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
Judas Priest Unveil Live Version of ‘Locked In’ From ‘Turbo’ 30th Anniversary Edition
Judas Priest are treating fans to a live version of 'Locked In' from the upcoming 30th anniversary release of 'Turbo.'
September Mourning Unveil Comic-Like Video for ’20 Below’
Watch the eye-catching, comic-like never video for September Mourning's '20 Below.'
Thirty Seconds to Mars Preview 2017’s ‘Camp Mars’ Summer Retreat
Are you ready for Camp Mars? Thirty Seconds to Mars have released a trailer as they prep for year three of their annual summer getaway.
Sepultura, ‘Machine Messiah’ – Album Review
Read our review of the new Sepultura album, 'Machine Messiah.'
Former Arch Enemy Vocalist Angela Gossow Plans New Extreme Metal Project
Angela Gossow surprised many when she stepped down as vocalist of Arch Enemy, but she may be planning a return with a new extreme metal project.
John 5 and the Creatures Reveal Track Listing for ‘Season of the Witch’
John 5 and the Creatures have revealed the songs that will make up the forthcoming album, 'Season of the Witch.'
Megadeth’s Dave Mustaine Says He Got Over Metallica Using His Songs a Long Time Ago
Megadeth's Dave Mustaine says in a new feature reflecting on his career that he got over Metallica using his songs a long time ago.
Dimmu Borgir to Release ‘Forces of the Northern Night’ DVD in April
While we wait for a new Dimmu Borgir album, the band is tiding fans over with the 'Forces of the Northern Night' DVD.
Halestorm, ‘ReAniMate 3.0: The Covers EP’ Review
Read our review of the new Halestorm release, 'ReAniMate 3.0: The Covers EP.'
‘Underground Inc.’ Documentary to Feature Members of White Zombie, Clutch, Stone Sour + More
A number of members of the punk, metal and rock communities will appear in the upcoming documentary, 'Underground Inc.'
King’s X, Dokken + Korn Members to Release New KXM Album in March
KXM, the band featuring members of King's X, Dokken and Korn, will issue their second album 'Scatterbrain' in March.
Life of Agony Set to Unleash New Album ‘A Place Where There’s No More Pain’ in April
Life of Agony have revealed release details for their next album, 'A Place Where There's No More Pain.'