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
System of a Down, Deftones, Linkin Park + More To Play 2015 Amnesia Rockfest
Canada's largest rock festival is celebrating its 10th anniversary with a lineup that includes over 100 bands.
All That Remains Unleash ‘Tru-Kvlt-Metal’ From ‘The Order of Things’
As the Feb. 24 release of All That Remains' new album 'The Order of Things' draws closer, the band has unveiled the track 'Tru-Kvlt-Metal.'
Anthrax Offer Look + Listen at Recording Sessions for New Album
Anthrax have posted a new studio video giving viewers a look and listen at some of the music they're recording for their next album.
Nikki Sixx Signs With SESAC, Begins Rehearsal for Sixx: A.M. Tour
Nikki Sixx has lined up his songwriting representation for the future and begun rehearsals for Sixx: A.M.'s upcoming dates.
VH1 Classic ‘Rock Icons’ Series to Feature Slash, Rob Halford, Dave Mustaine + More
VH1Classic will launch the new 'Rock Icons' series in February with Slash, Geddy Lee, Rob Halford, Dave Mustaine and more.
Body Count Unveil Video for Suicidal Tendencies Cover ‘Institutionalized’
Body Count have issued a new video for their modernized version of Suicidal Tendencies' 'Institutionalized.'
Motley Crue’s Nikki Sixx Responds To Justin Bieber Question With Double Flip of the Bird
Apparently, Motley Crue's Nikki Sixx isn't a fan of Justin Bieber.
New Supergroup Art of Anarchy Features Scott Weiland + Members of Disturbed and Guns N’ Roses
The outfit boasts a lineup that includes former Stone Temple Pilots / Velvet Revolver vocalist Scott Weiland, guitarist Ron 'Bumblefoot' Thal (Guns 'N Roses) and bassist John Moyer (Disturbed).
Prong to Unleash Covers Album ‘Songs From the Black Hole’
Prong are reflecting on their roots with the new covers album 'Songs From the Black Hole.'
Iron Maiden and Onkyo to Release ‘Maiden Audio’ Headphones
Iron Maiden has gotten into the headphone market with 'Maiden Audio.'
Slipknot’s Mick Thomson: ‘We Hope To Do Our Next Record Sooner’
Slipknot hope to follow up their latest album in a quicker time than it has taken in the past.
Five Finger Death Punch, Pretty Reckless + Avenged Sevenfold Top Billboard’s 2014 Rock Charts
Billboard has unveiled its year-end charts for 2014, and the publication's hard rock and mainstream rock tallies are led by the Pretty Reckless, Five Finger Death Punch and Avenged Sevenfold.