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
Stitched Up Heart Unveil ‘Catch Me When I Fall’ Video
Stitched Up Heart have revealed their latest video for the song 'Catch Me When I Fall.'
James Hetfield Delves Into New Metallica Songs, Admits ‘Hardwired’ Single Is ‘Not Shakespeare’
James Hetfield and his Metallica bandmates delve into the 'Hardwired ... To Self-Destruct' singles and album creation.
Korn Unveil ‘Take Me’ Video
Korn have released the video for 'Take Me' off their new album 'The Serenity of Suffering.'
Evanescence to Release ‘The Ultimate Collection’ Vinyl Box Set in December
Evanescence have detailed what will be part of 'The Ultimate Collection' vinyl box set, which is due in December.
Slipknot Guitarist Jim Root Recovering From Back Surgery
Slipknot's guitarist Jim Root is the latest to go under the knife, undergoing back surgery.
Mastodon Begin Work on New Album With Producer Brendan O’Brien
Mastodon's Brent Hinds has revealed in an Instagram post that the band has begun work on a new record with producer Brendan O'Brien
Ramones To Have Street Named After Them in Queens, New York
Legendary punk band the Ramones will have a street in their hometown of Queens named after them.
Marilyn Manson: ‘Say10′ Is the ‘Most Thematic and Over-Complicated Thing That I’ve Done’
Marilyn Manson shares his thoughts on the recording of his 'Say10' album.
Ex-Megadeth Guitarist Chris Poland Recalls Dave Mustaine’s Reaction to Death of Cliff Burton
In an interview, Chris Poland reflects on the 'Peace Sells' album and shares a bit about Dave Mustaine's reaction to the death of former bandmate Cliff Burton.
Watch One of Lemmy Kilmister’s Final Video Interviews
Just a few months before his death, Lemmy Kilmister took part in this video interview at the Rainbow Bar and Grill.
Of Mice & Men Unveil New Song ‘Contagious’
Of Mice & Men are unveiling yet another song from their 'Cold World' album. Listen to 'Contagious' here.
Metallica’s Lars Ulrich: ‘I Hope We Go On Making Records Until the Day We Fall Over’
Metallica's Lars Ulrich speaks about the future and his hope that the band continues to make albums 'until the day they fall over.'