oliveri is eyeing a September release for his 'Leave Me Alone' solo album.
Nonpoint Announce Release Plans for New Album ‘The Return’
Nonpoint have completed their latest album, 'The Return,' and unveiled that it will arrive in September.
Judas Priest Score Highest Chart Debut Ever With ‘Redeemer of Souls’
Judas Priest's latest album 'Redeemer of Souls' has received a lot of accolades, and those positive reviews are translating into sales.
Royal Blood Unveil Debut Album Details, Premiere New Single
Royal Blood have announced their release details for their self-titled debut disc and unveiled the new single 'Figure It Out.'
Mastodon’s Debut Album ‘Remission’ To Get Deluxe Reissue
On the heels of the release of Mastodon's latest album, 'Once More 'Round the Sun,' comes word that their debut album will be reissued. The deluxe version of 'Remission' will be released Aug. 5 via Relapse Records.