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’s Kirk Hammett To Jam With Exodus at Fear FestEvil Show During Comic-Con
Metallica guitarist Kirk Hammett is set to perform with his old band, Exodus, at the Fear FestEvil show during Comic-Con in San Diego.
Deftones to Headline 2014 Texas Showdown Tattoo & Music Festival
Deftones have signed on to headline the opening night of the 2014 Texas Showdown Tattoo & Music Festival.
Watch Entire Sets From Metallica, Iron Maiden + More at Rock Am Ring Festival
Germany's massive annual Rock Am Ring festival ended yesterday (June 8), wrapping up four days of music featuring some of the biggest names in metal and rock including Metallica, Iron Maiden, Linkin Park, Avenged Sevenfold, Alter Bridge,. Mastodon, Opeth, Trivum, Nine Inch Nails, Slayer, Rob Zombie, Suicide Silence, the Offspring and many more...
Metallica Release Helsinki Show Footage, Including Live Debut of ‘The Frayed Ends of Sanity’
As Metallica have been playing their 'By Request' tour where fans pick the setlist, the shows have included their big hits like 'One,' 'Enter Sandman' and 'Nothing Else Matters,' but also some surprises.
The fans at Sonisphere Finland voted for 'The Frayed Ends of Sanity' from 1988's '...
Metallica’s James Hetfield To Narrate Upcoming History Channel Series ‘The Hunt’
Metallica frontman James Hetfield has a number of hobbies and pastimes, one of which is hunting. Hetfield has experience in bear hunting, which is the subject of the upcoming History series 'The Hunt,' and he'll be the narrator for the eight episode series that premieres Sunday, June 8 at 10PM ET.
Metallica To Headline 2014 Glastonbury Festival
Metallica have played nearly everywhere in the world. Last year they played on all seven continents, including Antarctica. But one place they haven't played is the legendary Glastonbury Festival in England. That will change next month.
Lars Ulrich: Metallica Are in ‘Fourth Inning’ of New Album Process
He was born in Denmark and grew up with a tennis background, but Metallica's Lars Ulrich made a baseball reference when talking about the progress of a new studio album. In an interview with Rolling Stone, Ulrich says, "Right now, we're in the fourth inning."
Metallica Join MusiCares MAP Fund Tribute to Ozzy Osbourne
Metallica already have a lot on their plate, but they aren't too busy to help out a worthy cause. They will be performing at the 10th annual MusiCares MAP Fund Benefit Concert on May 12 at Club Nokia in Los Angeles where their pal Ozzy Osbourne is being saluted.
Metallica Reveal Full Details for Second Annual San Francisco Giants ‘Metallica Night’
Metallica have a busy summer planned, as they've lined up a number of shows and plan to work on material for a new album. Last year, they were asked by their hometown San Francisco Giants baseball team to participate in Metallica Night, and it was such a success they are doing it again.
Metallica’s Kirk Hammett: ‘We Have To Start Working on the Album’
Even though Metallica haven't released a new studio album since 2008's 'Death Magnetic,' they've kept plenty busy. Between global touring (they played all 7 continents including Antarctica in 2013) and making the 3D movie 'Through the Never,' they have remained in the spotlight. The question on everybody's mind is when that elusive next album will be recorded.
Motley Crue Officially Announce Final Tour
One of the most notorious bands in music is calling it a day. Motley Crue have announced a farewell tour with the legendary Alice Cooper serving as the opening act. Moreover, the Crue have signed a binding legal document that they will not tour beyond the year 2015, making this a true final tour.
Episode 2 of ‘Cooking Hostile’ With Philip Anselmo Unveiled
The initial episode of 'Cooking Hostile' debuted in October, featuring animated versions of Pantera / Down vocalist Philip Anselmo, Anthrax‘s Scott Ian and Suicidal Tendencies‘ Mike Muir participating in a cooking show. Now, the second episode has been posted (watch above).