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
Former Smashing Pumpkins Bassist D’Arcy Wretzky Says She’d ‘Consider Going Back’ to Band
In a new interview, former Smashing Pumpkins bassist D'Arcy Wretzky says she would 'consider going back' to the band under the right circumstances.
Metallica’s Kirk Hammett: ‘I Developed My Own Musical Path While Being in Record Stores’
The Metallica guitarist says he developed his musical aesthetic by his trips to record stores as a youth.
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.'
Judas Priest, ‘Battle Cry’ – DVD Review
Judas Priest are back with a new live set, and you can see if the 'Battle Cry' DVD and live album are worthy additions to the band's catalog here.
Guns N’ Roses ‘Sweet Child O’ Mine’ Cover Includes Tap Dancing + ‘American Idol’ Contestant
We've never seen a cover of Guns N' Roses' 'Sweet Child o' Mine' quite like this, with a former 'American Idol' contestant and a tap dancer.
Corey Taylor Says New Book ‘America 51′ Focuses on ‘How Bats–t Crazy My Country Is Right Now’
Corey Taylor has titled his new book 'America 51' and he says that it will 'piss off a lot of people.'
Ghost Win Swedish Grammis Award For ‘Meliora,’ Perform ‘He Is’ At Ceremony
Ghost need to make more room for awards, as they just took home the Swedish Grammis for 'Meliora.' See footage and watch their performance of 'He Is' here.
Five Finger Death Punch Members to Participate in Charity Bowl-a-Thon
Five Finger Death Punch's Zoltan Bathory and Chris Kael will be taking part in the Down Syndrome Bowl-a-Thon's 2016 Tour of Champions in Orlando, Fla.
Ronnie James Dio Stand Up and Shout Cancer Fund Street Party Planned For March
Ronnie James Dio's Stand Up and Shout Cancer Fund will host a street party in Glendale, Calif.
Killswitch Engage Among Initial Bands Announced for 2016 New England Metal & Hardcore Festival
The initial list of bands for the 2016 New England Metal & Hardcore Festival have been revealed, with Killswitch Engage headlining the opening day.
Megadeth, ‘Dystopia’ – Album Review
'Dystopia' is the sound of a band that’s re-energized. Fifteen albums into their legendary career, the resilient Megadeth continue to impress.