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
Failure Launches PledgeMusic Campaign for First Album in Nearly 20 Years
It's been almost 20 years since Failure last released an album and they're letting fans help out via a PledgeMusic campaign.
Prong to Unleash Covers Album ‘Songs From the Black Hole’
Prong are reflecting on their roots with the new covers album 'Songs From the Black Hole.'
Slipknot’s Mick Thomson: ‘We Hope To Do Our Next Record Sooner’
Slipknot hope to follow up their latest album in a quicker time than it has taken in the past.
Metallica’s Robert Trujillo Was Careful Not to Cross Zakk Wylde, Other Bandmates
Metallica's Robert Trujillo reveals in a new interview his key for dealing with bandmates and says he was careful not to cross Zakk Wylde and others.
Iron Maiden and Onkyo to Release Maiden Audio Headphones
Iron Maiden has gotten into the headphone market with 'Maiden Audio.'
Kid Rock: ‘You’re Not Going to Get Anything Politically Correct Out of Me’
Kid Rock offers his frank opinions on several hot button topics like politics, drugs, social media and even a critique of rap-rock.
Five Finger Death Punch, Pretty Reckless, Avenged Sevenfold Top Billboard’s 2014 Rock Charts
Billboard has unveiled its year-end charts for 2014, and the publication's hard rock and mainstream rock tallies are led by the Pretty Reckless, Five Finger Death Punch and Avenged Sevenfold.
Anthrax to Appear on ‘Game of Thrones’ Mixtape
Anthrax have been posting photos from the studio recently on their Facebook page with the hashtag #CatchTheThrone.
Ozzy Osbourne To Perform on Late-Night Edition of ‘The Talk’
The guest on the Monday, Jan. 12, after-dark edition of 'The Talk' will be co-host Sharon Osbourne's husband, Ozzy Osbourne.
Get In Christmas Spirit With Slayer and Slipknot Ugly Christmas Sweaters
With Christmas quickly approaching, you might want to consider buying yourself or the metalhead in your life a Christmas sweater.
Scorpions To Release New Album ‘Return To Forever’ in February
After announcing their retirement a few years ago, German legends Scorpions had a change of heart and will keep touring and making new music as they approach their 50th anniversary.
Anthrax Unveils Own Brand of Bourbon
Anthrax can now toast their accomplishments with their own brand of bourbon called 'Indians.'