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
Motorhead Launches Special Cruise
More details have been unveiled for Motorhead's inaugural 'MotorBoat Cruise' that also features Megadeth, Anthrax, Zakk Wylde, Danko Jones, Fireball Ministry, Wilson, comedian Jim Breuer and much, much more.
Led Zeppelin To Release Box Set Editions of First Three Albums Remastered by Jimmy Page
Led Zeppelin, one of the most popular and influential rock bands in history, are issuing box sets of their first three albums. Deluxe editions of 'Led Zeppelin,' 'Led Zeppelin II' and 'Led Zeppelin III' will be available June 3 (see artwork above and below). It's the first installment of the planned reissues of all nine of their studio albums.
Korn’s Ray Luzier and Anthrax’s Charlie Benante Talk Drumming for ‘Metalhead to Head’
In the latest episode of Fuse's 'Metalhead to Head,' Korn's Ray Luzier and Anthrax's Charlie Benante sit down and chat with each other (watch Part 1 above). Two great drummers shoot the breeze about everything from how they got started drumming to developing their style to being fathers. There's a drum pad in between them, and throughout the interview they actually play various parts and demonstra
Wayne Static’s ‘Wisconsin Death Trip’ 15th Anniversary Tour Dates Announced
After it was announced earlier this year that Wayne Static would be playing Static-X's 1999 debut album 'Wisconsin Death Trip' on a 2014 tour, the dates and venues have now been unveiled (see below).
Slash to Participate in Jimi Hendrix Celebration at 2014 South by Southwest
Slash has a jam packed schedule at this year's South By Southwest (SXSW) festival in Austin, Texas. One of the events he'll be a part of is March 13's Jimi Hendrix Celebration.
Miss May I Releases ‘Rise of the Lion’ Album April 29; Plays Grand Rapids April 30
The Ohio metal-core band Miss May I have completed their fourth album 'Rise of the Lion,' which will be released April 29 via Rise Records.
Miss May I will be hitting the road in support of the new record.
After several Japanese shows in April is a U.S. trek with For the Fallen Dreams that kicks off April 29 in Chicago and stops April 30 at The Pyramid Scheme in Grand Rapids.
Black Stone Cherry’s New Single ‘Me and Mary Jane’
The release date for Black Stone Cherry's fourth album 'Magic Mountain' is still more than two months away (May 6), but the band is giving fans a taste of what to expect with the single 'Me and Mary Jane' (listen above).
Scott Ian: Anthrax Has Wealth of Material for Next Album
Anthrax guitarist Scott Ian is kicking off his North American 'Speaking Words' tour tonight (Feb. 20) in Chicago. The trek will feature the metal veteran standing onstage telling intriguing stories about his life, and answering questions from fans.
Asking Alexandria Covers Nine Inch Nails’ ‘Closer’ for ‘Punk Goes ’90s Vol. 2′
The second volume of 'Punk Goes '90s' will be released April 1, and it features modern artists covering classic '90s tracks. Prior to the disc's release, fans can check out the lyric video for Asking Alexandria's version of the Nine Inch Nails classic 'Closer' (watch above).
Foo Fighters Drummer Taylor Hawkins Unveils New Band The Birds of Satan
As Foo Fighters fans anxiously await the band's next album, drummer Taylor Hawkins is keeping busy with another side project band. He's formed the Birds of Satan with bassist Wile Hodgden and guitarist Mick Murphy, who are also in his cover band Chevy Metal. Their self-titled debut album will be released April 15. Watch a trailer for the album below.
Black Sabbath to Compile Early Studio Albums in New Box Set
More than 40 years after they helped spawn the heavy metal genre, Black Sabbath are still going strong. You can revisit the band's early days with the box set ‘Black Sabbath: The Complete Studio Albums 1970-1978,′ set for an April 15 release.
The Haunted Begin Recording New Album
After numerous lineup changes, Swedish band The Haunted have entered the studio to begin recording their eighth album. Drummer Adrian Erlandsson and guitarist Ola Englund offer an update in the above video.