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
Kurt Cobain’s ‘Montage of Heck: The Home Recordings’ Album to See November Release
'Montage of Heck: The Home Recordings,' a collection of Kurt Cobain solo material, is available to order in a variety of options ahead of its November release.
Drowning Pool’s ‘Bodies’ Gets Remixed With Rap by Late Wrestler ‘Macho Man’ Randy Savage
DJ Cummerbund has mashed up Drowning Pool's "Bodies" with late wrestler 'Macho Man' Randy Savage's rap 'Hit the Floor.'
Nickelback Top Popular Rock Acts in Lyrics Intelligence Analysis
Lyrics to most songs aren't exactly Shakespearean, but a new study scientifically examining lyrics says they are barely grade school level.
Courtney Love Cast in Upcoming James Franco Directed Film ‘The Long Home’
Courtney Love has been doing a lot of acting lately, and one of her new gigs will be in the movie The Long Home directed by James Franco.
Dave Grohl: ‘I Will Be a Diehard Metallica Fan Until the Day I Die’
As Record Store Day ambassador, Dave Grohl professes his love for Metallica.
Godsmack Frontman Sully Erna Acts in Pilot for New TV Series
Godsmack frontman Sully Erna discusses his burgeoning acting career.
High on Fire Begin Work on New Album
High on Fire have begun work on the follow-up to 2012's 'De Vermis Mysteriis.' The as-yet-untitled album is expected to see a winter 2015 release date via eOne Music.
Fuel Launch PledgeMusic Campaign To Fund ‘Puppet Strings’ Vinyl Pressing
Earlier this month, Fuel released 'Puppet Strings,' their first studio album in nearly seven years. Now the band has embarked on a PledgeMusic campaign to raise money to press limited edition 180g vinyl.
Metallica Post HD Video of Full Antarctica Gig
Earlier this month, Metallica became the first band to play seven different continents in one year with their show in Antarctica. Now the band has made HD video footage of the entire 'Freeze 'Em All: Live in Antarctica' concert available via their YouTube channel (watch above).
Slayer Guitarist Kerry King: Dave Lombardo ‘Got Some Bad Advice’
As Slayer do press during their current North American tour, one subject that has been coming up often is the circumstances behind former drummer Dave Lombardo's departure from the band.