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
Zakk Wylde Emoji Set Now Available
Need to add something to make your next text message stand out? Why not try the Zakk Wylde emoji set?
Hatebreed, ‘The Concrete Confessional’ – Album Review
Check out our review of Hatebreed's new album 'The Concrete Confessional.'
The Melvins Plan Late Summer 2016 Tour, Stream Beatles Cover ‘I Want To Tell You’
The Melvins have booked a late summer tour in support of their 'Basses Loaded' album and they've unleashed their new Beatles cover 'I Want To Tell You.'
‘Motley Crue: The End’ to Screen in Theaters in June 2016
The concert movie 'Motley Crue: The End' will screen in theaters on June 14.
Motorhead Reveal ‘Bomber’ Video From Upcoming ‘Clean Your Clock’ Live Release
Motorhead are ramping up to their live CD/DVD 'Clean Your Clock' and they've just revealed their video for 'Bomber.'
Sixx: A.M., ‘Prayers for the Damned’ – Album Review
Read our review of Sixx: A.M.'s new album 'Prayers for the Damned.'
Rob Zombie, ‘The Electric Warlock Acid Witch Satanic Orgy Celebration Dispenser’ – Album Review
Read our review of Rob Zombie's new album 'The Electric Warlock Acid Witch Satanic Orgy Celebration Dispenser.'
Eagles of Death Metal Drummer’s Kit From Paris’ Le Bataclan Show Returned and Repaired
Eagles of Death Metal drummer Julian Dorio reveals the kit he played at the Le Bataclan show in Paris has been repaired and returned.
Amon Amarth Ask Fans To Submit Clips for Upcoming ‘Raise Your Horns’ Music Video
Amon Amarth are working on a video for "Raise Your Horns" and are asking fans for submissions.
Joe Perry Clarifies Steven Tyler’s Aerosmith Farewell Tour Comments
Aerosmith singer Steven Tyler made news when he said the band was probably doing a farewell tour in 2017. In a new interview with Rolling Stone, his bandmate Joe Perry clarifies those statements.
Metallica Unveil ‘Frantic’ From Record Store Day Live Album + Demo of ‘Fight Fire With Fire’
Metallica continue their massive roll out, revealing a live version of 'Frantic' from their Record Store Day album, and a demo of 'Fight Fire With Fire.'
Fear Factory Unveil Futuristic ‘Expiration Date’ Video
Fear Factory are back with a futuristic looking new video for their 'Genexus' album closer, 'Expiration Date.'