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
Steven Tyler Says Aerosmith ‘Probably Doing a Farewell Tour’ in 2017
What does the future hold for Aerosmith? If Steven Tyler is to be believed, a farewell tour could be coming in 2017.
Black Stone Cherry, ‘Kentucky’ – Album Review
Should you pick up Black Stone Cherry's 'Kentucky' album? Get a look at our review here.
Lamb of God’s Randy Blythe and Testament’s Alex Skolnick Launch New Magazine
Lamb of God's Randy Blythe and Testament's Alex Skolnick have joined with Tom Bejgrowicz to launch a new magazine called 'Unbuilt.'
Guns N’ Roses ‘Sweet Child O’ Mine’ Cover Includes Tap Dancing + ‘American Idol’ Contestant
We've never seen a cover of Guns N' Roses' 'Sweet Child o' Mine' quite like this, with a former 'American Idol' contestant and a tap dancer.
Killswitch Engage, ‘Incarnate’ – Album Review
Check out our review of the new Killswitch Engage album, 'Incarnate.'
Corey Taylor Says New Book ‘America 51′ Focuses on ‘How Bats–t Crazy My Country Is Right Now’
Corey Taylor has titled his new book 'America 51' and he says that it will 'piss off a lot of people.'
Breaking Benjamin Reveal Additional 2016 Acoustic Tour Dates
Breaking Benjamin enjoyed their acoustic touring so much, they've booked another batch of dates.
Anthrax, ‘For All Kings’ – Album Review
Read Loudwire's review of the new Anthrax album, 'For All Kings.'
Ghost Win Swedish Grammis Award For ‘Meliora,’ Perform ‘He Is’ At Ceremony
Ghost need to make more room for awards, as they just took home the Swedish Grammis for 'Meliora.' See footage and watch their performance of 'He Is' here.
Def Leppard Reschedule Postponed 2016 Tour Dates
After having to postpone shows earlier this year, Def Leppard have rescheduled dates for May.
Five Finger Death Punch Members to Participate in Charity Bowl-a-Thon
Five Finger Death Punch's Zoltan Bathory and Chris Kael will be taking part in the Down Syndrome Bowl-a-Thon's 2016 Tour of Champions in Orlando, Fla.
Rage Against the Machine’s Tim Commerford Apologizes For Inspiring Limp Bizkit
Aware of the band's influence, Rage Against the Machine's Tim Commerford apologized for inspiring Limp Bizkit and other rap-rock acts that followed.