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
Avenged Sevenfold Song ‘Shepherd of Fire’ Featured in ‘Call of Duty: Black Ops II’ DLC Pack
Avenged Sevenfold have made several contributions to the 'Call of Duty' video game series. They'll be part of 'Apocalypse,' the fourth and final downloadable content (DLC) pack of 'Call of Duty: Black Ops II,' due to be released Aug. 27 on XBox Live.
Jane’s Addiction Premiere New Track ‘Another Soulmate’
As Jane’s Addiction get ready to hit the road for the Uproar Festival, it looks like they'll have a new song to play. The iconic rock band have just unveiled the track 'Another Soulmate.'
Alter Bridge Unleash Single ‘Addicted to Pain’ From Upcoming Album ‘Fortress’
After recently revealing the cover art and track listing for their latest album, 'Fortress,' Alter Bridge have now released the disc's first single, 'Addicted to Pain.' Fans can now get a taste of the material from their fourth album, which set to be released Oct. 8.
Watch Nine Inch Nails’ Full Performance From Lollapalooza 2013
On Friday night (Aug. 2), Nine Inch Nails played a live show in the U.S. for the first time in four years at Lollapalooza. The entire 97-minute performance has now been posted on YouTube for your viewing pleasure.
Metallica Post Official Video Recap of ‘Secret’ Comic-Con Show
When Metallica were in San Diego last week to promote their upcoming 3D movie 'Metallica Through the Never,' they also played a 'secret' show at the Spreckels Theatre that night (July 19). They have now posted an official video recap of that gig (watch above).
Asking Alexandria Unveil ‘The Death of Me’ Video
As the anticipation builds for the Aug. 6 release of their third album 'From Death to Destiny,' Asking Alexandria have just released the music video for the album's current single 'The Death of Me.'
Mark Tremonti Offers New Details on Upcoming Alter Bridge Album
A few months back, we learned that Alter Bridge had begun working on their fourth album. Now, guitarist Mark Tremonti is spilling some details about the record.
Disturbed’s David Draiman Rips Rolling Stone for Featuring Accused Bomber on Cover
Rolling Stone magazine has drawn an enormous amount of criticism for the cover of their current issue. It features Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, the teenager charged in the Boston Marathon bombings that killed three people and injured 260. Device / Disturbed frontman David Draiman is among the many expressing outrage over the decision.
Black Sabbath’s Ozzy Osbourne Not Attached To the Term ‘Heavy Metal’
Black Sabbath are considered the founders of heavy metal, but singer Ozzy Osbourne tells CNN in a new interview (watch above) that he doesn't particularly connect with that label.
"I have never ever ever been able to attach myself to the word 'heavy metal' — it has no musical connotations," says Osbourne...
Lemmy Kilmister Suffers Hematoma, Motorhead Cancel Concerts
Motorhead were forced to cancel Saturday's (June 22) concert at Austria's See-Rock Festival and have scrubbed their June 25 show in Milan as well. The reason? According to a Facebook post by the Italian promoter, frontman Lemmy Kilmister suffered a hematoma and was unable to go onstage.
Iron Maiden’s Bruce Dickinson Helping Disabled People Learn To Fly
Iron Maiden frontman Bruce Dickinson's love for flying is well-known, as he's piloted the band's Flight 666 plane on tours around the world. He's also the CEO of the airline supply and maintenance company Cardiff Aviation Limited. In addition, Dickinson is involved in the charity Flying Scholarships for Disabled People (FSDP).
Dave Mustaine To Perform Metallica Song With Jason Newsted on Gigantour
With former Metallica members Dave Mustaine and Jason Newsted both on Gigantour this summer, there has been rampant speculation the two would jam an old-school Metallica song from the band's Mustaine era.