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
Five Finger Death Punch ‘No One Gets Left Behind’ Jersey Exceeds ‘5FDP4VETS’ Fundraising Goal
Five Finger Death Punch have already exceeded the fundraising goal for their 'No One Gets Left Behind' jersey aiding military organizations.
Trapt to Release Career-Spanning Acoustic Album
Platinum rockers Trapt will revisit some of their biggest hits unplugged style with the upcoming album 'The Acoustic Collection.'
Coheed and Cambria’s Claudio Sanchez Launches New Label, Signs Thank You Scientist
Coheed and Cambria frontman Claudio Sanchez has launched a new record label and announced that Thank You Scientist are Evil Ink Records' first signing.
Accept Debut Lyric Video for ‘Final Journey’
Accept have unveiled the fiery new lyric video for their song 'Final Journey.'
Crobot To Unleash ‘Something Supernatural’ Album in October
After Pennsylvania rockers Crobot gave a taste of things to come with a four song self-titled EP back in May, now comes word that their full-length album 'Something Supernatural' will be released Oct. 28 via Wind-up.
Suicide Silence + The Black Dahlia Murder Team Up For Fall 2014 Co-Headlining Tour
Suicide Silence and The Black Dahlia Murder will be sharing stages this fall on a co-headlining tour.
Wovenwar Unveil Hard Hitting ‘All Rise’ Video
Wovenwar, featuring the former members of As I Lay Dying, have unleashed a hard-hitting performance-based video of their new song 'All Rise.'
Scott Ian’s ‘Swearing Words in Glasgow’ DVD to Hit Shelves in November
Anthrax's Scott Ian embarked on a spoken word tour, telling hilarious and ridiculous tales from his more than 30 years in the music industry.
Dave Mustaine: I Probably Shouldn’t Have Punched James Hetfield in the Mouth
In a new interview, Dave Mustaine lists a few of his regrets, including punching James Hetfield in the mouth.
Lacuna Coil To Return for Fall North American Tour With Devil You Know
Lacuna Coil rack up a lot of frequent flyer miles from Italy with plenty of North American touring.
Webisodes Precede KISS Reality Show ‘4th and Loud’
KISS icons Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley are part owners of the L.A. Kiss arena football team, and a new reality show '4th and Loud' will chronicle the team's inaugural season.
Memphis May Fire Team Up With Yellowcard for Fall 2014 Tour
As metalcore stalwarts Memphis May Fire continue to tour in support of their latest album 'Unconditional,' they are pairing with rockers Yellowcard for a fall co-headlining trek.