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
Metallica, ‘Hardwired…To Self Destruct’ – Album Review
Read our review of the highly anticipated new Metallica album 'Hardwired...To Self Destruct.'
Skillet Reach Milestone With Their First Chart-Topping Mainstream Rock Single ‘Feel Invincible’
Congrats to Skillet, as 'Feel Invincible' is their first single to top Billboard's Mainstream Rock chart.
Motley Crue, ‘The End: Live in Los Angeles’ – DVD/CD Review
Read our review of Motley Crue's DVD/CD release 'The End: Live in Los Angeles.'
Rush’s ‘Time Stand Still’ Documentary to Receive November Theatrical Release
Mark Nov. 3 on your calendar to catch Rush's 'Time Stand Still' documentary in theaters.
Operation: Mindcrime’s Geoff Tate Talks ‘Resurrection,’ the ‘Trinity’ Tour + More
Operation: Mindcrime vocalist Geoff Tate discusses the creation of the 'Resurrection' album, his upcoming 'Trinity' tour dates and more.
Geoff Tate’s Operation: Mindcrime Unveil ‘Taking on the World’ Video
Watch three veteran vocalists lend their talents to Operation: Mindcrime's 'Taking on the World' video.
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.'
Geoff Tate’s Operation: Mindcrime Unveil New Song ‘The Fight’
Get a listen to the somber and melodic new Operation: Mindcrime song 'The Fight.'
Prophets of Rage Share ‘Killing in the Name’ Live Video, Tease ‘The Party’s Over’ Recording
Prophets of Rage are sharing the new live video for 'Killing in the Name' and they've teased that they'll be recording a studio version of 'The Party's Over.'
Jim Breuer Talks ‘Songs From the Garage,’ AC/DC, Ozzy + More
Loudwire caught up with Jim Breuer for a chat about his new album, the guest spot from AC/DC's Brian Johnson and more.
82-Year-Old ‘America’s Got Talent’ Contestant Rocks Drowning Pool’s ‘Bodies’
82-year-old John Hetlinger surprised and delighted the 'America's Got Talent' judges with his rendition of Drowning Pool's 'Bodies.'
Five Finger Death Punch Sign New Label Deal With Rise Records
Five Finger Death Punch will record their future albums for Rise Records after completing their contract with Prospect Park.