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
Sixx: A.M., ‘Prayers for the Damned’ – Album Review
Read our review of Sixx: A.M.'s new album 'Prayers for the Damned.'
Rob Zombie, ‘The Electric Warlock Acid Witch Satanic Orgy Celebration Dispenser’ – Album Review
Read our review of Rob Zombie's new album 'The Electric Warlock Acid Witch Satanic Orgy Celebration Dispenser.'
Babymetal to Appear in ‘Super Mario Maker’ Video Game
How would you like to play as Babymetal in a 'Super Mario' game? That will soon happen with a Babymetal character in 'Super Mario Maker.'
Former Smashing Pumpkins Bassist D’Arcy Wretzky Says She’d ‘Consider Going Back’ to Band
In a new interview, former Smashing Pumpkins bassist D'Arcy Wretzky says she would 'consider going back' to the band under the right circumstances.
Eagles of Death Metal Drummer’s Kit From Paris’ Le Bataclan Show Returned and Repaired
Eagles of Death Metal drummer Julian Dorio reveals the kit he played at the Le Bataclan show in Paris has been repaired and returned.
Bullet for My Valentine Singer’s Air, Land + Sea Performance Released as Documentary Short
In a new documentary short, you can track Bullet for My Valentine singer Matt Tuck's 'Ice Cold Gig' performance through air, land and sea.
Lamb of God’s Randy Blythe Co-Writes ‘You, Me and a ’63’ Movie With Billy Bob Thornton
Lamb of God's Randy Blythe gets screenwriting credits along with actor Billy Bob Thornton for the new Rob Fenn film, 'You, Me and a '63.'
Amon Amarth Ask Fans To Submit Clips for Upcoming ‘Raise Your Horns’ Music Video
Amon Amarth are working on a video for "Raise Your Horns" and are asking fans for submissions.
Alice Cooper Says Axl Rose’s Voice Is ‘Absolutely Perfect’ for AC/DC
Alice Cooper is among those that thinks the pairing of Axl Rose and AC/DC is a good one.
Metallica’s Kirk Hammett: ‘I Developed My Own Musical Path While Being in Record Stores’
The Metallica guitarist says he developed his musical aesthetic by his trips to record stores as a youth.
Joe Perry Clarifies Steven Tyler’s Aerosmith Farewell Tour Comments
Aerosmith singer Steven Tyler made news when he said the band was probably doing a farewell tour in 2017. In a new interview with Rolling Stone, his bandmate Joe Perry clarifies those statements.
Metallica Unveil ‘Frantic’ From Record Store Day Live Album + Demo of ‘Fight Fire With Fire’
Metallica continue their massive roll out, revealing a live version of 'Frantic' from their Record Store Day album, and a demo of 'Fight Fire With Fire.'