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
Korn Postpone Kiev Show Due To Current Unrest in Ukraine
Korn recently embarked on a Russian tour, with the next stop set for Moscow tomorrow (May 15). However, the band has postponed their May 16 show in Kiev due to the current unrest in the area.
Could Black Sabbath’s July 4 Hyde Park Gig Be Their Last Show?
Black Sabbath have been on a huge roll the last couple of years. Their comeback album '13' is a Grammy-winning smash hit and they've been playing sold-out shows all across the world. But could the legendary metal band's touring career be coming to a close?
Soundgarden To Play ‘Superunknown’ in Its Entirety in New York City
The 20th anniversary edition of Soundgarden's 'Superunknown' will be released on June 3, and the band has just announced a special show on June 2 at Webster Hall in New York City where they will play the album from front to back for only the second time ever.
Black Stone Cherry to Headline 2014 HardDrive Live Summer Tour
The lineup has been set for the sixth annual HardDrive Live Tour. Black Stone Cherry will headline, with We As Human and Kyng also on the bill, and the trek kicks off July 11 in Johnson City, Tenn. The initial dates are below, with more set to be announced soon.
Metallica To Headline 2014 Glastonbury Festival
Metallica have played nearly everywhere in the world. Last year they played on all seven continents, including Antarctica. But one place they haven't played is the legendary Glastonbury Festival in England. That will change next month.
Five Finger Death Punch Plan To Release New Album in 2015
The prolific Five Finger Death Punch released two new studio albums in 2013. 'The Wrong Side of Heaven and the Righteous Side of Hell, Volume 1‘ was unleashed in July, followed by 'Volume 2‘ in November. Now, it has been revealed that they already have plans to unleash a new album in 2015.
Philip Anselmo Mourns Death of Young Fan
Last July, Philip H. Anselmo & The Illegals jammed the Pantera classic 'Walk' with cancer stricken fan Peyton Arens at their first-ever show in Tulsa, Okla. Sadly, Arens has passed away after battling a rare form of cancer called Rhabdomyosarcoma.
The Winery Dogs’ Mike Portnoy Talks Dog Camp
The Winery Dogs (Mike Portnoy, Billy Sheehan and Richie Kotzen) are preparing for this summer's Dog Camp, where aspiring musicians can hang out with band members, learn from them, and jam with them.
Alice in Chains Expand 2014 North American Tour With August Dates
With their previously announced spring tour ready to kick off Friday night (April 25) in Tulsa, Okla., Alice in Chains have added more North American dates to the schedule for later this summer (all date below).
Rob Zombie Working on New Album
Rob Zombie released his latest solo album 'Venomous Rat Regeneration Vendor' only a year ago, but that hasn't stopped him from already working on a follow-up.
Kix To Release First New Album in 19 Years
Kix have been back together since 2003, but haven't released a studio album since 1995's 'Show Business.' They put out a live album/DVD in 2012, and now have signed with Loud & Proud Records to release an as-yet-untitled album on July 22.
Metallica Release Live Videos From South American Shows
The South American leg of Metallica's 'By Request' tour is complete, and now the band has released several videos from the shows. The latest video (watch above) is from the second Buenos Aires, Argentina, concert on March 30.