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
Pearl Jam’s Eddie Vedder Fulfills Promise He Made To Fan More Than 20 Years Ago
Back in 1992, Pearl Jam fan Joe Wolfe ran into Eddie Vedder and the band at a Cincinnati, Ohio, movie theater.
Lamb of God’s Randy Blythe Showcases Unique Collectibles in ‘As the Palaces Burn’ DVD Outtake
Lamb of God's Randy Blythe shows off some of his unique collectibles in a new DVD outtake from the 'As the Palaces Burn' documentary.
Nonpoint Unveil ‘Breaking Skin’ Video
Nonpoint have unveiled the video for the single 'Breaking Skin.' The powerful clip was directed by Justin Reich.
Jason Newsted Steps Away From Social Networking Sites
It appears no immediate future communication or interaction via social networking sites will be coming from Newsted.
Ronnie James Dio Stand Up and Shout Cancer Fund Donates $100,000 to Houston Cancer Center
The Ronnie James Dio Stand Up and Shout Cancer Fund has made a significant donation to the Houston Cancer Center.
Slayer Inspired Scion To Be Unveiled at November Car Show
Slayer are taking things to the next level with a vehicle inspired by the band.
Mastodon Collaborate With Butthole Surfers’ Gibby Haynes on New Song ‘Atlanta’
Mastodon teamed up with Butthole Surfers frontman Gibby Haynes on a new track called 'Atlanta' for the Adult Swim song series.
Lamb of God’s ‘As the Palaces Burn’ Documentary Receives October DVD Release
Lamb of God well-reviewed 'As the Palaces Burn' DVD will be available for purchase in October.
Former Deadlock Drummer Tobias Graf Dies at 35
R.I.P. former Deadlock drummer Tobias Graf.
Chiodos Reveal Lineup Changes Ahead of Tour, Unveil New ‘3 AM’ Video
Chiodos have replaced two of the band's longtime members ahead of their tour, and they've just released a new video for '3 AM.'
Nonpoint Unleash Catchy New Track ‘Never Ending Hole’
Nonpoint have returned with a catchy new song called 'Never Ending Hole' from their 'The Return' album.
Nickelback Ink New Record Deal, Debut ‘Edge of a Revolution’ Lyric Video
Nickelback will be back in action this fall thanks to a new deal with Republic Records. The new lyric video for 'Edge of a Revolution' just arrived online.