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
Wayne Static + Powerman 5000 Team Up for Fall 2014 Co-Headlining Tour
Wayne Static is taking his solo band back on the road for a co-headlining tour with Powerman 5000.
Buckcherry Unleash Raucous ‘Say F#ck It’ Video
Buckcherry have revealed the rocking video for their new single, 'Say F#ck It.'
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.
Watch Metallica Rock ‘Battery’ + ‘The Four Horsemen’ at 2014 Heavy Montreal Festival
Metallica have released video footage of their performances of 'Battery' and 'The Four Horsemen' from the 2014 Heavy Montreal Festival.
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.'
Accept Debut Lyric Video for ‘Final Journey’
Accept have unveiled the fiery new lyric video for their song 'Final Journey.'
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.
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.
Atreyu Set Date for First Live Show in Three Years
Atreyu will be playing Sept. 11 at Chain Reaction in Anaheim, Calif., marking their first show in three years.
Flyleaf Unveil Video for ‘Set Me On Fire’ Video From Upcoming ‘Between the Stars’ Album
With Flyleaf's fourth studio album 'Between the Stars' set to be unleashed Sept. 16, the band has released the video for the catchy first single 'Set Me On Fire.'
Metallica Post New Concert Footage Featuring ‘Orion,’ ‘Master of Puppets’ + More
Throughout their 'By Request' tour, Metallica have posted videos of show performances along with behind the scenes footage.
Nonpoint Announce Release Plans for New Album ‘The Return’
Nonpoint have completed their latest album, 'The Return,' and unveiled that it will arrive in September.