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
Glenn Hughes Debuts New Video ‘Heavy’ Featuring Chad Smith
Glenn Hughes has revealed his new video for 'Heavy' featuring a guest turn by Red Hot Chili Peppers drummer Chad Smith.
Watch One of Lemmy Kilmister’s Final Video Interviews
Just a few months before his death, Lemmy Kilmister took part in this video interview at the Rainbow Bar and Grill.
Listen to Metallica’s ‘Hardwired’ Played in Guitar Styles of Pantera, Megadeth, Slayer + Anthrax
Get a listen to Metallica's 'Hardwired' as played by a fan with the guitar styles of Pantera, Megadeth, Slayer and Anthrax.
Of Mice & Men, ‘Cold World’ – Album Review
Check out our review of the new Of Mice & Men album, 'Cold World,'
Don Dokken Reveals Classic Dokken Lineup Writing a New Song for Reunion Tour
The classic lineup of Dokken (Don Dokken, George Lynch, Jeff Pilson and ‘Wild’ Mick Brown) are getting ready to share the stage together for the first time in more than 20 years. They'll play six shows in Japan beginning Oct. 5 as part of the "Unleashed in the East" tour...
Of Mice & Men Unveil New Song ‘Contagious’
Of Mice & Men are unveiling yet another song from their 'Cold World' album. Listen to 'Contagious' here.
Metallica’s Lars Ulrich: ‘I Hope We Go On Making Records Until the Day We Fall Over’
Metallica's Lars Ulrich speaks about the future and his hope that the band continues to make albums 'until the day they fall over.'
Of Mice & Men Get Real With Fans in New ‘Real’ Video
Watch the new video for Of Mice & Men's 'Real' in which the band lets their fans share what makes them feel real.
Trans-Siberian Orchestra Announce ‘The Ghosts of Christmas Eve’ 2016 Winter Tour
Trans-Siberian Orchestra will bring back 'The Ghosts of Christmas Eve' for their 20th anniversary winter tour.
Anthrax to Perform on ‘Late Night with Seth Meyers’
Mark your calendars! Anthrax will perform their song 'Monster at the End' during an appearance on 'Late Night With Seth Meyers' on Aug. 24.
Geoff Tate’s Operation: Mindcrime Unveil New Song ‘The Fight’
Get a listen to the somber and melodic new Operation: Mindcrime song 'The Fight.'
Ozzy Osbourne Being Sued by Bob Daisley for Unpaid Royalties [Update]
Former Ozzy Osbourne bassist Bob Daisley is once again taking legal action against Osbourne, this time over unpaid song royalties.