Chad Bowar

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.

Crew Member Dies in Tragic Accident Following Avenged Sevenfold / Disturbed Concert in Germany [Update]

A tragic accident occurred as the crew were breaking down the stage after Avenged Sevenfold's show in Germany.

Megadeth Critique Grammy House Band’s Version of Metallica’s ‘Master of Puppets’

Megadeth's Dave Mustaine critiques the Grammy house band playing Metallica's 'Master of Puppets' and Mustaine and David Ellefson reflect on Grammy win.

Anthrax Film Show From Long Awaited U.K. Headlining Tour for Upcoming DVD

It's been over a decade since Anthrax headlined U.K. dates and they're using the occasion to shoot a new concert DVD.

Metallica’s Kirk Hammett Puts Classic 1968 Jaguar XKE Up for Auction

Metallica guitar great Kirk Hammett has put his classic 1968 Jaguar XKE on the auction block.

Amaranthe Unveil Heist-Themed ‘Boomerang’ Video Ahead of North American Tour

Watch the new Amaranthe heist-themed video for 'Boomerang' here.

Sammy Hagar Reveals Guests for Season 2 of ‘Rock and Roll Road Trip,’ Will Speak at SXSW

Sammy Hagar has teased which guests will join him for Season 2 of his 'Rock and Roll Road Trip' show and also been confirmed to speak at SXSW.

Zakk Wylde’s Zakk Sabbath to Embark on First Headlining Tour This Spring

Zakk Wylde and his Zakk Sabbath cohorts will hit the road for their first major headlining tour this spring.

Scorpions’ Mikkey Dee: Every Snare Hit Is ‘A Small Tribute to My Friend Lemmy’

In a new interview, Mikkey Dee shares his appreciation for his time with Motorhead's Lemmy Kilmister and teases Scorpions upcoming plans.

Sevendust to Play Self-Titled Debut in Full at 20th Anniversary Concert

Sevendust are planning a special one-off celebration playing their self-titled debut in full for its 20th Anniversary during a hometown show in Atlanta.

Asking Alexandria’s Danny Worsnop Says Solo Work Is His ‘Number One’ Priority

Though he returned to Asking Alexandria last fall, singer Danny Worsnop reveals that his solo work is his 'number one' priority.

Korn’s Jonathan Davis Launches T-Shirt Campaign to Benefit Suicide Prevention + Anti-Bullying Organizations

Korn frontman Jonathan Davis is using his platform as a rocker to help launch a t-shirt campaign helping out suicide prevention and anti-bullying organizations.

Judas Priest Unveil Live Version of ‘Locked In’ From ‘Turbo’ 30th Anniversary Edition

Judas Priest are treating fans to a live version of 'Locked In' from the upcoming 30th anniversary release of 'Turbo.'