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
YouTube Sensation Rob Scallon Plays 31 Songs in One Minute
When it comes to entertaining and virtuoso metal YouTube videos, the multitalented Rob Scallon has become the go-to guy.
Disturbed’s David Draiman Says 95 Percent of His Songs Were Written While High
Disturbed's David Draiman has admitted his fondness for marijuana during the writing process for his music.
Disturbed Tease New Music, Release 6th Installment of ‘The Making of Immortalized’ Video
Fans will soon hear some new music from Disturbed's album 'Immortalized.'
Bring Me the Horizon Unveil ‘Throne’ Video, Reveal ‘That’s the Spirit’ Track Listing
Bring Me the Horizon have released the video for the track "Throne" (watch above) and have unveiled the track listing for 'That's the Spirit.'
Does Black Sabbath’s ‘Paranoid’ Sound Similar to Song From Obscure ’60s Michigan Band?
The website Dangerous Minds has unearthed an obscure American garage band's song from the same era that has a similar riff as Black Sabbath's 'Paranoid.'
Corey Taylor Hints at ‘More Rock ‘n’ Roll’ Stone Sour Album + Ponders Solo Acoustic Disc
Corey Taylor has offered an update on his other band Stone Sour's upcoming releases along with a possible solo project.
Korn To Play Self-Titled Debut Album in Its Entirety During Fall 2015 U.S. Tour
Korn began commemorating the 20th anniversary of their 1994 self-titled album with shows in 2014.
Fans Can Attend Sebastian Bach’s Wedding Reception for $300
Rocker Sebastian Bach is getting married to Suzanne Le in August, and you can attend the nuptials for $300.
Taproot Turmoil Plays Out Over Social Media
Current and former members of Taproot have been bickering with each other via social media over the status of the band.
Candlebox Announce Lineup Changes + Tour Dates
It has been 20 years since Candlebox released their album Lucy, which went gold and spawned the radio hits "Understanding" and "Simple Lessons."
David Draiman Says It Was Disturbed’s Plan To ‘Come Out of Nowhere’ With New Album
The announcement a few weeks ago that Disturbed are returning from a hiatus with a new album Immortalized in August caught most people by surprise.
Breaking Benjamin to Headline 2016 Axes & Anchors Cruise
Breaking Benjamin will be hitting the high seas as headliners of the 2016 Axes & Anchors Cruise.