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
Accept, ‘The Rise of Chaos’ – Album Review
Read our review of the latest album from metal veterans Accept.
In This Moment, ‘Ritual’ – Album Review
Read our review of In This Moment's new album, 'Ritual.'
Edguy, ‘Monuments’ – Album Review
Read our review of the Edguy release 'Monuments,' featuring their greatest hits and five new songs.
River Black, ‘River Black’ – Album Review
Read our review of the self-titled debut album from River Black.
Stone Sour, ‘Hydrograd’ – Album Review
Read our review of the new Stone Sour album, 'Hydrograd.'
Municipal Waste, ‘Slime and Punishment’ – Album Review
Read our review of the new Municipal Waste album, 'Slime and Punishment.'
Goatwhore, ‘Vengeful Ascension’ – Album Review
Read our review of the new Goatwhore album, 'Vengeful Ascension.'
Iced Earth, ‘Incorruptible’ – Album Review
Read our review of the new Iced Earth album, 'Incorruptible'
Rise Against, ‘Wolves’ – Album Review
Read Loudwire's review of the new Rise Against album, 'Wolves.'
Metal Maya Festival Adds Hatebreed, Crowbar, Whitechapel + More
As if the Metal Maya festival didn't rock enough, Hatebreed, Crowbar, Whitechapel and more have joined the lineup.
Chris Cornell’s Widow Says They ‘Still Have Several Unanswered Questions’ Surrounding Singer’s Death
In a new statement from the Cornell family, the singer's widow says they are still awaiting the police toxicology reports and have several unanswered questions.
Zakk Sabbath Plan September Shows With Clutch Drummer Filling In
Zakk Sabbath have announced that Clutch drummer Jean-Paul Gaster will be filling in for the band during their September shows.